Ascend Elements loses millions in federal grant money, Hopkinsville facility to utilize alternate funding
HOPKINSVILLE, KY (CHRISTIAN COUNTY NOW) – The U.S. Department of Energy has discontinued a $316 million grant which was in part supporting the construction of Ascend Elements in Hopkinsville. With over $200 million of the grant already spent by Ascend, they experience a loss of around $100 million in additional...
APSU’s Fall Native Tree Sale returns to benefit local ecosystems
CLARKSVILLE, TN – Austin Peay State University is teaming up with Replant Clarksville to strengthen the local tree canopy, and community members can help by ordering from the university’s annual Fall Native Tree Sale through Nov. 3. Twenty-six native species are available in 1-gallon ($12) and 3-gallon ($18)...
Clarksville Gears Up for Exciting Half Marathon, 5K and Fun Run Events on November...
Get ready, runners and fitness enthusiasts! The Clarksville community is once again gearing up for the return of its Half Marathon, 5K, and 1-Mile Race on November 1. The event, which is in its second year, has received robust sponsorship from local businesses, including Hankook Tire Manufacturing Tennessee....
Customs House Museum & Cultural Center welcomes new additions to marketing team
CLARKSVILLE, TN – The Customs House Museum & Cultural Center welcomes two new members to its Marketing Department: Demetrius Hnarakis as Marketing Associate and D.C. Thomas as Marketing & Publications Designer. Frank Lott, the Executive Director of the Customs House Museum & Cultural Center, said, “We are very proud...
Family shares memories following death of Cheatham County’s last World War II veteran
The last living World War II veteran in Cheatham County passed away earlier this week at the age of 101.
News in Christian County: Holiday Burgers reno, downtown murals, soldiers returning, Crofton Barbershop and...
HOPKINSVILLE, KY – Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Christian County Now this week. Holiday Burgers debuts new look, keeps 1960s charm loyal customers love: Charlie Powell marks a decade of ownership at Holiday Burgers with a remodel of the interior. Crofton Barbershop builds...
Montgomery County VSO Director Hector Santos honored for veterans advocacy
CLARKSVILLE, TN – The Tennessee Department of Veterans Services recognized Hector Santos, Montgomery County Veterans Service Director (MCVSO), with both the County Service Officer (CSO) Impact Award for Region 2 and the state’s most prestigious Veterans Service honor, the CSO Advocate of the Year Award for 2025 at...
Fort Campbell responds to alleged bomb threat
FORT CAMPBELL, Ky. (WBKO) - Fort Campbell responded to a possible security threat today. Early this morning, Fort Campbell Emergency Services responded to an alleged bomb threat in a vehicle at Gate 10. Fort Campbell Emergency Services responded promptly and assisted in evacuating fellow soldiers and their family...
Bullet hits child’s bedroom during shooting in Hopkinsville, KY
A bullet went into a child's bedroom during a shooting in Hopkinsville, according to authorities.
Sheriff’s Office Assist US Marshals Arresting Maryland Fugitive
According to an email the Standard received from the Stewart County Sheriff’s Office Media Relations Coordinator, Paulette Redman, Deputies and K-9’s assisted the U.S. Marshals, October 1, in apprehending a fugitive wanted out of Maryland. Redman said 22-year-old Jordan A. Provenza was taken into custody on Sandy...