The Hopkins County Government Center, Public Works, Sanitation department and convenience centers will be closed Wednesday, December 24, Thursday, December 25 and Friday, December 26 in observance of the Christmas holiday.

The Government Center, Public Works, Sanitation department and convenience centers will be closed Thursday, January 1 and Friday, January 2 in observance of the New Year.

For more information, call (270) 821-8294.

Regarding the new Residence Stickers being handed out at Hopkins County Convenience Centers: The stickers are good for ALL Convenience Center locations within Hopkins County, not just the one where it was issued. Thank you!

Hopkins County Public Works is currently seeking individuals for full-time and seasonal employment in the Road Department.  Applicants are required to be at least 18 years of age, and possess a valid driver’s license.  A CDL license is preferred, but not required for fulltime positions.

If interested please apply at 2290 Laffoon Trail, Madisonville KY. You may contact 270-326-6160 for any additional information.

Thank You,

Hopkins County Road Dept.

On March 5, 2024, the Hopkins County Fiscal Court issued a longevity certificate to Jeremy Kolodey for serving 5 years at Public Works. We thank Jeremy for his service.

On March 5, 2024, the Hopkins County Fiscal Court issued a longevity certificate to David Frisby for serving 15 years at Public Works. We thank David for his service and wish him a great retirement!

1. On March 5, 2024, the Hopkins County Fiscal Court issued longevity certificates to Amber Eagles and Ronald Edwards. Amber has served 10 years, while Ronald has served 5, at the Hopkins County Jail. We appreciate their service.

From left, Judge Executive Jack Whitfield congratulates Public Works Crew Leader Jesse Breedlove June 28 for receiving the title of Kentucky Colonel by Governor Andy Beshear. Breedlove was recognized for his selfless and invaluable work in Barnsley and Dawson Springs after the December 10, 2021 tornado.  The commission of Kentucky Colonel is the highest title of honor bestowed by the Governor of Kentucky.

From left, Magistrate Charlie Beshears, Josh Gunn and Sheriff Matt Sanderson celebrate Gunn’s fifth year of employment at the Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office. Gunn was recognized June 7, 2022 at the regular fiscal court meeting.