Hopkins County is planning a special 9-11 Commemoration at the historic courthouse.
That was Teri Whitfield. Those attending are asked to bring lawn chairs.
The Madisonville police are reporting the arrest of a reckless driver who disregarded a stop sign. Alexis Santamaria was stopped on North Kentucky. When it was found that he had no driver’s license, he was arrested.
In Hopkins County, the sheriff’s office is hoping the public can help them identify individuals involved in the theft of telecommunications wire and equipment. In recent days, there have been several reports of stolen telephone wiring and thefts from cell-tower sites. AT& T needs information leading to the arrest and conviction of individuals responsible for damaging, destroying, or stealing critical-infrastructure equipment. The award will be worth up to $10,000 dollars. AT&T says the number is 800-807-4205.
The Hopkins County Board of Education is out with the required public notice regarding the proposed 2027 General Fund tax levy. The notice outlines the proposed tax rates, projected revenue, and how the additional revenue is expected to support instructional services. You can read more by visiting the Hopkins County Schools Facebook page and clicking on the tax levy link.
In Madisonville, the police are holding a suspect for being in possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material. 33-year-old Kody Matheny of Nortonville is now in the county jail, charged with possession of matter portraying sexual performance by a minor. The investigation was initiated by the detective overseeing Internet Crimes Against Children.
The state senator representing Hopkins County is disturbed that China has installed more solar panels and wind turbines than any nation on earth. Robby Mills says it’s ironic that the world’s largest builder of wind and solar still runs on 86 percent fossil fuel. In fact, he says China’s dependence on fossil fuels has gone up, not down. Mills says our country possesses the ability to burn coal much more efficiently and cleaner than China and the rest of the world.
Central City has a new fire chief. Phillip Groves was has been with the fire service and served the community for 22 years.
For the first time in 33 Years, the state police have water rescue capabilities. They have unveiled a new patrol boat designed for critical incident first responders. The state had been relying on watercraft provided by local partner agencies. The KSP says they now can respond to emergencies on land, in the air, and on the water.
In Frankfort, the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control is planning its second auction of confiscated bourbons. Proceeds will benefit alcohol responsibility programs. To read more, visit this address: abc.ky.gov.
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