OWENSBORO, KY (WFIE)- The City of Owensboro says the layout of the International Bar-B-Q Festival is a little different from last year, but it's not because of construction in downtown Owensboro.

OWENSBORO, KY (WFIE)- It's just two days from the start of the International Bar-B-Q Festival in Owensboro, and a big part of the preparation is making sure everyone stays safe while having a good time.

When it comes to a special event like the International Bar-B-Q Festival, the Owensboro Fire Department says that means it has to take some special safety precautions.

"We're just trying to keep the fun and festival," says Joseph Taylor with the department. 

Owensboro Community and Technical College will award nearly 1,000 credentials during its commencement ceremony at 7 p.m. May 15 at RiverPark Center.

Dave Adkisson, president & CEO of the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, will be the speaker. An Owensboro native, Adkisson served two-terms as the mayor of Owensboro and served in several key posts with the Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Corp. during his career. He is a graduate of Georgetown College and Harvard University.