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Hopkinsville Plans 28 Street Resurfacing Projects as Costs Continue to Rise

Hopkinsville plans to resurface 28 city streets this fiscal year, thanks in part to more than $800,000 in local funding the city council approved. Public Works Director Mike Perry outlined the city’s street and sidewalk improvement plans during a recent Hopkinsville City Council Committee of the Whole meeting. He said the additional local funding lets the department address more streets, even as construction costs keep climbing.

Hopkinsville, KY · 2d
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Veterans Day deals 2026: Free meals and deals for soldiers, veterans around Hopkinsville

CHRISTIAN COUNTY, KY (CHRISTIAN COUNTY NOW) – Several shops and restaurants are offering free meals and deals on Veteran’s Day, Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026. Here are some of the offerings in Hopkinsville and Christian County you can get if you’re a veteran or active-duty servicemember. Expect deals to be dine-in only, be prepared to show a valid military ID, other rules may apply, and some locations might not be participating.

Hopkinsville, KY · 1d
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Jury returns verdict in Dripps case, victim's family gives statement

BENTON, Ky. — A jury found Aaron Dripps guilty of murder and not guilty of unlawful imprisonment Friday afternoon after a trial lasting three days. Dripps was accused in the shooting death of Stephen Odom, 51, at a Hardin home in January 2024. The jury recommended Dripps be sentenced...

Hardin, KY · 16h

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Over 400 students at Freedom Elementary receive new shoes through nonprofit

HOPKINSVILLE, KY (CHRISTIAN COUNTY NOW) – The nonprofit Soles4Souls teamed up with Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) and Hopkinsville Electric System/energynet (HES) to distribute new athletic shoes to local students as part of their 4EveryKid program. On Nov. 4, every student at Freedom Elementary in Hopkinsville received a new pair of shoes and socks.

Hopkinsville, KY · 2d
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Christmas fun guide: Holiday events and more in Hopkinsville-Christian County

CHRISTIAN COUNTY, KY (CHRISTIAN COUNTY NOW) – This holiday season there are some great local events happening to get you into the festive spirit, from markets to parades and chances to meet Santa. Here are some of the upcoming big events in Hopkinsville and Christian County through New Year’s....

Christian County, KY · 1d

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County hears from neighbors, planners on proposed eminent domain to connect roads

CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – A resolution went before the Montgomery County Commission this week seeking authorization for the acquisition of a tiny portion of land, through eminent domain, to allow for the continuation of John Duke Tyler Boulevard in the Hickory Wild subdivision. The resolution most recently made...

Montgomery County, TN · 18h

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Kentucky State High School Football Playoffs; After surviving Caldwell, Tigers find familiar foe waiting in playoff opener

MURRAY — With a big 30-17 win over former district rival Caldwell County in Princeton Friday night, defending Kentucky Class 3A semi-state football champion Murray High answered some questions about its season and future in the postseason. Caldwell’s Tigers were ranked 10th in 2A with an almost perfect 8-1...

Murray, KY · 2d

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Princeton man indicted after September traffic pursuit

A Princeton man arrested after a police pursuit from Princeton to Dawson Springs in September has been indicted by a Caldwell County grand jury. WPKY reports a true bill was returned on Demetrius Hollowell on charges including fleeing or evading police, wanton endangerment, trafficking in a controlled substance, tampering with physical evidence, driving under the influence, and several vehicle-related offenses.

Princeton, KY · 20h

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Christian County Public Schools swears in new board member days after election

CHRISTIAN COUNTY, KY (CHRISTIAN COUNTY NOW) – Whitney Holland was officially sworn into the Christian County Board of Education during the Nov. 5 meeting. Representing District 5, Holland was victorious during the Nov. 3 general election against two other candidates. For the past 12 years, Tom Bell served on...

