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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.

Anyone who goes for a flu shot on Oct. 14 will also have the option of being tested for COVID-19.

Deviating from his typical practice, Gov. Andy Beshear provided an update Sunday after the state "shattered" the previous weekly record, which was just set last week.

The latest numbers continue a trend of escalation that began almost four weeks ago, shortly after the Labor Day weekend.

Twenty-four of the 25 people who've died locally from COVID-19 have had underlying health conditions. Hoptown Chronicle explores what those conditions have been and why it's important.

Gov. Andy Beshear said the news that President Trump, first lady Melania Trump and some advisers had tested positive for the virus "shows you that anybody can get this."

Residents are still urged to follow other guidelines, including the state mask mandate, and to not break quarantine orders.

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.

Other events include a spooky stroll through a local cemetery and movie night at the museum.

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.

Citing reports of fewer masks being worn in supermarkets, putting critical front-line workers at risk, the governor asked retailers to not serve people who don't wear masks in their businesses.