HOPKINSVILLE, KY – Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Christian County Now this week.
Buc-ee’s construction in Oak Grove delayed until winter: The groundbreaking and construction of a new Buc-ee’s location in Oak Grove has been significantly delayed past the anticipated summer start, possibly being pushed back to 2026.
Spring brought extreme weather to Christian County, 557 miles of tornados hit region in 3 months: As summer is ready to begin, a season full of devasting flooding, constant storms, and excess rain comes to a close.
City hears proposal for homeless shelter development on Stateline Road: John Carter, founder of Pursuing Life Center, addressed the Oak Grove City Council on June 3, sharing his vision for the creation of a large shelter for those experiencing homelessness.
Mayor Knight addresses cuts to inner city program, community weighs in: Several Hopkinsville residents spoke up at the June 3 Hopkinsville City Council meeting, voicing their concerns about the city’s failure to include the Inner City Residential Enterprise Zone (Inner City REZ) in the budget for the upcoming fiscal year.
Medical cannabis facilities begin construction across state, dispensary still set for Oak Grove: On May 28, Gov. Andy Beshear helped break ground on the first medical cannabis safety compliance facility in the commonwealth.
Free meals offered to students during summer break in Christian County: Christian County Public Schools will be offering free meals to the community for the duration of the summer beginning on June 2 for ages two through 18-years-old.
Flo Rida to take Fort Campbell ‘Low’ with free July Fourth concert: Hit-making rapper Flo Rida will be the headliner at Fort Campbell’s 2025 Independence Day Celebration concert and carnival.