Teen ejected, badly injured in Pilot Rock Road crash
A teenager was flown to a Nashville hospital following a single-vehicle crash on Pilot Rock Road Thursday night. Hopkinsville Fire and EMS Payton Rogers tells WHOP News that crews responded […]
CCPS graduation ceremonies to return to the Stadium of Champions

In March, the Christian County Public School System made the decision to host the 2026 graduation ceremonies at each school’s gymnasium. However, after receiving backlash, Superintendent Chris Bentzel announced that […]
Industrial park projects in Christian, Todd Counties to receive state funding

Governor Andy Beshear announced on Thursday that 18 communities across Kentucky, including Christian and Todd Counties, will receive around $12.4 million in state funding to support industrial site development projects. […]
Local League of Women Voters to host forums for candidates seeking political offices

Election season is underway, and many public offices in Hopkinsville and Christian County are up for grabs. To give candidates a chance to share their values and goals, the Hopkinsville […]
Nighttime WHOP’er of an Egg Hunt takes over Tie Breaker Friday night

It’s almost time for a real WHOP’er of an Egg Hunt, as the long-standing Easter tradition takes back over the Tie Breaker Park ball fields Friday evening. Just about 20,000 […]
Nortonville man charged in Madisonville pursuit
A Nortonville man is facing numerous charges following a pursuit in Madisonville on Wednesday. According to the Madisonville Police Department, an officer was patrolling down South Main Street at about […]
Liberty Tree planting set to celebrate America’s birthday

It’s a special year for the United States of America, as the country looks to celebrate its 250th birthday, and Christian County is getting the celebration started early on April […]
Todd County Middle School hosts ribbon cutting for new STEM Center

To make STEM education more accessible to young learners, Todd County Middle School educators partnered with the Tennessee Valley Authority to open the school’s new Cal Ripken, Sr. STEM Center. […]
WKU, Murray State earn top 10 Military Friendly honorsÂ

By News Reporter Gabby Cedano Two Kentucky universities are being recognized nationally for their commitment to serving military-connected students. Western Kentucky University and Murray State University have both earned Top […]
Murder charge dismissed in suspected elder abuse case

The woman who was charged with murder in the death of an elderly woman had her charges dismissed Wednesday, following findings from the Medical Examiner’s Office. Patricia Bader-Sanders appeared in […]