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

The governor called on local health departments to fine bars and restaurants if they are not following the 50% capacity rules, instead of merely educating them about the rules and the reasons for them. He also noted that the state Labor Cabinet and Alcoholic Beverage Control agents could help enforce the rules. 

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.

Wallace doesn't plan to fact-check during the debate, but other news outlets have plans for live fact-checking online.

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.