Lily Russell

Lily Russell, news reporter for Christian County Now. If needed, you can reach me at lrussell@christiancountynow.com or at 931-648-7720 ext. 109.

Crime
6 months ago
2 people facing drug trafficking charges after traffic stop on Fort Campbell Boulevard

A man and woman were arrested and charged with drug trafficking after a traffic stop on Fort Campbell Blvd. early Sunday evening. 

News
6 months ago
Deaconess merger to proceed despite recent lawsuit, Save Jennie Stuart ‘mourns’ the loss of assets

The case between the Save Jennie Stuart group and the Board of Directors of Jennie Stuart Hospital has been settled and dismissed.

News
6 months ago
Work week weather: Heavy winds expected Tuesday with possible thunderstorm

Hopkinsville forecast: Expect heavy winds of 35 mph on Tuesday, and possibly a thunderstorm.

Lifestyle
6 months ago
Literacy Council selling bags of sweet onions to raise money for community programs

Onions for Literacy is an annual fundraiser, selling ten-pound bags of sweet Vidalia onions through March 30.

News
6 months ago
UPDATE: Roadways reopened after gas line rupture near Rose Drive in Hopkinsville

First responders are working to repair a gas line that ruptured, with the area secured while the issue is resolved.

Entertainment
6 months ago
Weekend top picks: Nashville Legacy, Soap Box Derby fundraiser, Flyball Dog Tournament

Enjoy a live performance featuring country music at the Alhambra, support the 2025 Soap Box Derby at their pancake breakfast, and watch dogs race down a track in a flyball tournament! 

News
6 months ago
Weekend weather: Highs dropping to 44 degrees by Sunday, sunny skies expected

Hopkinsville forecast: Get ready for a beautiful weekend with plenty of sunshine. Friday will be the warmest day, reaching a high around 65.

Crime
6 months ago
K9 unit finds fentanyl in vehicle, man arrested for drug trafficking in Oak Grove

A Hendersonville, TN man was arrested for trafficking fentanyl after a traffic stop in Oak Grove Tuesday night.

News
6 months ago
United Way of the Pennyrile celebrates raising over $704,000 at The Bruce

With a fundraising goal of $700,000, the United Way of the Pennyrile raised over $704,291 for their 2024-2025 campaign.

Education
6 months ago
CCPS has 4 NTI days remaining for school year, calendar may be extended if used

Winter has hit hard in Christian County, leading the school district to utilize six Non Traditional Instruction days, where students worked from home due to weather or hazardous conditions.