By James Mayse, Messenger-Inquirer, Owensboro, Ky. Jul. 22--Recent tests of regional creeks and streams revealed high levels of contaminants in many Daviess County waterways.

Kentucky public health and water quality officials are promoting healthy swimming behavior to minimize the hazards of waterborne illnesses among those who take dips in public waterways and pools.

By James Mayse, Messenger-Inquirer, Owensboro, Ky. Jul. 10--Daviess County Judge-Executive Reid Haire has asked the state Division of Water to look for causes of E. coli pollution in Yellow Creek.

By Leigh Ann Tipton, Messenger-Inquirer, Owensboro, Ky. Mar. 14--Acidic water has prompted the state to declare part of a Muhlenberg County stream unsuitable for swimming, wading and supporting aquatic life.