Julia Hunter

Christian County was one of six counties added to the federal disaster declaration on Thursday.

bell hooks, a Hopkinsville native, was an internationally renowned poet, author, feminist, professor, cultural critic and social activist. She died on Dec. 15, 2021, at the age of 69.

Here are some of the organizations offering help to Christian County residents affected by this weekend's storms — and information on how you can help.

Several homes were heavily damaged or destroyed in Southern Christian County late Friday night and county rescue team members and sheriff’s deputies began searching Pembroke and surrounding areas Saturday morning for anyone who was hurt or trapped in storm wreckage.

As of Saturday evening, the omicron variant had been detected in at least 15 different states. And while it's too early to say if the most recent variant of concern will be as dangerous as delta, preliminary evidence suggests it may spread faster and be more likely to reinfect individuals who previously contracted coronavirus.

Brown, who has served on the board since 2013, was sworn in during the society's annual meeting on Friday.

Christian County Magistrate Mark Wells represents the county's 2nd District, a role he has held for two terms.

Two paintings by two Hopkinsville artists are currently displayed in the inaugural exhibition, which will run until Dec. 31.

It'll be her second run for the 8th District office, which she first sought in 2020.

This year, the Planters Bank Season of Giving campaign will benefit organizations that support children.

Next, a CDC advisory committee and the agency's director will consider the recommendations.

Appointments for COVID-19 vaccines, boosters and third shots for severely immunocompromised individuals are available from 7:45 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays.