HOPKINSVILLE, KY – Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Christian County Now this week.
Increased aircraft activity expected during large-scale training exercise at Fort Campbell: Operation Lethal Eagle will utilize around two dozen aircrafts for training starting on Jan. 18.
Proposed homeless shelter moves out of Oak Grove after community concerns: The Pursing Life Center almost had a home in Oak Grove, but plans have changed after community input.
Movie filmed in Oak Grove spotlights city, boosts tourism: A recent film shoot at Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel helped boost local tourism while showcasing the city.
Casey Jones Distillery to enter new ownership, local brand to be preserved: Owner of Casey Jones Distillery has confirmed the sale of the locally owned brand.
The Rusty Pot opens with fresh baked bread, pies, takeaway meals in Hopkinsville: Misty Green and Lori Joyce are the owners of the new business in Hopkinsville, The Rusty Pot.
Christian County airport shares ideal plans as they outgrow space: ‘We’re completely booked’: The Hopkinsville-Christian County Airport has hopes to acquire more land and continue building hangars to accommodate for growth.
Crofton Fire to absorb nearby volunteer department due to lack of staff: The Christian County Fiscal Court voted to combine the Crofton and Mannington volunteer fire departments.
Over $80,000 in grant money awarded to Christian County Animal Shelter: A hefty grant from the ASPCA will help fund capital improvements to the Christian County Animal Shelter.
‘The district remains financially stable’: CCPS board hears audit report, lays groundwork for raises: The latest Christian County Public Schools Board of Education meeting included an audit report for the last fiscal year, as well as a draft budget presentation.