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

1. Hopkinsville says goodbye to Bolo, paw-trol officer given ‘treat to the city’: After spending years as the face of the Hopkinsville Police Department, Bolo was recognized by the mayor as he and his owner prepare to move.

2. Hopkinsville Fire Department’s new, 4-story training tower simulates real emergencies: As part of the construction of the new Fire Station 5, a massive training tower for firefighters in the region is now complete.

3. HPD arrests second suspect in connection to shooting death of 19-year-old: Two people have been arrested in connection to a shooting death on May 27 in Hopkinsville.

4. Data centers in Hopkinsville? Officials share plan to protect city’s infrastructure: Community Development Services is working to establish land, energy, and water usage guidelines for potential data center developments in the future.

5. Oak Grove mayor breaks tie to approve new fiscal year budget amid tax levy arguments: The second vote for the City of Oak Grove’s 2026-27 budget ended in a tie as councilmembers debated the need for a 4% tax levy.

6. Hopkinsville City Council eliminates water park, opioid fund committees: Soon after two committees were established to help assess and provide recommendations for key issues, the Hopkinsville City Council has decided to take on the tasks directly.

7. Amy Craig announces resignation from Hopkinsville City Council: Councilmember Amy Craig with Ward 5 was presented the key to the city as she announced her resignation.

8. General election candidates set for cities across Christian County: Mayor, school board and more: See who is running for office in Hopkinsville, Oak Grove, Pembroke, Crofton and Lafayette during the November general election.

9. The Chair Project seeks artists for upcoming silent auction fundraiser: Creatives have until June 12 to submit their redesigned chairs for The Chair Project this year, which is raising money for Sanctuary Inc.

10. KSP plans June traffic safety checkpoint locations for Christian County: A dozen traffic safety checkpoints have been announced by Kentucky State Police Post 2 for June in Christian County.