Substantial progress made in train derailment clean-up, roadway could reopen Monday
As we head into a new week and a new year, clean-up continues following a train derailment in Todd County near the town of Trenton. The derailment of 31 train railcars happened in the morning hours on December 30, completely shutting down Highway 41 between Pembroke in Christian County and Trenton in Todd County. No...
Community mourns death of Dawson Springs student
A community is in mourning after a young man was shot and killed in a hunting accident over the weekend. According to the Dawson Springs Independent School System, Dawson Springs junior Aden McKinney passed away early Saturday morning from injuries sustained in an accidental shooting while hunting in Christian County.
Missouri–Tennessee–Arkansas Weather Alert: Near-Normal Precipitation With Rain and Snow Chances Jan 9–13
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Memphis, Tennessee – A seasonable winter pattern is expected to bring near-normal precipitation across Missouri, Tennessee, and Arkansas heading into mid-January, with above-normal temperatures supporting...
17-year-old dies after being shot in the head while hunting
KENTUCKY (LOOTPRESS) – A 17-year-old boy died after being shot in the head during a hunting accident in Crofton, Kentucky, on Friday afternoon, according to WKDZ Radio. Christian County Sheriff’s deputies told WKDZ that a preliminary investigation indicates the teen was hunting near Grapevine Road when a gun...
1/2/26: Overcast Evening, Temp Near 40, Winds at 7 mph
At 10:00 PM in Dickson County, the weather is characterized by overcast skies with a temperature of 39.6°F and a wind speed of 6.9 mph. There is currently no precipitation. Earlier today, temperatures reached a high of 55°F and dropped to a low of 38.1°F. Winds peaked at 8.1 mph, accompanied by a moderate drizzle....
News in Christian County: Train derailment, missing teens update, Camo Caravan reopens, Pembroke firefighter...
HOPKINSVILLE, KY – Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Christian County Now this week. Train derailment results in extended road closures in Christian, Todd County | VIDEO: Find the latest on road closures, a breakdown of what happened, and what officials are saying about the train derailment in Trenton...
Cheatham area Middle Schools compete in MCAC Championships
All three Cheatham County middle schools sent their top wrestlers to compete in the 2025 Mid-Cumberland Athletic Conference (MCAC) Middle School Wrestling Championships. Harpeth High School served as host for the Dec. 21 showdown, which features schools from the Mid-Cumberland area and showcases top young wrestlers...
Little River Audubon Society gears up for annual bird count
Members of the Little River Audubon Society are preparing to travel around Christian County for Sunday’s annual bird count. Irene Grace is a member of the local Audubon Society, and she says on Sunday, members will be divided into groups and will be responsible for counting and identifying birds within a seven-mile...
1 injured, 1 taken into custody after Robertson County crash
Authorities issued a reminder about the risks of impaired driving following a crash in Robertson County Saturday.
Caldwell Tips Off 2026 with Win Over Fort Campbell
Caldwell County and Fort Campbell hit the court for the first time in 2026 Friday afternoon in Princeton. The Tigers blew open a competitive game in the fourth quarter to deal the Falcons a 72-55 setback. Fort Campbell (4-8) led early in the game before Caldwell (6-5) got to halftime...

















