Jennifer P. Brown

ExxonMobile announced Tuesday that it is acquiring the technology and U.S.-based assets of Superior Graphite, including most of the company’s production facility in Hopkinsville, for an undisclosed price.

As of Thursday morning, approximately $235,000 — or roughly one-third of this year’s goal — had been raised. 

Hoptown Chronicle's letter writers have covered many topics, including legislative redistricting, disagreements about school funding, problems with panhandling, how old American flags are properly retired, the health department’s response to the pandemic, the benefits of Hopkinsville’s rail-trail, nonpartisan elections and the occasional “thank you” from a nonprofit to the community. 

Among several offerings, the Pennyroyal Arts Council and Charlotte’s on 6th will host La Rambla, an evening of Spanish-inspired art, wine and music,

The Kentucky Republican, who has about 18 months left in office, differs with many in his party over tariffs and isolationism.

County officials are setting up a two-stage bid process that will be announced soon, said Judge-Executive Jerry Gilliam

The gym was dedicated to benefactor Tommy Wade's parents, the late Tom and Wanda Wade, who were graduates of Hopkinsville High School and longtime downtown merchants.

The sale benefits the Pennyroyal Arts Council.

Genesis Allen, a rising junior at Hopkinsville High School, designed the mural for FabLab at the Boys and Girls Clubs of Hopkinsville-Christian County.

Fifty years after patrons waited in lines to pay for new clothing from downtown merchants, a new group is willing to wait in line for special events at local shops and venues.

Historians believe the Webber Building behind the old courthouse is the oldest surviving structure in the downtown business district.

A book club discussion about Kentucky food and memory became delicious with the addition of homemade cobbler and ice cream.