HOPKINSVILLE, KY – Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Christian County Now this week.
Dispensary plans on February opening in Oak Grove, medical cannabis facilities launch across Kentucky: Blue Sage Cannabis Dispensary will open off of Exit 89 in Christian County in early 2026 following the legalization of medical marijuana in Kentucky.
Hopkinsville native Brice Long brings Christmas joy to over 200 local kids through Back2Back Foundation: The Back2Back Foundation distributed gifts to 250 kids in and around Christian County, also offering support to organizations and local nonprofits.
Where to recycle Christmas trees in Hopkinsville to help support fish habitats: Kentucky Fish and Wildlife is accepting donations of Christmas trees across the state for their Christmas for the Fishes program.
Former city councilmember joins race for Hopkinsville mayor: See which candidates have filed for office so far for the May 2026 primary.
Christian County to prioritize securing funding for golf course, roads, industrial developments: The Christian County Fiscal Court passed a Legislative Priority Resolution that lists several projects they will prioritize securing funding for.
Family farm lights up Oak Grove with massive Christmas display for community: So bright it is visible from the interstate, Grateful Acres Farm has set up over three million lights for the public to see for free.
Hopkinsville woman indicted for murder after elder abuse death of mother: The Grand Jury in Christian County has indicted a woman for murder following elder abuse charges in November.
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