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Big change doesn’t start with a headline. It starts when neighbors get heard and invited to build the next step together. This conversation digs into how the Building A Better Owensboro effort—powered by the Greater Owensboro Leadership Institute and guided by the Harwood Institute—turns community aspirations into practical action across health, housing and homelessness, arts, and youth.
We talk about why listening comes before planning, how broad wishes become specific moves, and what it takes to replace one-way announcements with two-way dialogue. You’ll hear concrete examples like Walk Owensboro, a coalition-led effort that gets people moving together in local parks to boost health and connection. We unpack common themes that surfaced in dozens of conversations: clearer communication, safer neighborhoods, more opportunities for teens and young adults, and keeping multiple generations rooted in Owensboro. Rather than reinventing the wheel, we focus on connecting the dots—linking people to trusted resources, strengthening collaboration among organizations, and opening easy on-ramps for anyone willing to help.
The heart of it is culture change. When residents step up—joining a walking group, attending a mixer, serving on a board, or emailing to get involved—the city starts to mirror its people more accurately. Progress looks like new voices at the table, partnerships that outlast any single project, and a shared pride that makes families want to stay. If you’ve ever thought, “Someone should fix that,” this is your invitation to be that someone. Subscribe, share this with a neighbor who cares about Owensboro, and tell us where you want to plug in. Ready to help build what’s next? Email [email protected] and let’s get to work together.
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Big change doesn’t start with a headline. It starts when neighbors get heard and invited to build the next step together. This conversation digs into how the Building A Better Owensboro effort—powered by the Greater Owensboro Leadership Institute and guided by the Harwood Institute—turns community aspirations into practical action across health, housing and homelessness, arts, and youth.
We talk about why listening comes before planning, how broad wishes become specific moves, and what it takes to replace one-way announcements with two-way dialogue. You’ll hear concrete examples like Walk Owensboro, a coalition-led effort that gets people moving together in local parks to boost health and connection. We unpack common themes that surfaced in dozens of conversations: clearer communication, safer neighborhoods, more opportunities for teens and young adults, and keeping multiple generations rooted in Owensboro. Rather than reinventing the wheel, we focus on connecting the dots—linking people to trusted resources, strengthening collaboration among organizations, and opening easy on-ramps for anyone willing to help.
The heart of it is culture change. When residents step up—joining a walking group, attending a mixer, serving on a board, or emailing to get involved—the city starts to mirror its people more accurately. Progress looks like new voices at the table, partnerships that outlast any single project, and a shared pride that makes families want to stay. If you’ve ever thought, “Someone should fix that,” this is your invitation to be that someone. Subscribe, share this with a neighbor who cares about Owensboro, and tell us where you want to plug in. Ready to help build what’s next? Email [email protected] and let’s get to work together.
Worship services are held on Sundays, with Sunday School at 9:15 a.m. and Worship at 10:30 a.m.
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
Check out All Things Owensboro's Facebook!
It's been a great episode and I hope you share this with all your Owensboro friends! Thanks for the support and again, if you have questions or guests ideas, send a text!