Good morning, Hopkinsville.

Museum Director Alissa Keller will lead a free 90-minute walking tour of the historic residential district on Sunday, Sept.

13 at 1:30 p.m., starting at 1715 South Main Street and ending at 2011 South Main with cookies & lemonade.

VFW Post 1913 will host a 9/11 remembrance on Friday at 11 a.m. at 1601 VFW Lane in Hopkinsville, featuring free food and a balloon release with an open house until 3 p.m. The event—a nearly 15-year tradition—honors the lives lost during the 2001 terror attacks.

Hopkinsville’s 10th annual Summer Salute festival kicks off this weekend downtown.

Setups begin Thursday at 4 p.m. with road closures — the free event runs Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. with rides, food vendors and live music starting at 6 p.m.

The Fair Board will bring back fair excitement with a Demolition Derby and Truck and Tractor Pulls at the fairgrounds on Sept.

18 and 19; events start at 7:30 p.m. Friday and 7 p.m. Saturday, and tickets cost $10 for adults and $5 for kids (12 and under).

In April 2022, Wendell Berry spoke at a memorial service for bell hooks at the Alhambra Theatre where he recalled their respectful dialogue and shared heritage (his remarks and recent passing underscore his lasting literary influence).

Superintendent Chris Bentzel said the school year started strong despite heat affecting cooling systems and buses; extra water is provided for students.

The district urges High Attendance Day on Wednesday and invites community tours of the new high school (Sept. 12, 3–5 p.m.).

State health officials reported 35 measles cases as of Sept.

4, including 14 in Christian County and three hospitalizations; all ages can be vaccinated. They urge anyone worried about potential exposure to call their provider for guidance.

University Heights Academy runners competed in the McCracken County Invitational in Paducah on Saturday.

Graham Conrad finished sixth in 19:32 while Jude Finch placed seventh in 19:39, with Scar Venable and Hayden Hayes trailing behind.

Madysen Taggart from Christian County High School was named Jersey Mike’s 'Player of the Game' after her performance (10 kills, 2 blocks, 1 assist) in the Lady Tigers' district volleyball win over Fort Campbell last Monday night.

She helped her team sweep the contest to capture the 8th District title.

Hopkins County Central won 3-1 over Trigg County at Wildcat Gym on Sept.

7. Coach Evelyn Morales earned her first win as she led the team to a strong performance.