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Todd County Central Senior Recognized During VFW Post 1913 Veterans Day Ceremony

A conversation with an Army veteran gave Todd County Central High School senior Ada Monroe a new appreciation for the freedoms she has enjoyed throughout her life; an experience she shared Wednesday during the annual Veterans Day ceremony at VFW Post 1913. Monroe was recognized as the local winner of...

Todd County, KY · 1d
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City of Madisonville unveils new monument honoring local veterans

The Madisonville Veterans Memorial was filled with citizens Sunday afternoon for the unveiling of a monument honoring local Kentucky Veterans Hall of Fame inductees. Ceremony attendees were welcomed by Hopkins County Judge Executive Jack Whitfield Jr., who is no stranger to the military being a United States Air Force veteran. He says veterans made sacrifices that took them away from their families and believes veterans should be honored for every day citizens are able to enjoy their freedoms.

Madisonville, KY · 3d
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Todd County high schooler wins local Voices of Democracy Essay Contest

To honor those who have served in the armed forces on Veterans Day, the winner of this year’s Voice of Democracy Essay Contest read her essay at the Hopkinsville Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1913 sharing how a conversation with a veteran impacted how she views the rights and liberties she was born with.

Todd County, KY · 1d
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Hopkinsville Parks and Recreation invites community to annual holiday parade

It’s almost time for the holiday festivities to return, and folks at Hopkinsville Parks and Recreation are inviting the community to its annual Nighttime Christmas Parade. The parade will take over Main Street in downtown Hopkinsville on December 12 starting at 5:15 p.m. and the theme is “A Snowman’s Winter Wonderland.” Programs Coordinator Pam Rudd says folks can still register floats in the parade and the tentative deadline is November 13, but that will be extended.

Hopkinsville, KY · 2d
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Christmas in the Village returns to Yellow Creek Park Dec. 5

DAVIESS COUNTY, Ky. — Christmas in the Village returns to Yellow Creek Park in Daviess County on Dec. 5 with a new holiday market featuring local vendors and festive treats. The event takes place at Pioneer Village. Activities include cookie and ornament decorating, face painting, carolers and a visit with Santa Claus.

Daviess County, KY · 2d

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Hopkins County Director of School Counseling selected as 2026 Outstanding School Counselor

The National Weather Service says a strong cold front will push through tomorrow evening dropping temperatures into the freezing zone. In Frankfort, State Senator Robby Mills says he is grateful that his colleagues have allowed him to continue to serve as the Majority Caucus Chair for another 2 years. In fact, the Senate Majority Caucus’ five leaders will continue serving in their current roles for the upcoming term. Senator Mills serves as the Senate Majority Caucus Chair. He says Senate President Robert Stivers has helped guide income tax reductions, pension reforms and increased funding for public education, as well as energy reliability for the Commonwealth.

Hopkins County, KY · 1d

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‘It’s kind of alarming’: Professors tracking measles uptick near Fort Campbell

Public health professors at Austin Peay State University are keeping a close eye on measles numbers both in Tennessee and Kentucky.

Fort Campbell, KY · 6h

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Madisonville-North Hopkins student chosen as 2026 U.S. Presidential Scholar

Madisonville-North Hopkins High School is celebrating, after Alexavier Garrott has been named a 2026 U.S. Presidential Scholar. According to officials, Garrott was selected by the U.S. Department of Education, and he is among just 161 high school graduates to earn the nationwide recognition. It recognizes exceptional academic achievement, leadership, citizenship, service and contributions to schools and communities.

Madisonville, KY · 3d

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Todd County School Board Purchases New Buses, Secures Vocational Grant Funding

The Todd County School District moved to purchase two new school buses and announced vocational grant funding at the board’s working and regular meetings this week. The district will purchase two school buses for $361,550, a decision that comes as rising vehicle costs continue to outpace the district’s funding growth.

Todd County, KY · 2d

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Demolition begins on portion of historic Attucks High School, restoration comes next

HOPKINSVILLE, KY (CHRISTIAN COUNTY NOW) – Miranda Construction and HCL Demolition started removing the back portion of the historic Attucks High School building on Monday. Demolishing the rear section is a planned first step in the Attucks Revive to Thrive initiative to restore Hopkinsville’s first and only Black high school, which was built in 1916, according to a news release.

Hopkinsville, KY · 2d

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This weekend in Hopkinsville: Community sewing day, murder mystery, craft fair and more

HOPKINSVILLE, KY (CHRISTIAN COUNTY NOW) – This weekend there are a few things to do around Hopkinsville-Christian County including a craft fair in Oak Grove, and community sewing day. When: Nov. 13, 5 p.m. Where: Challenge House No. 7, Hopkinsville. Cost: Free; donations appreciated. Details: Men 2 Be invites...

Hopkinsville, KY · 17h

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History professor spotlights Kentucky veterans

A history professor shared the stories of largely unknown Kentuckians who made big impacts at the Kentucky Museum in celebration of Veterans Day. “You know we can study all the big famous people we want, but it’s all the other people behind the scenes that make it work,” David Serafini, a history professor at WKU, said.

Bowling Green, KY · 1d

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Property owners of Bowling Green to pay new stormwater utility beginning of 2027

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The floods of 2025 brought about some of the worst flood related damage in recent memory. Bowling Green has relied heavily on the karst system to help drain that water, but with swift growth, that reliance has become a detriment. The City of Bowling Green...

Bowling Green, KY · 3d

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Local small business development leader spotlights program helping prospective business owners

Henry Snorton III leads the Small Business and Entrepreneurial Development Resource Center, and at Tuesday’s Hopkinsville Rotary Club meeting, he spotlighted how the organization supports small business development in Christian County. The resource center, formerly known as Minority Economic Development Initiative, was launched in 1988 and was a part...

Hopkinsville, KY · 1d

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Christian Care Community remembers, honors veterans in heartfelt ceremony

While Veterans Day offers a chance to recognize the servicemen and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces, the message at a ceremony held at Christian Care Community in Hopkinsville was to make sure our veterans are never forgotten. About 20 veterans call Christian Care Community home in...

Hopkinsville, KY · 15h

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Ground breaks for Ohio County health care facility

OHIO COUNTY, Ky. (WEHT) — A plot of land just off of I-165 is vacant and empty but soon it will be home to the new Ohio County Healthplex, bringing together Owensboro Health Services closer to home for residents in the area. “The more gas we can fill in the community to better serve our […]

Ohio County, KY · 2d

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Work on Twin Bridges bring new closures

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — For about month, drivers have become accustomed to traffic changes on the Twin Bridges. More construction started Monday on the southbound bridge. The work includes repairs to the bridge’s support structure, rocker bearings and support beam. Until Wednesday night, traffic flow will feel and look about the same. However, starting Thursday […]

Henderson, KY · 3d

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Nationwide measles outbreak comes to the Tri-State

Henderson County, KY · 6h

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‘STOMP’ in town for 30th anniversary shows in Owensboro

OWENSBORO, Ky. (WFIE) - A unique show is set to take over Owensboro’s RiverPark Center this weekend. STOMP is celebrating its 30th anniversary season with two performances. The cast gave a sneak peek of the show Wednesday, which features a blend of dance, music and theatrical performances. Their signature...

Owensboro, KY · 1d

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Henderson activates white flag warning

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – With temperatures expected to fall below freezing this weekend, a white flag warning will be active today through Tuesday, November 17 in Henderson. Two shelters will be open for those needing a place to stay. Women and children can stay at the Father Bradley Shelter on Klutey Park Plaza Drive. Men […]

Henderson, KY · 17h