Jennifer P. Brown

Jennifer P. Brown is co-founder, publisher and editor of Hoptown Chronicle. You can reach her at editor@hoptownchronicle.org. Brown was a reporter and editor at the Kentucky New Era, where she worked for 30 years. She is a co-chair of the national advisory board to the Institute for Rural Journalism and Community Issues, governing board past president for the Kentucky Historical Society, and co-founder of the Kentucky Open Government Coalition. She serves on the Hopkinsville History Foundation’s board.

The order comes from Kentucky’s public health commissioner and the acting secretary of Cabinet for Health and Family Services.
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The South Kentuckian newspaper reported on Anthony's speech and stated local men "don't want the woman dabbling in politics ..."
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The patient, a 61-year-old woman, is self-quarantined at her home. She is the first person in Christian County diagnosed with the respiratory disease.
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The online training begins at 3 p.m.
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Martin stressed the need for growth to address the city's financial challenges.
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The temporary closures were ordered to help reduce the spread of COVID-19, the respiratory disease caused by the coronavirus.
By Jennifer P. Brown
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Major grocery chains such as Kroger and Walmart are reducing store hours for cleaning and restocking.
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The Mixer, a new restaurant downtown, had to lay off most of its 26 employees. They will be eligible for unemployment benefits.
By Jennifer P. Brown
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Business with the city can be conducted at the tax office's drive-thru window or by calling city hall at 270-887-4000.
By Jennifer P. Brown
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The governor said he may have to order large bars and restaurants to close.
By Jennifer P. Brown
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The likelihood of a disruption in business has spurred some creative approaches from local shop owners, including art-to-go packages and special accommodations for coffee service.
By Jennifer P. Brown
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