Local Government

Livestream videos of the debates will be available on the city of Hopkinsville and local league Facebook pages.

Oct. 5 is the deadline to register as a voter and be eligible to cast a ballot in the general election.

Early, in-person voting will begin Oct. 13 at the courthouse and the sheriff's department.

Kayla Bebout called on residents to discontinue social gatherings, sporting events and extracurricular activities. A spokesman for the school system said the district would not follow that advice.

Members of AKA and League of Women Voters are leading the effort.

The reduced workforce affects the deeds and vehicle transfer offices.

Christian County Clerk Mike Kem will give an overview of election plans during the League of Women Voters meeting. A livestream video will be available on the league's Facebook page.

Volunteers will be on hand from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday at the Ruff Park Pavilion to help register voters.

Those planning to register with the league's assistance should have their Social Security number.

Following a staffing shift to address COVID-19 demands, some traditional Christian County Health Department programming originally put on hold is now resuming in an online format.

Lynch said the veto is something that “should never be done loosely,” but he cited overwhelming reaction in the community to changing the city’s system of elections — especially during the coronavirus pandemic.

Everyone entering city hall will be required to wear a face mask and to have a temperature check.