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HealthChristian County still has the most measles cases in Kentucky, with 65 confirmedIf you live in Christian County, you're at the center of Kentucky's measles outbreak. The county has 65 confirmed cases as of Oct. 29, the most in the state, and Christian County Now reports exposures are still spreading. Laurel County has 56 and Trigg County has 31.Today’s editionRead StatewideKentucky has erased $153 million in medical debt, with a second round of letters due the week of Nov. 9If you owe medical bills, a letter could show up that you didn't ask for. Gov. Andy Beshear says the Team Kentucky Medical Debt Relief Program has erased $153 million in medical debt for more than 67,000 Kentuckians, more than halfway to its $250 million goal.Today’s editionRead

Around Hopkinsville

From WHVO Radio, WPSD Local 6 and 10 more newsrooms, gathered by 6AM News, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.

  1. WHVO Radio3 hours ago

    Election Results – Decision 2026

  2. WPSD Local 63 hours ago

    11/3 Performance of the Week

    PADUCAH, Ky. -- You at home voted Paducah Tilghman's Xavier Isable as having this week's Gridiron Glory Performance of the Week.

  3. WKMS4 hours ago

    2026 General Election Results: Christian County

    Voting totals from Christian County, Kentucky for the 2026 General Election.

  4. WHOP Radio4 hours ago

    Polls close on Election Day 2026 with steady turnout reported in Christian County

    And it’s a wrap on voting for Election Day, but now, tabulations begin in earnest across the Commonwealth as County Clerk’s work to determine who won the positions they were seeking. It was steady voting-wise in Christian County, at times quite busy, and Christian County Clerk Melinda Humphries tells WHOP [...]

  5. WKRN News 25 hours ago

    Tractor-trailer flips in Christian County, driver flown to Nashville hospital

    A truck driver was hospitalized in Nashville after his tractor-trailer crashed and flipped over over in Christian County.

  6. WHVO Radio5 hours ago

    Barkley Plantation is Hiring

    📣 **NOW HIRING AT BARKLEY PLANTATION!** 📣 Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others? Join our team at Barkley Plantation Assisted Living Community!

  7. WHOP Radio6 hours ago

    Tractor-trailer wreck on Bradshaw Road results in injuries

    A single-vehicle wreck on Bradshaw Road involving a tractor-trailer resulted in injuries Tuesday afternoon. According to the Christian County Sheriff’s Office, the wreck occurred in the 5000 block of the road. The tractor-trailer was reportedly heading southbound when it drove off the roadway, hit a fence and overturned before stopping. [...]

  8. WHVO Radio6 hours ago

    Louis ‘Wayne’ Wilson, 61, of Hopkinsville

    Louis “Wayne” Wilson, age 61, of Hopkinsville, passed away from natural causes on Monday, November 2, 2026, peacefully at his home surrounded by his family. Funeral Services will be at 1:00 PM on Thursday, November 5, 2026,

  9. WHVO Radio6 hours ago

    Jerry Anthony Day, 70, of Hopkinsville

    Jerry Anthony Day, 70, passed away on October 30, 2026. He was born on September 8, 1956. Jerry will be remembered as a hardworking man who spent his career as a truck driver for Ole South Trucking.

  10. WKDZ Radio6 hours ago

    Terry Rufus Sargent, Sr., 58, of Hopkinsville

    Terry Rufus Sargent, Sr., 58, Hopkinsville, KY passed away Friday, October 23, 2026 at his home of natural causes. Memorial services will be held at 6:00 p.m. Friday, November 6, 2026 at Lamb Funeral Home with Pastor

    Also reported byWHOP Radio

  11. WNKY7 hours ago

    Driver sustains serious injuries after tractor-trailer crash in Christian County

    Photo source: Christian County Sheriff's OfficeCHRISTIAN COUNTY, Ky. – A tractor-trailer driver sustained serious injuries after a crash in Christian County. According to the Christian County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to an injury collision Tuesday afternoon in the 5000 block of Bradshaw Road Deputies say a tractor-trailer was traveling south when it exited the roadway, struck a fence and overturned...

    Also reported byWBKO

  12. WHVO Radio7 hours ago

    Locals Can Donate For Doughnuts To Help Trigg County Special Olympics

    When the city-county softball game got put on ice for this year, Trigg County Special Olympics needed another way to raise funds for its annual activities for participants. Toni Martinazzi, long-time local philanthropist, said she and many

  13. Christian County Now7 hours ago

    Semi-truck driver injured after crashing through fence, into field off of Bradshaw Road

    Traffic on Bradshaw Road is crashed due to an injury crash Tuesday afternoon.

  14. WHOP Radio8 hours ago

    Sip & Paint Wine Glass Painting

  15. WHVO Radio8 hours ago

    DG Market To Open In Crofton

    Following the October closure of Family Dollar in Crofton, another retail chain has announced it will be taking over the building and expanding its local presence. Dollar General is already at work taking over the building, located

  16. WHVO Radio8 hours ago

    PHOTOS – Christian County Wrestling Scrimmages

    With school out due to Election Day, the Christian County Tigers’ wrestling team got in some scrimmage time, hostsing McCracken County and Kenwood Tuesday. YSE stopped in and got these pics of the action. Take a look.

