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

1. Christian County’s first medical cannabis dispensary opens in Oak Grove: With the legalization of medical cannabis in Kentucky in effect since 2025, Blue Sage Cannabis has opened their doors in Christian County.

2. Army names new aircraft MV-75 Cheyenne II, coming to Fort Campbell by 2030: The newest evolution of Army aircraft officially has a name.

3. New consignment store opens in downtown Hopkinsville, owners focus on community: The Nook & Cranny is now open on East Ninth Street in Hopkinsville, offering shoppers and sellers a curated experience.

4. $80,000 from Christian County’s opioid settlement funds to support Courage House: The Christian County Fiscal Court has decided to allocate opioid settlement funds toward a local nonprofit that aids men through addiction recovery.

5. Gym, finishes take shape at new CCHS, campus prepares for occupancy in May: The CCPS Board of Education had another look inside the new Christian County High School. approving several finishing purchases.

6. Hopkinsville mayor debates Republican challengers ahead of primary election: Key takeaways from Republican mayoral candidates during a forum by the Hopkinsville League of Women Voters.

7. Both candidates for Christian County Sheriff outline campaign priorities during debate: The current sheriff and his challenger attended a public forum to inform the public about their stance ahead of the May primary election.

8. CCPS secures grant money to purchase 8 new vehicles for internal police force: Eight new vehicles will be purchased locally for Christian County Public School’s internal police department.

9. ExxonMobil explains synthetic graphite operations at new Hopkinsville facility: A representative with ExxonMobil talked about the local acquisition of the Superior Graphite facility in Hopkinsville.

10. CCPS awards dozens of faculty, staff including bus driver of 50 years | PHOTOS: See who received awards during this year’s CCPS Employee Recognition Ceremony at The Silo.

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