​The Pennyrile Region is better prepared for disasters with the recent approval of their local hazard mitigation plan, which is a long-term strategy to reduce the community’s vulnerability to natural disasters.The plan identifies hazards and potential hazards in the Pennyrile Region, and it creates a framework to help community officials make decisions that may ultimately protect lives and propert...  Read More

The Small Business Tool Kit will be held on Wednesday and Thursday, August 17-18, 2016, in Caldwell, Christian, Lyon, Todd, and Trigg Counties. There is no cost to attend these one-hour presentations. Those who should attend include bankers, investors, CPA’s, accountants, small business owners and anyone who works with small business owners to help them become successful. Attendees will learn abou...  Read More

​All of us at ACL are celebrating a historic milestone for Americans with disabilities and older Americans: the 26th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The ADA made clear that people with disabilities of all ages should experience equal opportunity, independent living, economic self-sufficiency, and full participation in all aspects of society. From curb cuts and accessible...  Read More

​Attorney General, Andy Beshear spoke to a group of citizens today in Madisonville regarding scams and consumer protection.   Information was provided regarding how to report a scam, and how to sign up for Kentucky's "No Call" list.   To learn more about how to protect your family from scammers, contact the Office of the Attorney General at 888-432-9257.   You may also contact the Pennyrile Area A...  Read More

​FRANKFORT, Ky. (July 19, 2016) – Brewco Marketing Group, a Central City based experiential marketing agency, will grow its footprint in Muhlenberg County with 18 new jobs and a $600,000 investment, Gov. Matt Bevin announced today.“Brewco has become a permanent fixture at NASCAR and other major events in recent years, and it’s encouraging to see the company expanding its operations in the Commonwe...  Read More

​“The Older Americans Act clearly affirms our nation’s sense of responsibility toward the well-being of all of our older citizens. But even more, the results of this act will help us to expand our opportunities for enriching the lives of all of our citizens in this country, now and in the years to come.” President Lyndon B. Johnson spoke these words 51 years ago today as he signed the Older Ameri...  Read More

​PADD held their monthly Board of Directors meeting on Monday, June 11, 2016. Members of the PADD Management Team presented information about programs and services. The FY 2017 proposed budget was presented and approved by the full Board. Two changes were recommeded by the Executive Commitee to the PADD Bylaws and were approved by the Board of Directors. Several Federal and State reports were prov...  Read More

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​The Pennyrile Area Development District Board of Directors elected four of their members to serve as officers for the next two fiscal years at the July 11, 2016 Board of Directors meeting held in Hopkinsville, KY. The new officers are: Board Chair – Ms. Lori Harper of Christian County; Vice Chair - Judge Executive Donnie Carroll of Hopkins County; Secretary – Mayor Scott Marshall, City of Guthri...  Read More

At a press conference Thursday, June 30, in Henderson, KY, Kentucky Governor Matt Bevin and Indiana Governor Mike Pence announced and signed a Memorandum of Understanding to move forward with plans to extend the Interstate 69 bridge from Evansville to Henderson. Kentucky and Indiana have set aside a combined $17 million for development costs to include an environmental and design study....  Read More

​Kentucky Department of Parks Commissioner, Donnie Holland, and Kentucky Tourism, Arts and Heritage Cabinet Secretary, Don Parkinson, announced a $3.7 million investment in the four State Parks located in western Kentucky on June 29 at the Lake Barkley State Park in Cadiz.  Through dollars allocated in the state budget, the investment will serve to make much needed improvements such as structural ...  Read More

​On June 15, 2016, the Pennyrile Elder Abuse Council celebrated World Elder Abuse Awareness Day! The Pennyrile Elder Abuse Council hosted an event at the Fire Station Number 1 in downtown Hopkinsville. Mayor Carter Hendricks attended the event along with many others. The Pennyrile Elder Abuse Council provided a cookout and entertainment.  The event was held to bring awareness to the community abo...  Read More