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Early Voting Underway; Christian County Election Results to Be Released Together Tuesday Night
Early voting in Christian County is underway ahead of Tuesday’s general election with voters in Christian and Trigg counties able to take advantage of no-excuse in-person voting through Saturday. Christian County Clerk Melinda Humphries says the early voting will take place Friday and Saturday from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. at the Bruce Convention Center, the Christian County Senior Citizens Center, or the Walnut Street Center at the Boys & Girls Club.
Gilliam Urges PREA to Work With Landowners on Proposed Natural Gas Pipeline
Christian County Judge-Executive Jerry Gilliam says the entity planning a natural gas pipeline through western Kentucky needs to work directly with affected landowners and make every effort to reach agreements before considering eminent domain. Gilliam said he met with representatives of the Pennyrile Rural Electric Association, or PREA, about the project several years ago and encouraged them to respect property owners throughout the land acquisition process.
Multiple Departments Called to Sawdust Pile Fire
A large sawdust pile ignited Thursday in southern Trigg County and spread to a nearby wooded area, prompting multiple fire departments to respond. Roaring Springs Fire Chief Bruce Moore said his department was requested at 2:25 Thursday afternoon to a lumber mill near Corinth School Road and the Oak Ridge Country Store. Moore said the nearly 80-foot sawdust pile at the sawmill ignited. No one knew how long the pile had been cooking before it ignited.
Autumn Budget 2026: What you need to know
Autumn Budget 2026: What you need to know John Healey delivers his first Budget since being appointed Chancellor by Andy Burnham. It comes at a time when the UK is experiencing a cost-of-living crisis. We summarise the Budget below, highlighting the changes in tax and spending.
Dry for now, rain returns soon
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) – Fair weather continues for a few more days until rain chances return to the forecast. TUESDAY EVENING: Calm conditions continue through the evening and overnight hours, with temperatures dropping into the low-50s overnight. Some patchy fog development is possible overnight and early tomorrow morning – use caution if you’ll be driving during this time. WEDNESDAY: A few patchy clouds will stick around through the morning hours, but it’ll be sunny by the afternoon.
WKDZ/WHVO Pink Out Honors Cancer Survivors, Remembers Loved Ones
Friday’s annual Edge Media Group Pink Out brought cancer survivors, community leaders, and supporters together, and the celebration included an emotional tribute to a longtime volunteer and donations to help area breast cancer patients The event also featured proclamations recognizing Breast Cancer Awareness Month, recognition of local Relay For Life organizations and a reminder that early detection remains one of the most important tools in fighting the disease.
Ann Isom’s Legacy Remembered at Pink Out and Trigg County Football Game
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UHA Repeats as Region Cross Country Champs (w/PHOTOS)
University Heights Academy made school history for the second straight year Saturday, winning the Class 1A Region 1 boys cross country championship at the Trigg County Recreation Complex. The Blazers finished with 41 points to claim their second consecutive regional title. UHA placed five runners among the top 18 finishers on the 3.1-mile course, including two in the top four, to finish 18 points ahead of runner-up Trigg County.
Pennyroyal Hospice Offers Support for Those With Breast Cancer
For Pennyroyal Hospice, Friday’s WKDZ/WHVO Pink Out is about more than raising awareness of breast cancer. It’s a chance to celebrate survivors, support those still fighting the disease and remember those who have lost their lives. Pennyroyal Hospice’s Cindy Hancock says the annual event brings people together for several important reasons.
Lancaster Discusses Roads, Public Safety and Taxes at Trigg Election Forum
Republican Trey Lancaster says maintaining county roads, supporting first responders, and keeping taxes low would be among his top priorities if elected District 4 magistrate on the Trigg County Fiscal Court. Lancaster was the only candidate in the District 4 race to participate in Thursday night’s general election forum hosted by WKDZ at the Trigg County Schools Little Theater. Write-in candidate Andrea King was invited but did not attend.
