Category Archives: News

The Kentucky Sports Factory has made a huge economic impact on Madisonville and Hopkins County
The city and county are celebrating the successful opening of the first large event at the Kentucky Sports Factory. Volleyball players from 5 states packed out the place this past weekend in what is e...
Eryn Barnes Feb 04, 2025

As Heard in the Madisonville News for Monday, February 3
The Madisonville Fire Department is out with a report on a collision between a motor vehicle and a motorcycle. It occurred during the noon hour on Wednesday last week at Wendys in East Center Street. ...
Eryn Barnes Feb 03, 2025

Madisonville Community College Awarded Grant for Healthcare Summer Bridge Program
Madisonville Community College has been awarded a $14,350 grant by the Council on Postsecondary Education (CPE) to support the development of a summer healthcare bridge program. This initiative will p...
Eryn Barnes Jan 31, 2025

Madisonville Community College Workforce Solutions Announces New Community Education Classes/
MCC Workforce Solutions is excited to announce its latest lineup of Community Education classes. These classes are now open for registration and offer engaging, hands-on learning experiences for commu...
Eryn Barnes Jan 31, 2025
Photo: (left) Olivia Deahl, (right) Molly Deahl participating in a MCC Workforce Solutions community education class in the fall

As Heard in the Madisonville News for Friday, January 31
In Hopkins County, the school superintendent is out with a statement regarding the dropping of the district's campaign to pursue a nickel tax to address the aging infrastructure. Amy Smith says the di...
Eryn Barnes Jan 31, 2025

As Heard in the Madisonville News for Thursday, January 30
Everyone is hoping that a meeting at the Hopkins County Career and Tech Center this morning will be productive. The Community Leadership Conversations Meeting begins at 11:30. Discussions will cover d...
Eryn Barnes Jan 30, 2025

As Heard in the Madisonville News for Tuesday, January 28
The puppies found last week at City Park are doing well. They were rescued by the fire department and are being cared for by the Tender Care Veterinary Clinic. Meanwhile, officials are still trying to...
Eryn Barnes Jan 28, 2025

The Great Restaurant Race 2025
Hungry? On your mark, get set, go! Hopkins County Tourist and Convention Commission is excited to bring back the "Great Restaurant Race!" This annual event celebrates restaurants by encouraging locals...
Eryn Barnes Jan 27, 2025

As Heard in the Madisonville News for Monday, January 27
The state police are reporting the discovery of a missing man. 34-year-old Francisco Ramirez was last seen in Providence on January 22nd. Ramirez' body was found Saturday in Webster County near Onton....
Eryn Barnes Jan 27, 2025

Tune In to "Law Talk" with Tom Springer: Your Weekly Legal Guide
Every Friday at 10 AM, the airwaves come alive with insightful legal discussions on Law Talk, hosted by seasoned attorney Tom Springer. With over 20 years of experience, Tom brings a wealth of knowled...
Eryn Barnes Jan 24, 2025