  17. WKDZ Radio9 hours ago

    PHOTOS – McCracken County 3 Christian County 0

    McCracken County advanced to the second round of the KHSAA State Volleyball Tournament with a straight-set win over Christian County on Monday in Paducah. Here are some shots from the match.

  18. WBKO10 hours ago

    Christian County sheriff’s office: Firefighters battle tobacco barn fire on Bush Lane

    Firefighters from four departments are battling a tobacco barn fire on Bush Lane in Christian County, the sheriff's office said.

    Also reported byWNKY

  19. WHOP Radio11 hours ago

    CCHS wrestlers scrimmage Kenwood, McCracken

    The Christian County High School wrestling team opened its inaugural season with a three-team scrimmage Tuesday morning at Hopkinsville Rotary Arena. The Tigers squared off against wrestlers from Kenwood, Tenn., and McCracken County. Christian County opens its regular season Dec. 5 at the Beast of the East Tournament at Louisville [...]

  20. Christian County Now11 hours ago

    Hopkinsville travelers: Practice a new language with Babbel’s $159 lifetime deal

    Planning an international getaway from Christian County? New U.S. users can get all 14 Babbel languages for $159 with code LEARN through Nov. 8.

  21. Christian County Now11 hours ago

    Fall leaves to reach peak color in Hopkinsville soon, where to enjoy a scenic view

    Although the overall color quality is expected to be poor, catch leaves at their peak red color in just over a week at any of these scenic spots in Christian County.

  22. WHOP Radio12 hours ago

    Election Day underway, with the polls open til 6 p.m. and steady turn out to start the day

    The 2026 General Election is in full swing, and the polls will stay open until 6 p.m. as citizens head out to cast their votes in local, state and federal elections. The polls opened at 6 a.m. and Christian County Clerk Melinda Humphries says it’s been smooth sailing so far,

    Also reported byWKDZ Radio

  23. WHOP Radio13 hours ago

    Nancy Bolster establishes two nursing scholarship at HCC

    Two scholarships have now been established by Nancy Bolster, a longtime healthcare professional, to help those students looking to pursue a career in nursing. The Nancy Bolster Nursing Scholarship and the Nancy Bolster LPN to RN Bridge Scholarship honor Bolster’s long career in healthcare, which inspired her to give back [...]

    Also reported byClarksville OnlineWHVO Radio

  24. WHOP Radio14 hours ago

    2026 Hopkinsville Christmas Night Parade

  25. Kentucky New Era14 hours ago

    Christian County’s state run halted by McCracken County in opening round

    For a few minutes Monday night inside a hostile Region 1 gym, the Christian County Lady Tigers had the state tournament favorites right where they wanted them. Then, the depth and experience of ...

  26. Kentucky New Era16 hours ago

    Crime Reports

    Jacob Mcintosh, 18, of Hopkinsville, was charged on Friday with wanton endangerment, 1st degree.

  27. Kentucky New Era16 hours ago

    Today is Election Day. Here is a roundup of area races.

    Today is Election Day and while in most state and local races there is only one candidate on the ballot, there are several competitive across the region. Here is a ...

  28. WHOP Radio17 hours ago

    McGee named Lady Tigers’ soccer MVP

    The Christian County Lady Tigers held their first postseason awards banquet Monday night. Genesis McGee was named the team’s varsity Most Valuable Player and Kaydon Coats took home the Varsity Best Offense and Fellowship of Christian Athletes awards. Other varsity award winners included Azaa Enkhtugs (Varsity Senior Academic Award), Emma

  29. WHOP Radio17 hours ago

    McCracken ends Lady Tigers’ state volleyball run

    The Christian County Lady Tigers’ run in the 2026 KHSAA State Volleyball Tournament came to an end Monday night with a straight-set loss to host McCracken County. After trailing 10-7 in the first set, the Lady Mustangs put together a 13-1 run and won the first set 25-13. The Region

  30. WHVO Radio21 hours ago

    Christian County’s Historic Volleyball Season Ends With State Tournament Loss to McCracken County

    Christian County’s first volleyball season included 26 wins, district and regional championships, and the school’s first trip to the KHSAA State Tournament. That historic run ended Monday night in Paducah with a straight-set loss to McCracken County.

  31. WHVO Radio22 hours ago

    PHOTOS – Trigg County Fall Sports/Band Senior Night

    Trigg County High School celebrated its seniors in football, cross country, cheerleading, volleyball, and band during Senior Night festivities ahead of its Oct. 30 game against Fulton County.

  32. WPSD Local 622 hours ago

    11/2 High School Volleyball

    PADUCAH, Ky. -- Below is a list of reported high school volleyball postseason scores from Monday, November 2.

