Local Government

The courthouse could reopen Monday, depending on the extent of repairs needed to make the main floor safe for the public.

The meeting on March 31 will outline how residents can apply to acquire vacant lots next to their property.

Any nonprofit organization that plans to apply for one of the city grants must attend an informational meeting on either March 23 or 30.

Residents can share their priorities with the mayor at a city hall meeting on March 16.

Christian County residents and business owners at least 18 years old may apply until the March 13 deadline.

City officials are looking at several options, including expensive repairs, closing the facility for good, or converting it to a new use

The Human Rights Commission will host the forum Jan. 8 at Grace Episcopal Church.

The master plan that architects presented to county magistrates is the first step in a multimillion-dollar project that could take several years to develop.

The closure is planned from 8 a.m. to noon, city officials said.

Mayor James R. Knight Jr.'s decision surprised council members who heard him caution against a tax cut two months ago.

East Construction Co. brought the building down in less than two hours Thursday morning.

After a structural engineer said the building was in imminent danger of collapsing, the council approved an emergency declaration that includes a $58,564 demolition contract.