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Local news from Hopkinsville, Kentucky.

As of Tuesday, the total number of COVID-19 cases statewide was 8,951 with 387 new cases reported over the Memorial Day holiday.
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"On this Memorial Day, take strength and determination and renewed commitment from their example, and keep fighting to save all our loved ones from the pandemic that threatens us all." — Kentucky Veterans Affairs Commissioner Keith Jackson
Three new cases Saturday pushed the week's total to 13.
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The state had 141 newly confirmed cases and five deaths Friday, the governor announced.
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The museum is closed because of coronavirus restrictions, but the staff has prepared packets that camp participants will pick up each week to complement the virtual portion of the camp and optional field trips.
Every person who bought a Date Night To-Go package, placed an online order or knocked on the taproom door for carry-out has had a hand in keeping the business afloat, the brewery's founder says.
The summer reading program has new online tools to track progress. It runs May 26 through July 11 for readers of all ages.
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The camp for children ages 7 to 12 will focus on recycling. The instructor is Christian County High School art teacher Paula GIeske.
Pennyroyal Arts Council slates summer camp for children and limits number of participants to ensure social distancing
The total includes 13 people who had an active case of the coronavirus as of Wednesday.
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The governor also stressed the importance of wearing masks as the state reopens its economy, and encouraged Kentuckians to share social-media posts about why they wear masks and to talk to others about it.