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Local government news from Hopkinsville, Kentucky.

If past turnout patterns hold in 2022’s midterm election, most demographic groups will be represented as much as they are in presidential elections, with one major exception — people ages 18 to 29.
The deadline to apply online for an absentee ballot is Oct. 25, no later than 11:59 p.m. EST.
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The appointments are for Joseph Sisk, a farmer, and Kelli Pendleton, a Fort Campbell advocate.
In an address to state lawmakers, Minton said the experiences gained during the Great Recession came in handy when the pandemic hit.
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Officials at the historically Black university told lawmakers they’re trying to dig the school out of a financial mess, but leaky roofs, bugs and broken flooring are sending prospective students “running away.”
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The 16 students will learn about city government and opportunities to volunteer in the community.
Despite his penchant for picking fights with party leaders, Paul has been a safe bet for the GOP retaining a Senate seat in Kentucky.
Passage of the abortion question on Kentucky's general election ballot would leave the law up to the General Assembly.
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Some of the Supreme Court's most important upcoming cases focus on the future of affirmative action, equal treatment of LGBTQ people, and the control of election laws.
Opponents argue the measure would radically shift powers from the governor to lawmakers.
Officials closed the bridge Tuesday after cracks on the surrounding stone work were noticed.
Voters can register on the secretary of state’s website, GoVoteKy.com.