City officials to hold Hoptown Helps informational session on May 13

A question and answer session will begin at 4:30 p.m. at the Hopkinsville Municipal Center.
Before emancipation, a free man of color set the course for his family in Christian County

Elisha Wiggins, born about 1790 in North Carolina, was likely emancipated in 1833 in Trigg County — and several years later began buying land in Christian County.
Worsening allergies aren’t your imagination − windy days create the perfect pollen storm

What could make this pollen boost even worse?
Psychology behind why your mom may be the mother of all heroes

From providing physical nourishment and safety, love and affection, all the way up to supporting emotional and spiritual growth, mothers provide a full range of human needs.
U.S. appeals court upholds death sentence for Kentucky man convicted of 1985 murder

Kentucky has had no executions since 2008. Attorney General Russell Coleman wants that to change.
Climate change intensified April flooding in Kentucky, according to scientific modeling

As temperatures rise so will likelihood of extreme rainfall, a recent report predicts.
City of Hopkinsville designates Raymond P. Gamble Way

The honorary street name recognizes the late funeral home director and community leader.
23andMe users’ genetic data is at risk, state AGs warn

State and federal laws may not protect consumers’ DNA information. Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman, a Republican, issued a consumer alert anout the issue on April 9.
REAL ID deadline is here but travelers who missed it may still be able to fly

In addition to the REAL ID implementation, a state law went into effect this year requiring drivers to pass a vision test when renewing their licenses.
Leadership Christian County accepting applications

Twenty class members will be selected. The deadline to apply is May 20.
TVA considering keeping coal plants beyond 2035, CEO says

TVA originally announced its 2035 coal-fired plant retirement goals during the first year of former President Joe Biden’s term.
‘We call it betrayal’: Veterans join Dems in D.C. to protest Trump’s sweeping VA job cuts

The Trump administration’s planned cuts for the Department of Veterans Affairs includes slashing some 80,000 jobs.