News
1 year ago
City to use leftover FEMA funds to cover Hopkinsville’s Rotary Park construction costs

A special called Hopkinsville City Council meeting was held Nov. 26, where councilmembers settled on a way to secure additional funding for the new Rotary Park development at Pardue Lane. 

Crime
1 year ago
Man breaks into North Drive daycare overnight, damages play area and fence

A 42-year-old man was arrested and charged with burglary and trespassing after breaking into a daycare center overnight on North Drive. 

News
1 year ago
2,500 tons of road salt is ready to go in Christian County as KYTC preps for winter months

When winter weather strikes, KYTC oversees 840 miles of roads in Christian County and has designated 2,500 tons of salt, 16,000 gallons of magnesium, and 35,000 gallons of salt brine, all to help prevent the dangerous freezing of roads.

News
1 year ago
New, modern logo design for Hopkinsville revealed

The City of Hopkinsville has revealed the design of their new, official marketing logo after collaborating with the community over what the city means to citizens. 

News
1 year ago
Hopkinsville EMS addresses paramedic shortage by piloting hybrid online class

Hopkinsville’s paramedic program will be the first in the nation to launch hybrid-online classes state-wide in January of next year. The program was made in order to address Kentucky’s paramedic shortage.

Crime
1 year ago
Man charged with assault after chasing Metalsa employees with rubber mallet

A 25-year-old man chased several Metalsa employees with a rubber mallet after getting into a verbal altercation with a supervisor. 

News
1 year ago
News in Christian County: HHS cheer, city council decisions, new SROs and more top stories

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

News
1 year ago
Hopkinsville Water plans to increase rates for Christian County, first time in 14 years

The City Council has approved a rate increase for the Hopkinsville Water Environment Authority, which will increase the price of water for the Christian County Water Department.

Crime
1 year ago
Stolen motorcycle, meth found at Christian County residence following search warrant

A 37-year-old man was arrested after deputies found a stolen motorcycle, defaced VINs, and drugs at his residence.

News
1 year ago
City council approves $500 million in revenue bonds for Ascend Elements Inc.

Following a public hearing and special called meeting, the Hopkinsville City Council moved forward with approving revenue bonds to Ascend Elements Inc. to the amount of $565 million.