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Today’s edition · Tues., Nov. 10

Tigers roll past Daviess County 52-7; Tiger Band's send-off is tonight

Plus, the Tiger Band's free send-off show at the Stadium of Champions tonight at 7:30.

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Christian County routs Daviess County 52-⁠7 to win its playoff opener

Christian County beat Daviess County 52-⁠7 in the playoff opener

  • Daviess County7
    Christian County52
    FinalOpening round of the postseason at the Stadium of Champions

Source: Kentucky New Era

The Tigers had their most dominant performance of the season Friday night at the . WHOP Radio had reported before kickoff that the 3-7 Tigers, on a two-game losing streak, were looking for their first playoff win in school history. Daviess County came in 1-9.

The defense scored too. Alijah Holland had two interceptions, including an 11-yard pick-six, and Tavares Burgess added a 38-yard interception return for a touchdown.

  • Next: South Warren, Fri., Nov. 13, 7 p.m.
  • Rushing: 226 yards on 33 carries, six touchdowns
  • McCarley: 9 of 13 passing, 109 yards, two touchdowns
  • September meeting: Christian County won 48-5

Deasian Harris ran for 74 yards and two touchdowns on six carries

Source: Kentucky New Era

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Deasian Harris74 yds
Tristin Dillard54 yds
Paul Abren45 yds
Kyrien Cannon31 yds

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The Christian County Tiger Band plays a free send-off show tonight before heading to Indianapolis

If you want to see the "New Kids on the Block" show before it goes national, tonight's community performance is your chance. The band is also collecting donations to fuel the trip.

  • When: Tuesday, Nov. 10, at 7:30 p.m.
  • Where:
  • Cost: free
  • Donations: breakfast items, bags of chips, cash

The Tiger Band performs Tuesday, then competes Nov. 12 to 14

Christian County Tiger Band, November

November 2026

  • Community show, 7:30 p.m.
  • Grand Nationals in Indianapolis

The free community show is at the .

Sources: WHVO Radio, WHOP Radio

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Community show, 7:30 p.m.Nov. 10
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The band competes at the in Indianapolis. Band Director Anthony Darnall said the trip lets students perform alongside outstanding bands and experience something beyond their hometown.

6thClass 5A finish at the state championships in Bowling Green

The Tigers compete at Grand Nationals following that finish at the Kentucky Music Educators Association event.

Source: WHVO Radio

News Notes

Red Kettles

Red Kettle bellringing starts Friday at stores around Christian County, including the Hopkinsville Walmart Supercenter, and Salvation Army Major Jason Swain says they still need bellringers. Sign up at salvationarmyvolunteer.org or call 270-885-9633. WHOP Radio

Turkey Trot

If you want a new Thanksgiving tradition, the free Turkey Trot starts at 8 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 26 in downtown Hopkinsville. Walkers, runners, skaters, bikers and leashed dogs can take the 3.1-mile route. It's non-competitive and non-timed, and matching shirts or turkey outfits are encouraged. Christian County NowKentucky New Era

The Turkey Trot is free and draws 1,200–1,500 people a year

3.1 miles
on the downtown route
1,200–1,500
participants each year
8 a.m.
start on Thursday, Nov. 26

Source: Christian County Now

Veterans Day

Christian County High School held its first Veterans Day program for the new campus Monday evening. The choir, jazz band and percussion ensemble performed, and the JROTC led military traditions and tributes. Choir Director Tracy Bean and staff member Anthony Darnall came up with the idea, and the school had invited local veterans to the Rotary Arena free of charge. WHVO RadioWHOP Radio

Coal Creek Road

Coal Creek Road will be blocked between Cary Bridge Road and A Jordan Road because of road work, the Christian County Sheriff's Office said. If that's on your route, we suggest finding another way around. WBKO

Jeffers Bend

Christmas at the Bend is Dec. 5 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., with admission of $5 per car and $10 per bus, and free entry for military personnel and first responders. Visitors can make Christmas ornaments to take home, and a photo with Santa costs $5. WHOP Radio

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A free night of classical music is coming to the Alhambra Theatre. The Parks Classical Gala, billed as an evening of timeless classical treasures, takes the stage Thursday, Nov. 12, and all are welcome. Admission is free. Cold front or not, that's a cozy way to spend a Thursday night.

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  1. Mon., Nov. 9Veterans Day service at VFW Post 1913 is open to all Wednesday
  2. Sun., Nov. 8Veterans Honor Parade fills downtown Hopkinsville on a picture-perfect Saturday
  3. Sat., Nov. 7Tigers win first playoff game, and the veterans parade is at 10 a.m.
  4. Fri., Nov. 6Tigers host Daviess in the Class 6A playoffs tonight at 7
  5. Thurs., Nov. 5Hopkinsville plans to resurface 28 city streets this fiscal year
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Tigers roll past Daviess County 52-7; Tiger Band's send-off is tonight

Plus, the Tiger Band's free send-off show at the Stadium of Champions tonight at 7:30.

The TLDR

  1. Tigers beat Daviess County 52-7 in the playoff opener
  2. Next up: South Warren on Fri., Nov. 13 at 7 p.m.
  3. Tiger Band's free send-off show is tonight at 7:30
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