Pink Ribbon Network Marks 20 Years of Helping Breast Cancer Survivors
For more than 20 years, the Pink Ribbon Network has helped breast cancer patients across western Kentucky with everything from medical expenses and utility bills to something just as important — having someone to talk to who understands what they’re going through. The organization will once again take part in the annual WKDZ/WHVO Pink Out Friday from 3 to 5 p.m. at the station studios.
JTEKT Joins WKDZ/WHVO Pink Out Effort to Raise Breast Cancer Awareness
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Hopkinsville Tax Revenues Running Ahead of Budget Through September
Hopkinsville’s payroll and insurance premium tax collections are running ahead of budget projections through the first three months of the fiscal year, while city officials continue to monitor departmental spending. During Tuesday night’s Hopkinsville City Council meeting, Chief Financial Officer Melissa Clayton presented the September financial report, which showed the city collected more than $12 million in revenue through September 30.
Trigg County Hospital Encourages Mammograms During Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and Trigg County Hospital Radiology Department Director Chandra Ortt encourages women to prioritize their health by scheduling a mammogram. She said the hospital typically performs just over 100 mammograms each month. That number increases significantly during October as more women take advantage of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Ortt said the hospital performed more than 170 mammograms last October, and this year’s goal is 200.
Fair Weather Continues
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) – Our stretch of dry and seasonable weather continues for the rest of the week. TUESDAY EVENING: Calm conditions persist into the rest of the evening and overnight hours, though some patchy smoke from ongoing fires is possible tonight. Temperatures will drop into the low-40s overnight with calm wind. WEDNESDAY: Another nice day with temperatures climbing out of the 40s in the morning into the low-80s by the afternoon.
Trigg County Relay for Life to Honor Cancer Survivors Tuesday
Trigg County cancer survivors are invited to a special dinner Tuesday evening as the local Relay for Life committee continues its longtime tradition of celebrating those who have faced cancer. The annual Cancer Survivors Dinner begins Tuesday at 5:30 in Cadiz Baptist Church’s annex. Relay for Life committee member Tammy Phillips says all cancer survivors are welcome, whether they were recently diagnosed or have been cancer-free for decades.
Christian County Unity Breakfast Moves To Oak Grove
The Hopkinsville-Christian County Human Rights Commission is moving its annual Unity Breakfast to Oak Grove this year, marking a change for an event that has brought the community together for more than five decades. Executive Director Raychel Farmer said the 52nd annual breakfast will be held Thursday, October 22, at 7:30 a.m. at Oak Grove Racing, Gaming and Hotel.
Registration Deadline Extended For Military Affairs Chili Cook-Off
The Southwestern Kentucky Military Affairs Committee has extended the registration deadline for its annual Chili Cook-Off to Wednesday, October 14, as they look to attract more teams for the competition later this month. The cook-off is scheduled for Saturday, October 24, at Founders Square in downtown Hopkinsville, with $1,000 going to the team that makes the best chili.
Veteran Drone Services Bringing Peddle Tractor Pull Back to Ham Festival
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Ham Festival Canoe Race to Feature Larger Field
A Trigg County Country Ham Festival tradition that began nearly four decades ago will feature a larger field on Little River Saturday morning. Organizers say about 16 two-person teams are expected for this year’s Ham Festival canoe race, which will begin at 8 a.m. at the Little River access on Glenwood Mill Road. Cadiz Police Chief Tyler Thomas says participation is up considerably from last year’s race.
Ham Festival Car Show to Help Build 20th Church in Bangladesh
A longtime Trigg County Country Ham Festival tradition will return Saturday, with this year’s car show raising money to build another church in Bangladesh. Organizer Larry Kemp says this will be the 31st annual car show sponsored by Cadiz Baptist Church, and proceeds will help fund the 20th church built through the event.
Gilliam Says County Has Upgraded Its Winter Road Equipment
Christian County is preparing for winter with heavier equipment and full salt storage after last winter’s ice storm exposed the challenges crews face when snow turns into a thick layer of ice. Judge-Executive Jerry Gilliam says the county has continued reviewing its winter-weather response since the January storm and is making changes before cold weather returns. Audio Player click to download audioOne improvement involves the county’s snowplows.
