Proceedings continued for Sharpe Street murder suspect

Proceedings were continued in the murder case against Cortez Hairston Jr., as he awaits the appointment of a special prosecutor. Commonwealth’s Attorney Stephanie Bolen informed the court Wednesday morning that […]
East Fourth St. murder case to have special prosecutor

There will be a special prosecutor in the case against murder suspect Tavaris Quarles, and his attorney intends to argue for bond modification. Quarles—who is accused the fatal shooting death […]
Literacy Council to celebrate bell hooks Writing Contest winners Sunday
The Christian County Literacy Council will recognize the winners of the 2023 bell hooks Writing Contest on Sunday at the Christian County Middle School Performing Arts Center at 3 p.m. […]
Austin Peay President makes a visit to Hopkinsville Rotary

The Rotary Club of Hopkinsville got a visit from Austin Peay State University President Dr. Michael Licari Tuesday as he discussed the challenges, goals and success of the university. Austin […]
Bridge replacement project to start with lane closures in Logan Co. next week
A project to replace five bridges along the U.S. 79 corridor in Logan and Todd counties will create lane closures beginning next week. According to the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, the […]
Greenville man sentence to 20 years on child pornography charges
A Muhlenberg County man will spend the next 20 years in federal prison for producing, distributing, receiving and possessing child pornography. According to a news release, 31-year-old Corey Allen Stephens […]
Elkton Rotary Auction begins Monday
The 2023 Elkton Rotary Club Scholarship Auction begins Monday and they have a goal of $10,000 to give 10 local students scholarships. Rhonda Werner of Rotary says it will be […]
Whooping cough outbreak reported in Todd County
The Todd County Health Department is reporting a ‘large outbreak’ of Pertussis, more commonly known as whooping cough. Two people have tested positive and health officials say they are aware […]
Christian Fiscal Court hears update on recent pipe line rupture

Christian Fiscal Court quickly worked through a routine agenda Tuesday morning and heard an update on the recent fuel pipeline spill on a property near Buck Fork River Road and […]
Women History Month celebration set for Saturday

March is officially Women’s History Month in Christian County following a proclamation Tuesday morning at the Christian County Courthouse. Judge-Executive Jerry Gilliam and Magistrate Magaline Ferguson read the proclamation for […]