Local Government

Voters are encouraged to wear a mask and they should bring photo identification.

Local election officials reported more than 15,000 early and absentee ballots combined through Friday. County Clerk Mike Kem expects the final tally to exceed 25,000.

Three local voters who cast absentee ballots explain why they want early voting options to continue in future elections.

If the trend continues, Christian County appears to be on track to set new, high marks for voter turnout in recent history.

Early, in-person voting continues this week at the sheriff's department. Beginning next week, voters can go to the sheriff's department or the senior center.

To help voters keep all the city races and candidates straight, Hoptown Chronicle has compiled a list with basic biographical information about each one running for office.

Christian County Clerk Mike Kem said things were running smoothly at the polling place on the first day.

The funds will be paid on a first-come, first-served basis.

A cleaning crew will go into the courthouse early Tuesday to sanitize the interior.

The League of Women Voters of Hopkinsville hosted a series of debates earlier this week. Hoptown Chronicle is providing readers with archived recordings in an effort to help them make informed decisions as they case their ballots this fall.

Voters have until Oct. 9 to request a mail-in ballot, which they can return by mail or hand-deliver to the courthouse or sheriff's office. Voters also have the ability to check online for the status of their ballot, including whether it has been received at the clerk’s office.

The winner in the November general election will serve the two years remaining on the former mayor's unexpired term.