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April 08, 2025 by Dr. Scott Williams

Celebrating Community College Month: Building Skills, Changing Lives, Strengthening Communities

Celebrating Community College Month: Building Skills, Changing Lives, Strengthening Communities

As we celebrate Community College Month this April, I'm reminded of the profound impact our institutions have on individual lives and our broader communities. At Owensboro Community & Technical College, we're marking this special month with several signature events that highlight our commitment to workforce development, student success, and community partnership.

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February 28, 2025 by Becky Barnhart

Anticipating Spring’s Colorful and Flowery Arrival

Anticipating Spring’s Colorful and Flowery Arrival

I am a master gardener…wannabe! I love working in my yard and flower beds, attempting to create a colorful, encouraging, and enjoyable place to hang out, and hopefully something that others will enjoy.

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January 29, 2025 by Anita Jackson

How Grief Actually Works

How Grief Actually Works

In life, there are always certain dates that tend to stick in your mind—dates that come every year and remind you of specific events. For me, that date is February 11, 2023. I remember when my mother passed on March 17, 2018, and the loss of both fathers on August 11, 2010, and July 10, 2013. I mourned for them, but life continued with only a few minor changes. When February 11, 2023, came, my whole world changed forever.

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