[Hopkinsville, KY] – Communities in the Pennyrile region have been awarded significant grant funding through two highly competitive federal programs aimed at enhancing outdoor recreation and public parks. The Recreational Trails Program (RTP) and the Land & Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) provide critical support for trail development, park improvements, and outdoor facility upgrades, benefiting bo...  Read More

This February, Pennyrile Area Development District is launching the Spread the Love Campaign, an initiative leading up to Valentine’s Day aimed at spreading kindness, generosity, and support throughout our region. As part of this effort, we are hosting a Pet Food Drive to collect donations for homebound seniors who rely on their pets for companionship.The campaign encourages community members to p...  Read More

Guess what time it is??  It’s time for enjoyment, fun and the gift giving season!!  The Forgotten Angels Project is kicking off its 18th year.  We serve residents that live in “Personal Care Homes”.  They are usually younger and sometimes suffer with severe mental illness rather than physical limitations.  We focus on this group of residents because they seem to be most forgotten by friends, famil...  Read More

PRESS RELEASEFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENovember 12, 2024CONTACTMelissa [email protected](270) 886-9484HOPKINSVILLE, KY, November 12, 2024 – The Pennyrile Area Development District (PeADD) is proud to announce that all nine Pennyrile Senior Centers are now Certified Veteran Friendly Senior Centers, following the successful completion of specialized training. This certification reflects th...  Read More

HOPKINSVILLE, KY, October 29, 2024 – Pennyrile Area Development District (PeADD) is delighted to announce an investment in the Pennyrile region of more than $2.4 million from the Delta Regional Authority’s (DRA) Community Infrastructure Fund (CIF). CIF provides direct investment into community-based projects that address flood control, basic public infrastructure, and transportation infrastructure...  Read More

HOPKINSVILLE, KY, October 23, 2024 – Pennyrile Area Development District (PeADD) is pleased to announce that the Delta Regional Authority (DRA), in collaboration with the Commonwealth of Kentucky, has recently invested over $1 million toward three projects in the Pennyrile region through its States’ Economic Development Assistance Program (SEDAP).This coordinated effort focuses on enhancing basic ...  Read More

The Lyon County Comprehensive Planning Committee is working in conjunction with the Planning Commission, the cities of Kuttawa, Eddyville, and Lyon County to update the Comprehensive Plan. The Comprehensive Plan will give an overview of the community, outline future goals and objectives for development, and include an implementation plan for the goals and objectives. The Comprehensive Plan will an...  Read More

Get ready, Pennyrile region!  Medicare Open Enrollment Events are happening now in a Senior Center near you.  Here’s the lineup:Caldwell County: October 15Christian County: October 22Crittenden County: October 25Hopkins County: October 17Livingston County: October 29Lyon County: October 15Muhlenberg County: October 14Todd County: October 21Trigg County: October 16Mark your calendars and take advan...  Read More

PRESS RELEASESeptember 25, 2024CONTACTMelissa Thompson(270) [email protected] AREA DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT ONE OF FIVE VETERAN DIRECTED CARE PROGRAM SUPER-HUBS IN THE NATIONHOPKINSVILLE, KY, September 25, 2024 – Pennyrile Area Development District (PeADD) has been designated as a Super-Hub for the Veteran Directed Care Program at the national level.The Veteran Directed Care (V...  Read More

PRESS RELEASEFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 17, 2024CONTACTMelissa Thompson (270) [email protected] Care Residents Honored During Residents’ Rights Month, October 2024HOPKINSVILLE, KY – October is Residents’ Rights Month, a time designated by Consumer Voice to honor individuals living in long-term care facilities and those receiving care in their homes or communities. This ...  Read More

October is Residents’ Rights Month, a time designated by Consumer Voice to honor individuals living in long-term care facilities and those receiving care in their homes or communities. This annual event shines a spotlight on the dignity and rights of every person receiving long-term services and support.Residents have the fundamental right to self-determination and to use their voices in making th...  Read More

HOPKINSVILLE, KY – The Princeton Water & Wastewater Commission received $130,000 to update the facilities plan for a wastewater treatment plant, addressing efficiency and biological hazards.  The funding, secured with assistance from Pennyrile Area Development District (PeADD) staff, comes from The Delta Regional Authority (DRA) Strategic Planning Program, which aims to support communities by prom...  Read More