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Storm brings a coating of ice, triggers power outages, prompts school closings

by Jennifer P. Brown
January 5, 2025

The storm’s impact locally was moderate compared to areas north of Hopkinsville, where several inches of snow accumulated in other areas of the state.

Winter weather advisory issued with potential for freezing rain impact

by Jennifer P. Brown
January 3, 2025

The NWS advisory states that roads will likely be slick and hazardous for drivers. In addition, ice could cause power outages and tree damage.

Whitney Westerfield, former state senator, going to work for community mental health center

by Sarah Ladd
January 3, 2025

Westerfield, an attorney, will become director of legal and government affairs for LifeSkills, a nonprofit community mental health center based in Bowling Green.

Kentucky mother wants to expand who can have cameras in residential facilities

by Sarah Ladd
January 3, 2025

Opponents fear misuse and privacy violations.

Hopkinsville museum announces temporary closure for minor maintenance, exhibit changes

by Hoptown Chronicle
January 2, 2025

The museum will close to the public on Jan. 6 and reopen on Jan. 20.

New Year brings a winter chill to Hopkinsville area

by Hoptown Chronicle
January 1, 2025

Overnight low temperatures will dip in the 20s for several days, and a wintery mix with sleet is likely Sunday morning.

Kentucky lowers flags to honor Jimmy Carter; KET to air programs about former president

by Kentucky Lantern
December 31, 2024

Gov. Andy Beshear said flags at state offices should stay at half-staff until sunset on Tuesday, Jan. 28.

Kentuckians must pass vision test to renew driver’s licenses starting Jan. 1

by Sylvia Goodman
December 31, 2024

Beginning in the new year, all Kentuckians will have to undergo vision screenings to renew their driver’s licenses thanks to a 2021 state law.

What you need to know about Kentucky’s medical marijuana program

by Joe Sonka
December 31, 2024

Medical cannabis is technically legal for eligible patients in Kentucky on Jan. 1, but it will likely be many months until homegrown marijuana makes its way into stores for purchase.

Former US President Jimmy Carter dies at 100

by Ross Williams
December 29, 2024

President Carter and former first lady Rosalynn Carter were beloved residents of Plains, the small town in southwest Georgia where the couple grew up. Rosalynn Carter died Nov. 19, 2023 at 96.

Some vape products are coming off Kentucky shelves. Here’s what to know.

by Sylvia Goodman
December 29, 2024

Certain vape products will be restricted from Kentucky stores, beginning Jan. 1 under a state law passed earlier this year.

Donate used evergreen trees to send ‘holiday wishes to Kentucky fishes.’ Find out how, where.

by Kentucky Lantern
December 29, 2024

Christmas trees can be donated through Jan. 15 to help improve underwater habitat for fish.