HOPKINSVILLE, KY – Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Christian County Now this week.
Water and sewage still cover areas of Oak Grove, residents demand action against flooding: Nearly two weeks after torrential downpours and storms flooded areas in Christian County, some residents are still dealing with the aftermath as flood and septic water lingers on roads and inside houses. READ MORE
City discusses moving Fred Atkins Park dedication, offloading downtown pocket park: The Hopkinsville Committee of the Whole discussed a new way to honor former council member Fred Atkins, by moving a dedication to him from the unused pocket park downtown to Second Street Park. READ MORE
13 million gallons of floodwater pumped from Hopkinsville neighborhood so far: On April 16, the City of Hopkinsville gave an update about flooding in the Windmill Farms neighborhood, confirming that water levels are finally receding after intervention. READ MORE
Oak Grove payroll clerk arrested: History of questions, accusations, investigation: An Oak Grove city official has been arrested following an extensive web of accusations, discussions and investigations of a misappropriation of funds over several years. READ MORE
Recent storms draw hundreds to Crofton tornado shelter, volunteers prioritize community: Since it was established, the Crofton Tornado Safe Room has sheltered hundreds of people from potentially dangerous incoming storms. READ MORE
Lawsuit filed on behalf of Fort Campbell, DoDEA students over book removals, curriculum changes: Families of students in DoDEA schools on military installations, including four students from Fort Campbell, filed a lawsuit Tuesday arguing that DoDEA’s book removals and curricular changes following executive orders from President Donald Trump violate their First Amendment rights. READ MORE
The Chair Project culminates in elegant art show downtown: The Studio 3 in downtown Hopkinsville had a gallery full of masterfully crafted chairs designed and created by members of the community. READ MORE