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Montgomery County Veterans Day Parade 2026 award winners

CLARKSVILLE, TN – Downtown streets were filled Saturday for Montgomery County’s annual Veterans Day Parade. Here are the winning groups and floats from this year’s event:. JROTC Marching Units. 1st West Creek. 2nd Kenwood. 3rd Montgomery Central. JROTC Exhibition Teams. 1st West Creek. 2nd Kenwood. 3rd Northeast.

Montgomery County, TN · 1d

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Pennyrile Marine Corps League Detachment 1150 Celebrated Corps’ 251st Birthday

Members of Pennyrile Marine Corps League Detachment 1150 got together at the Hopkinsville Golf and Country Club Tuesday for a birthday dinner celebrating the 251st anniversary of the United States Marine Corps. Marine Corps Captain Mark Quesenberry said the celebration recognized the Corps’ history, traditions, and the bond shared by...

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Hopkinsville Salvation Army leaders spotlight upcoming holiday donation campaigns

The holidays are near and the Hopkinsville Salvation Army is calling on the community to support this year’s Red Kettle Campaign and Angel Tree Program. Starting on Friday, red kettles will be set up at a variety of stores in Christian County and shoppers will hear some bellringing, which has grown to become a staple of the holidays. The Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign is the organization’s biggest annual fundraiser that fuels the nonprofit’s services year-round.

Hopkinsville, KY · 2d

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Community Invited To VFW Post 1913 Veterans Day Service

Veterans and community members are invited to honor veterans during the annual program Wednesday, November 11th, at VFW Post 1913. Post Commander John Brame says the service that begins at 11:00 will include Voice of Democracy and Patriot’s Pen award winners from Christian County Schools. Brame says the door...

Hopkinsville, KY · 1d

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Families, runners invited to dress up for Hopkinsville’s Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving

HOPKINSVILLE, KY (CHRISTIAN COUNTY NOW) – Start a new holiday tradition by taking part in the free Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning in downtown Hopkinsville. At 8 a.m. on Nov. 26, walkers, runners, joggers, skaters, bikers and even four-legged friends on leashes are invited to participate in the 3.1-mile route. The Turkey Trot remains a free, non-competitive and non-timed event, welcoming approximately 1,200–1,500 participants each year, according to information from Hopkinsville Parks and Recreation.

Hopkinsville, KY · 2d

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Deer-related crashes increase across Christian County as mating season peaks

CHRISTIAN COUNTY, KY (CHRISTIAN COUNTY NOW) – Driving through Hopkinsville and Christian County this time of year, there is a notable increase in the number of deer seen laying on the side of the roadways as a result of accidents. As deer activity continues to increase this fall, Kentucky officials are sharing helpful information to keep drivers safe.

Christian County, KY · 1d

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SCHS Rebels Dominate Against Gibson Co.

The Stewart County Rebels High School football team traveled to Gibson Co. for a Thursday night game, Oct. 29. TSSAA has half the teams play one Thurs. night, the other half on Fri., then they swap. The Rebels dominated, winning 38-14, starting fast, scoring twice in the 1st quarter. #2 QB Anthony Bisogno threw two TD passes to #20 Benn Hendricks. Gibson Co. scored TD and two pt. conversion to make score 14-8. Rebels turned it over twice in 2nd, penalties backed them up several times. #6 Colt Lafargue kicked a field goal, score was 17-8 Rebels at the half.

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Forgotten Angels program seeks community help for holiday wishes

The 20th annual Forgotten Angels Project, which provides small holiday gifts for residents of personal care facilities, is seeking help from community members. “These residents are often younger and may live with mental illness rather than physical limitations,” Pennyrile District ombudsman Cindy Tabor said in a letter to potential supporters. “Sadly, they are also among the most overlooked by friends, family and society. This project helps ensure they’re remembered and celebrated during the holiday season.”

Hopkinsville, KY · 2d

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Christian Fiscal Court approves grant funding for projects, hears election update

It was an agenda full of grant funding and planning for upcoming projects for Christian Fiscal Court Tuesday morning. First up under new business was the adoption of a resolution that paves the way for the Land and Water Conservation Grant Fund, which will go towards a big renovation and expansion project at Ruff Park on North Drive in Hopkinsville. Lexie Pendleton with PADD detailed the project, which includes pavement resurfacing, upgrades to lighting and the creation of several pickle ball courts.

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UHA recognizes Fall sports teams for successful seasons

The 2026 Fall sports season at University Heights Academy was a special one, and the school took time Tuesday morning to recognize those teams and athletes during a ceremony in Blazer Gym. The school’s cross-country team, golf teams, volleyball team, and soccer teams were recognized as well as members of...

Hopkinsville, KY · 1d

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Tigers preparing for highly ranked South Warren squad

The Christian County High School football team has started preparing for its second-round Class 6-A playoff matchup with South Warren Friday night in Bowling Green. The Spartans are ranked No. 12 overall in the state by Max Preps and are No. 2 in the Bluegrasspreps.com Class 6-A poll. It’s not...

Bowling Green, KY · 1d

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Montgomery County Health Department promotes no vape November

CLARKSVILLE, TN – The Montgomery County Health Department is recognizing No Vape November to raise awareness about Tennessee’s youth vaping epidemic and to promote the resources available to prevent and stop vaping. “It’s extremely important to keep engaging with our youth to prevent them from using any form...

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Clarksville-Montgomery County school system asks judge to decide deadly bus crash claims

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — The Clarksville-Montgomery County School System is asking a federal judge to oversee claims tied to a March school bus crash that killed two Kenwood Middle School students and injured others. In a complaint filed Oct. 20, the Clarksville-Montgomery County School System argues state law limits...

Clarksville, TN · 2d

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Last call: Stateline Whiskey Tour passport program ends Dec. 31

HOPKINSVILLE, Ky. (Nov. 10, 2026) — Whiskey enthusiasts have just weeks remaining to complete the Stateline Whiskey Tour and claim a commemorative reward as three craft distilleries along the Kentucky-Tennessee border prepare to conclude their current passport program at the end of the year. The tour, which connects Casey...

Hopkinsville, KY · 1d

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Pennyrile Regional Leaders Tackle Data Centers Discussion

The discussion of data centers is clearly a divisive topic. According to national reports, 44 of 45 ballot measures involving their construction failed during the November general election — Harwood, North Dakota, the lone supporters. Of 41 measures throughout 10 states, 40 limited their scale. Only one embraced their...

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