HOPKINSVILLE, KY – Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Christian County Now this week.
Buc-ee’s announces plan for new location on Interstate 24 in Oak Grove, Kentucky: Buc-ee’s is coming to Oak Grove Kentucky a company representative told the City Council at their meeting Tuesday night, bringing about 200 jobs and a surge in local tax revenue. READ MORE
Hopkinsville juvenile arrested over threatening to shoot students on social media: The arrest was made on Sept. 18 by members of the Hopkinsville Police Department Investigations section with cooperation from the Christian County School System and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. READ MORE
Boys & Girls Club Hopkinsville unveils new teen center: The FabLab gives teens access to 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC woodworking, screen printing, audio and video production, podcasting, and graphic design. Also included in the new area is an eSports Arena with a VR Lounge, and a coffee shop. READ MORE
Traffic impact for potential cannabis dispensaries discussed by Hopkinsville City Council: With medical cannabis being legalized in the state of Kentucky in January 2025, the city of Hopkinsville has been gathering information regarding the potential implications of having cannabis dispensaries and other cannabis business within city limits. READ MORE
Portion of new Pardue Lane park development may be delayed due to cost: The Hopkinsville City Council received an update about the Rotary Park development at Pardue Lane during the Sept. 17 meeting after bids for construction were nearly $1 million over budget. READ MORE
‘It’s all about helping these kids’: 750 new shoes donated to Christian County students: Christian County students have been chosen to receive a generous shoe donation from the Kentucky Magistrates and Commissioners Association. READ MORE
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