HOPKINSVILLE, KY – Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Christian County Now this week.

Fun things to do with kids during spring break in Hopkinsville: Christian County Public Schools is gearing up for spring break, leaving a lot of families looking for activities in and around Hopkinsville whether you are looking to spend the week inside or outdoors, or want some free ideas. READ MORE

Ma’s Kitchen opens in Hopkinsville offering homestyle plates with classic flavors: A new family-owned restaurant has opened up in Hopkinsville, welcoming the community in for delicious comfort food and classic flavors. READ MORE

City loans $375,000 to Hopkinsville Industrial Foundation after development delay: Special called meetings were held on Monday with Hopkinsville council members focused on the allocation of hundreds of thousands of dollars to the Hopkinsville Industrial Foundation. READ MORE

Patrons able to openly drink in downtown Hopkinsville streets by summertime: The City of Hopkinsville has moved forward with establishing a Downtown Entertainment District that would permit people to walk and drink alcoholic beverages through portions of downtown. READ MORE

County to invest over $80,000 into jail repairs, proposal to restore courthouse discussed: County officials focused on restoration and repairs during the March 25 Christian County Fiscal Court meeting as they voted to invest in updates to the jail and downtown Hopkinsville. READ MORE

Max’s Hope Pet Rescue to set up eggs in yards to raise funds for neglected animals: Hopkinsville pet rescue is hoping to raise necessary funds for their organization by egging people’s yards for Easter. READ MORE

Racing season kicks off in Oak Grove, corgi and wiener dog races coming in May: And they’re off! Hooves and adorable dog paws will be running along the track in Oak Grove this spring and summer as live harness racing season kicks off at Oak Grove Gaming, Racing & Hotel. READ MORE

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