Christian County, KY · 1d

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Attorney for family of Zoe Davis responds to Clarksville school district’s federal lawsuit over bus crash

Clarksville-Montgomery County Schools has filed a federal interpleader lawsuit asking a judge to decide how to divide $700,000 among the people making claims after a March school bus crash that killed two Kenwood Middle students. Why It Matters. The school district says $700,000 is the most it’s required pay for...

Clarksville, TN · 1d

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Work begins on new Pembroke Fire Department station

Photos from the Pembroke Fire Department Facebook page. The Pembroke Fire Department is manned by volunteers, community members straight from Christian County, and after years of being in the making, those firefighters will soon have a new fire station. Ground was broken in mid-October on the future site, which will...

Pembroke, KY · 1d

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Christian County Agribusiness Association Leading Grain Rescue Fundraising

The Christian County Agribusiness Association is looking for community partners to help purchase a grain vac rescue system for the Christian County Rescue Squad. Agribusiness Association President Taylor Hancock says he and other community leaders have been meeting to determine what the rescue squad needs. Hancock says the association is...

Christian County, KY · 2d

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Junior Auxiliary invites the community to its annual Charity Ball

To support Sanctuary, Inc. and host a night of fun for the community, Hopkinsville Junior Auxiliary is inviting folks to its 61st annual Charity Ball. Junior Auxiliary is a Hopkinsville civic organization composed of local women who work to support nonprofits, and member Taylor Blakeley recently appeared on WHOP to share details about the upcoming ball.

Hopkinsville, KY · 2d

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Mayor Knight shares words of wisdom for Guffey ahead of leadership transition in Hopkinsville

HOPKINSVILLE, KY (CHRISTIAN COUNTY NOW) – Christian County Fiscal Court Magistrate Russ Guffey secured the win for Mayor of Hopkinsville on Nov. 3 against two other candidates and plans to hit the ground running. In response to this win, current Mayor James R. Knight shared how he is preparing for the upcoming transition in leadership.

Hopkinsville, KY · 2d

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Weekend weather: Frost Advisory, Freeze Watch issued for Christian County

CHRISTIAN COUNTY, KY (CHRISTIAN COUNTY NOW) – A Frost Advisory is in place in Christian Country from 11 p.m. Friday night through 8 a.m. on Saturday as temperatures as low as 33 degrees will result in frost formation. The Freeze Watch has been issued from Saturday evening through Sunday...

Christian County, KY · 23h

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Oak Grove to host free Thanksgiving turkey giveaway for military, veterans

OAK GROVE, KY (CHRISTIAN COUNTY NOW) – As the holiday season approaches, active-duty military and veterans in Christian County have a chance to receive a free turkey ahead of Thanksgiving. The giveaway will take place on Nov. 19 through a partnership with Southwestern Kentucky Military Affairs Committee and Oak...

Oak Grove, KY · 1d

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Pembroke Elementary Counselor Whitney Ferguson Receives Carolyn Haddock Award

Whitney Ferguson is being recognized for the impact she is making on students at Pembroke Elementary School, receiving the 2026 Carolyn Haddock School Counselor Award from the Christian County Literacy Council. Ferguson’s route to becoming a school counselor was anything but traditional. After initially considering a career in forensic science,...

Christian County, KY · 21h

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Hopkinsville Library Highlights New Programs and Ongoing Water Damage Concerns

The Hopkinsville-Christian County Public Library is expanding its programs and services, but a long-standing water problem could require an expensive repair project. Library Director Tiffany Luna updated Hopkinsville City Council members during a recent Committee of the Whole meeting. She said the library has remained busy since its summer reading program ended in July. During fall break in October, the library offered activities for children every day it was open.

Hopkinsville, KY · 2d

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Christian County School Board approves CCHS parking lot expansion

Christian County School Board Members approved change orders to expand Christian County High School’s parking lot and add updates to athletic facilities at Thursday’s meeting. Five change orders were approved totaling over $186,000. Assistant Superintendent Jason Wilson shared that three of the change orders pertained to the addition...

Christian County, KY · 21h