CCPS Transportation Department Employees Honored With Awards

Two employees with the Christian County Public Schools’ Transportation Department are being recognized after receiving prestigious awards at the state level. At Thursday night’s school board meeting, Director of Transportation Mike Brumley said department employees attended the
FNB Bank To Host Electronic Recycling Event Next Month

A regional bank will be hosting a special event next month to help declutter items that are no longer needed. FNB Bank Market Vice President Kyle Hensley tells the News Edge they are proud to sponsor the
Coaches Say New Playoff System Comes Up Short

The Kentucky High School Athletic Association is introducing a new postseason playoff format for football that goes in effect this season and coaches are not enamored with the changes. Hopkinsville High School Coach Craig Clayton and Christian
Alzheimer’s Association Spreading Awareness On The Disease

As the annual Pennyrile Walk to End Alzheimers is set to occur in late September, the association is urging people to be on the lookout for warning signs of the serious disease. Walk co-chair Cindy Hancock says
Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued Until 8 PM Tuesday

The Storm Prediction Center has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch effective through Tuesday night at 8:00 for Caldwell, Hopkins, Lyon, and Marshall counties in western Kentucky. Paducah National Weather Service Meteorologists report a strong line of thunderstorms
Community Forum To Discuss Foster Care System Thursday

The Kentucky Citizen Foster Care Review Board will host a forum in Christian County Thursday night in which community members can ask questions and voice their concerns on the state’s foster care system. Savannah Young, chair of
CCHD Shares Safety Tips For Hot Weather

As summer continues strong with hot and humid weather, the Christian County Health Department is reminding everyone of some tips to keep you and your family safe during the hot days ahead. Marketing Manager Amanda Bassingthwaite tells
It’s That Time of Year

Photographer – Bill Bush
Hopkinsville Police Look For Runaway Teenager

Police are looking for a 13-year-old that reportedly ran away from home. Hopkinsville Police say Destiny Phillips ran away from her Barrow Street home. She is described as a female, 5 foot 6 inches tall, weighing 120
HCC Again Named Among Best Community Colleges Nationwide

Hopkinsville Community College (HCC) has been ranked among the “Best Community Colleges” for the second year in a row according to WalletHub.com. HCC ranked 18th in this year’s report from the personal-finance website, an improvement over 2018’s