Gilliam Pushes for County Transportation Projects to Keep Moving
Christian County leaders recently traveled to Frankfort to ensure several long-awaited local transportation projects remain on the state’s radar amid leadership changes and vacancies at the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. Judge-Executive Jerry Gilliam said the delegation met with transportation officials as work continues on several major projects in the county.
Cadiz Police Outline Street Closures, Parking, and Safety for Ham Festival
Cadiz Police Chief Tyler Thomas is asking visitors and downtown businesses to plan ahead as Cadiz prepares for the 50th annual Trigg County Country Ham Festival. The first major change comes at noon Thursday, when Main Street will close through downtown Cadiz so vendors can begin setting up for Friday and Saturday’s festival. Thomas said the closure will extend from the Bank of Cadiz area through downtown to the traffic light near West Cadiz Park at U.S. 68 and Kentucky 139.
Presley Eakes Named 2026 Miss Trigg County
Presley Eakes almost didn’t enter the Miss Trigg County pageant, but a week later, she was wearing the crown. The 17-year-old Trigg County senior was named Miss Trigg County 2026 on Saturday, winning the title from a field of 11 contestants. Audio Player click to download audioPresley, the daughter of Blake Eakes and Christina Pair, said she had considered entering the pageant before but always backed out when it came time to sign up.
Logan Terrell Crowned 2026 Mrs. Trigg County
For the first time in 13 years, the Trigg County Country Ham Festival has a new Mrs. Trigg County. Logan Terrell was crowned Mrs. Trigg County Friday as the pageant returned to the Ham Festival for the first time since 2013. For Terrell, the chance to take part in the revived pageant was one reason she decided to enter. Audio Player click to download audioTerrell was crowned by Ashley Reynolds, who won the Mrs. Trigg County title when the pageant was last held in 2013.
Teams Sought for Annual MAC Chili Cook-Off in Downtown Hopkinsville
Organizers of Hopkinsville’s annual Battle of the Bowls Chili Cook-Off are putting out the call for teams more than a month before the competition returns to downtown Hopkinsville. The Military Affairs Committee’s Chili Cook-Off and Cornbread Challenge is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 24, at Founders Square. The competition carries a $1,000 top prize.
Cadiz 5K to Raise Money, Awareness in Fight Against Breast Cancer
A Cadiz resident is putting together a 5K run during Breast Cancer Awareness Month with a simple invitation: walk, run, bring the family or even bring the dog. Laura Champagne will host the breast cancer awareness fundraiser on Saturday, Oct. 3, beginning at 8 a.m. The walk will start near the school and use the Cadiz Walking Trail, with a short addition to the route to make the distance a full 5K. Participants can walk or run the course, and pets are welcome. There is no registration requirement.
Christian County Harvest Moving Along as Dry Weather Leaves Mixed Results
Harvest is well underway across Christian County, and early returns from corn fields have given farmers something to feel good about after a growing season that turned increasingly dry. Christian County Agriculture Extension Agent Matt Futrell said much of the corn harvested so far has performed well.
Christian County Leadership Gets Close-Up Look at Agriculture
Leadership Christian County participants spent Friday, Sept. 11, getting a closer look at one of the county’s largest industries. Agriculture Leadership Day took the group to several stops around Christian County, where they learned about local farms and what happens to crops and livestock after they leave the farm. Christian County Agriculture Extension Agent Matt Futrell said Josh Arnold led the agriculture portion of the program.
Jason Newby to Step Down as Hopkinsville Police Chief
Hopkinsville Police Chief Jason Newby announced Tuesday morning that he will be resigning next month for what he calls a chance at a new opportunity. Newby made the announcement on his Chats with the Chief Facebook Live, which has been conducted twice a month this year. He said his last day as chief will be October 11, and added that the decision was his.
Christian County Athletic Projects Nearing Completion
Christian County Public Schools is nearing completion on several athletic facility projects tied to the new Christian County High School, while additional improvements continue at the Stadium of Champions. Assistant Superintendent Dr. Jason Wilson told school board members recently that most major work inside the new high school is finished, with crews now working through punch-list items. Attention is increasingly focused on completing the school’s new outdoor athletic facilities.
