CSX will temporarily close Seventh Street rail crossing

The crossing will be closed to vehicle traffic while the gate system is upgraded.

The railroad crossing on East Seventh Street will be closed to vehicle traffic March 5 through 12 while CSX upgrades the gate system, officials with Hopkinsville Public Works announced. 

Motorists are encouraged to find alternate routes through downtown during the closure. 

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