October 19, 2018
Industrial Hemp Processor Coming To Trigg   

Vertical Company announced Thursday they will be processing industrial hemp into CBD products in Trigg County.  The processing facility will be located in the former D & W Finepack building in Cadiz. 
    
   
School District Considering Sports Facility Sponsorships
 
The Christian County Board of Education is considering sponsorships of athletic facilities to help generate revenue.  The idea, which was discussed during Thursday's meeting, could help maintain the Stadium of Champions and other facilities. 
   
 
 
Fatal Wreck Claims Life Of A Cadiz Man  
 
Kentucky State Police say a Cadiz man was pronounced dead at the scene of a crash Monday afternoon.  The wreck occurred on US 68 and Merchant Street in Cadiz.
 
Dawson Man Wins One Million Dollars From Lottery     
    
A Dawson Springs man is a millionaire after matching five numbers in Mega Millions Tuesday night.  Kentucky Lottery spokesman Chip Polston shares the story of Ronnie Parker with the News Edge.

  
Sheriff Warning About Thefts From Vehicles

The Trigg County Sheriff's Department is warning area residents there has been an increase in the number of thefts from vehicles.  Lieutenant Randy Clark says several thefts have occurred since late last week.
 
 

Sheriff, School Board, Coroner Candidate Discuss Issues
  
Christian County Sheriff hopefuls Franklin Pollard, Kahle Morris and Tyler DeArmond discussed training, taxes and future plans during the first Christian County League of Women Voters Forum Monday. 
                     
 
    
 
Christian County District Five School Board candidates Tom Bell and Mark Graham discussed facility needs, training and experience during Monday's forum at the Hopkinsville Municipal Building.   
 
 
   
 
 

 
Christian County Coroner contenders Zach Lamb and Scott Daniels discussed their experience, desire to care for families at a very tough time and the duties of a full-time coroner during Monday's Christian County League of Women Voters Forum. 
 
  
Forums Feature Oak Grove Mayor-Council Candidates

Oak Grove Mayoral candidates discussed future growth, tourism and a number of other topics during a Christian County League of Women Voters forum at the Oak Grove Community Center Thursday. 


 


Meanwhile, Tuesday, Oak Grove City Council candidates shared their views on city growth, future needs and other topics during the forum that was held at the Oak Grove Community Center.  Christian County League of Women Voter forums continue Tuesday, October 23, at the Hopkinsville Municipal Building.
 

Former Cadiz Man Among Florida Residents Hit By Michael         
Former Cadiz City Council member Kyle Cunningham, who recently moved to Port St. Joe, Florida, is among those recovering from Hurricane Michael. Cunningham described the damage and recovery efforts to the News Edge. 


Law Enforcement Mourning Loss Of Guthrie Police Chief     
  
The community is remembering the contributions of Guthrie Police Chief Matthew Humble, who passed away Wednesday night. Chief Humble passed away following a bout with liver cancer. 
     
     
 
Ham Festival Attendance Hurt By Cold Temperatures         
 
Cadiz Public Works Director Kerry Fowler says cold temperatures Saturday resulted in a smaller than normal crowd at the Trigg County Country Ham Festival. 
  
 
   
 
 
Country Ham producers Tyler Thomas and Anna Sink walked away with top honors Saturday at the Trigg County Country Ham Festival Ham Show.  Thomas won the open class, with Sink winning the 4-H Ham Show.