Hopkinsville Responds To CDS Payment Claim As Services Move To City
The City of Hopkinsville is responding to Community and Development Services’ claim that it is owed about $190,000 while outlining how several CDS programs will move into city government beginning this week. The city announced on Friday that it will take over building inspections, geographic information systems, Landbank services, and several community development programs. Planning and zoning will remain with CDS.
Second Arrest Made in Jan Drive Robbery
Hopkinsville Police have arrested a second suspect in connection with an armed robbery that led to a high-speed pursuit last week. Police say 20-year-old Jahtavius Larkin was arrested following the execution of a search warrant Thursday night in the 1400 block of Bethel Street. Larkin is charged with first-degree robbery, first-degree wanton endangerment, kidnapping of an adult and receiving a stolen firearm.
Two 19-Year-Olds Arrested Following Cadiz Shoplifting Investigation
Two St. Louis women were arrested Monday after a reported shoplifting incident at a Cadiz convenience store led police to stop their vehicle on I-24. According to Cadiz Police Chief Tyler Thomas, officers were called to Jr. Food Mart on Hopkinsville Road shortly before 11 a.m. for a shoplifting complaint. As police arrived, they were given a description of a suspect vehicle that had just left the store. Police located the Chevrolet Malibu traveling west on I-24 and pulled it over.
Cerulean Veterans Memorial Bridge Dedicated to Those Who Served (w/PHOTOS)
A bridge traveled many times by Cerulean native and Vietnam War casualty 1st Lt. Jerry Ardell Roberts now carries a name intended to ensure the service of veterans is remembered for generations. Community members, veterans, and local officials gathered Friday morning to dedicate the Cerulean Veterans Memorial Bridge on Kentucky 124, also known as Cerulean Road.
Futrell Says U.S. Smokeless Tobacco Expansion Reinforces Region’s Dark-Fired Tobacco Industry
A $250 million investment by U.S. Smokeless Tobacco Company in Hopkinsville is expected to bring more than 200 new jobs to Christian County, but Christian County Agriculture Extension Agent Matt Futrell says the impact could extend well beyond the new manufacturing facility. U.S. Smokeless Tobacco broke ground this week on a new facility at its existing Hopkinsville campus on Weyman’s Way.
10th Annual Summer Salute Bringing Music, Food and Fun to Downtown Hopkinsville
Downtown Hopkinsville will be filled with live music, food, and vendors this weekend as the city celebrates the 10th anniversary of Summer Salute. Hopkinsville Parks and Recreation Superintendent Toby Hudson said the festival will run until 10 p.m. both nights and feature food and merchandise vendors, children’s activities and a full carnival. Friday night’s music will take festivalgoers back several decades.
Hopkinsville O’Charley’s Closing Its Doors Wednesday
After 26 years in Hopkinsville, O’Charley’s will close its doors on Wednesday. An employee at the Fort Campbell Boulevard Restaurant told the News Edge that staff were notified Tuesday of the closure. O’Charley’s opened in Hopkinsville in March 2000 and was, at the time, the 16th restaurant from the chain to open in Kentucky. The 6,600-square-foot store could seat around 250 people. O’Charley’s is a Nashville-based casual dining restaurant that features over 200 locations in 17 states.
Dangerous Heat Continues Into Holiday Weekend; Dry Conditions Expanding
Dangerous heat will continue across western Kentucky through the start of the Labor Day weekend, with little relief expected before late Saturday or Sunday. The National Weather Service in Paducah has an Extreme Heat Warning in effect for the entire region through 8 p.m. Saturday. Forecasters expect daily heat index values between 103 and 110 degrees, with actual temperatures reaching the upper 90s to around 100.
VFW Leader Hopeful Stolen Veterans’ Grave Markers Can Be Replaced
A Hopkinsville veterans organization leader says he is encouraged by an arrest in connection with the theft of veterans’ grave markers from two city cemeteries and by efforts underway to replace the stolen markers. VFW Post 1913’s John Brame said the thefts were difficult to understand, especially considering the markers honored people who served their country.