  33. Kentucky New Era22 hours ago

    Town Crier

    • Hopkinsville Junior Auxiliary will host the 2026 Charity Ball from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 14 at Oak Grove Racing, Gaming and Hotel. The beneficiary for this year is Sanctuary Inc. • ...

  34. WHVO Radio23 hours ago

    Infrastructure A Keen Priority As Cadiz City Council Approaches Fall Months

    In the coming weeks, regardless of the November general election, look for the Cadiz City Council to begin addressing the possibility of a moratorium on data centers locating within the city limits. Brief discussion of such stirred

  35. Hoptown ChronicleYesterday

    Hopkinsville parade honoring veterans set Saturday

    Veterans are invited to participate in the parade. The route is from the Memorial Building to the Christian County Justice Center.

  36. WKDZ RadioYesterday

    PHOTOS – Christian County Lady Tiger Soccer Banquet

    The Christian County Lady Tigers celebrated their first season on the soccer pitch Monday evening with the team banquet at the War Memorial Building. YSE was there and got these pics from the big night.

  37. Christian County NowYesterday

    Tight city council vote adopts new planning services, $100,000 approved for vehicles

    Planning services that were previously facilitated by CDS will now be handled by the City of Hopkinsville after a city council decision.

  38. Hoptown ChronicleYesterday

    Elizabeth McCoy chosen for Flame of Excellence Award

    The CEO of Planters Bank will receive the award from Leadership Kentucky at a Jan. 7 luncheon in Lexington.

    Also reported byWKDZ Radio

  39. WHOP RadioYesterday

    City Council approves Lovers Lane crosswalk, taking over more CDS duties

    Hopkinsville City Council Members approved installing a crosswalk on Lovers Lane and absorbing more Community and Development Services’ duties at Monday’s special-called meeting. Council members approved a measure that would establish a 25-mph school zone and a cross walk on Lovers Lane near Christian County High School. Deputy City Clerk [...]

  40. WHOP RadioYesterday

    Gov. Beshear shares Medical Debt Relief Program update

    After launching the Team Kentucky Medical Debt Relief Program in September, Governor Andy Beshear announced that more progress has been made toward relieving $250 million in medical debt. The program was developed by an executive order signed by Beshear on September 15. As of Thursday’s Team Kentucky Update, he says [...]

In brief

The short notes of 5AM Hopkinsville’s last two editions. Open one to read it, with its sources.

  • Election DayVoting today? Polls are open in Christian County, after 3,996 ballots came in at three early-voting sites Oct.

    Voting today? Polls are open in Christian County, after 3,996 ballots came in at three early-voting sites Oct. 29-31. Thursday drew more than 1,500 voters, Friday 1,400 and Saturday nearly 1,100, roughly 8% of the county's 46,392 registered voters. Kentucky New Era compares early turnout across Christian, Trigg and Todd counties.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSources: Christian County Now, WKDZ Radio, Kentucky New Era

  • City CouncilHopkinsville City Council approved a 25-mph school zone and a crosswalk on Lovers Lane near Christian County High School at Monday's special-called meeting.

    Hopkinsville City Council approved a 25-mph school zone and a crosswalk on Lovers Lane near Christian County High School at Monday's special-called meeting. The zone starts near Fort Campbell Boulevard and runs past Conference Center Drive, with the crosswalk near Hopkinsville Towne Center. Council also renamed Westside Park "Judge John Atkins Westside Park" and, in a tight vote, moved planning services from Community and Development Services (CDS) to the city.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSources: WHOP Radio, Christian County Now

  • Veterans ParadeThe annual Veterans Honor Parade starts at 10 a.m.

    The annual Veterans Honor Parade starts at 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at the War Memorial Building on Virginia Street and ends at the Christian County Justice Center with a ceremony. Veterans can walk, and should gather by 9:45 a.m. Streets close from 9 to 10:30 a.m., including 14th, 13th and 12th streets at Virginia Street, so plan around them if you're headed downtown.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSources: WHOP Radio, Hoptown Chronicle

  • VolleyballChristian County's first volleyball season ended Monday in Paducah with a straight-set loss to McCracken County at the KHSAA State Tournament.

    Christian County's first volleyball season ended Monday in Paducah with a straight-set loss to McCracken County at the KHSAA State Tournament. The Lady Tigers finished with 26 wins, district and regional championships and the school's first state tournament trip. Senior middle blocker Madysen Taggart was also named Second Team All-State by the Kentucky Volleyball Coaches Association.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSources: WHVO Radio, WHOP Radio

  • Spaghetti DinnerThe Kiwanis Club of Hopkinsville is hosting its first annual spaghetti dinner at the Crusty Pig on Nov.

    The Kiwanis Club of Hopkinsville is hosting its first annual spaghetti dinner at the Crusty Pig on Nov. 16 from 4 to 8 p.m. Tickets are $12 per person, and proceeds go to the Warm the Children program. The club hopes to raise $30,000.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: WHOP Radio