Newby Defends Hopkinsville’s Use of Flock Cameras Amid Privacy Concerns
Hopkinsville Police Chief Jason Newby is defending the city’s use of Flock Safety cameras as questions continue about privacy, security and possible misuse of the system. On his twice-monthly ‘Chats with the Chief’ on Facebook Live on Tuesday, Newby says some of those concerns come from misconceptions about what the cameras actually capture and how police can use the information.
Heat Advisory In Effect With Temps Topping Out In the Upper 90s
Western Kentucky is heading into another stretch of dangerous late-summer heat, with temperatures climbing into the upper 90s and heat index values topping 100 degrees for much of the week. National Weather Service Paducah meteorologist Kate Hickford said a Heat Advisory is in effect through Friday as the region enters what she described as another prolonged heatwave. Forecasts show the southern Pennyrile reaching a high of 95 degrees on Tuesday and 97 degrees Wednesday and Thursday.
Christian County Animal Shelter Reports 406 Animals Taken In During July
The Christian County Animal Shelter took in more than 400 animals in July and found homes for more than 100, according to the shelter’s monthly report presented to the Christian Fiscal Court. Animal Shelter Director Sherry Viall said 406 animals came into the shelter during the month, including 21 that had previously been adopted and were returned. The shelter recorded 106 adoptions and 19 animals reclaimed by their owners.
Summer Reading Numbers Nearly Double at Hopkinsville-Christian County Public Library
The Hopkinsville-Christian County Public Library nearly doubled participation in its summer reading program this year. Children and adults combined to log more than 13,000 hours of reading. Youth Services Librarian Kiwana Bridges shared the numbers with Christian County Fiscal Court on Tuesday after the library wrapped up its 2026 “Unearth the Story” summer reading program.
Lightning Strike Sparks Fire at Lake Barkley State Resort Park Lodge
A suspected lightning strike sparked a fire Wednesday morning around 11:20 at Lake Barkley State Resort Park, damaging a portion of the main lodge that is already undergoing a major renovation. No injuries were reported, and Park Manager Ashley Joiner said the fire appears to have been contained to an area near the roof of the Windows on the Water dining room. Firefighters from the East Golden Pond and Cadiz fire departments responded to the park, along with emergency medical personnel.
Dawson Springs Man Arrested in Hopkinsville After Allegedly Resisting Police
A Dawson Springs man wanted on multiple warrants out of Hopkins County was arrested in Hopkinsville Monday afternoon after police say he refused to get out of his vehicle and resisted officers attempting to take him into custody. According to citations from the Hopkinsville Police Department, officers were alerted to a vehicle being driven by 26-year-old Bryan Collins, who was reportedly wanted on multiple warrants involving violations of protective orders.
$50,000 Powerball Ticket Sold in Hopkinsville
Someone who bought a Powerball ticket in Hopkinsville is $50,000 richer following Monday night’s drawing. The Kentucky Lottery says the winning ticket was sold at the Circle K at 932 North Main Street. The ticket matched four of the five white balls plus the Powerball in Monday’s drawing to win the game’s $50,000 prize. Monday’s winning numbers were 3, 16, 33, 38 and 68. The Powerball was 2.
Second Phase of Christian County I-24 Reconstruction Begins Thursday
The second phase of a $25 million reconstruction project on I-24 in southern Christian County is scheduled to begin Thursday, bringing about another major traffic shift. The project is rebuilding nearly seven miles of westbound I-24 between the Hopkinsville-Oak Grove exit and the Tennessee state line. The first phase was completed earlier this month, and crews have since been preparing a crossover to move traffic around the next section of construction.
Hopkinsville Art Guild Bringing Art Loop Back for Second Year
The Hopkinsville Art Guild is bringing its Art Loop back Saturday, giving people a chance to visit local artists at nine locations around Hopkinsville. The second annual event runs from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and will include artwork and live demonstrations at several downtown locations and three individual studios. Art Guild member Anita Tomberlin Cummins said organizers brought the event back after a strong turnout last year. Six stops are within walking distance of each other downtown.
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