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.

Fannie Louise Maddux chosen Woman of the Year

Maddux, a Christian County native, was the first woman to serve on Hopkinsville City Council and later became the first woman to chair the Christian County Board of Education.

By Jennifer P. Brown

The importance of showing up for your community.

Imelda Gorman, who died on Saturday, March 15, left us all with an important lesson, writes Hoptown Chronicle editor Jennifer P. Brown.

By Jennifer P. Brown

Locals perform short play about Hopkinsville clairvoyant Edgar Cayce

Andrew Troche played Cayce in “To Sleep Per Chance” and Grace Abernethy had two roles — as Cayce’s assistant, Gladys Turner, and his wife, Gertrude Evans Cayce.

By Jennifer P. Brown

Salute to Agriculture award winners share spotlight with national issues

U.S. Rep. James Comer, the keynote speaker, downplayed the potential harm of President Trump's tariffs and of cuts to federal programs and to a huge reduction in the number of government employees.

By Jennifer P. Brown

Historical marker, mural honor Kappa Alpha Psi co-founder Elder Watson Diggs

The establishment of the fraternity was a major step for Black men at the Indiana University, where segregation rules prevented them from participating in many of the school’s organizations.

By Jennifer P. Brown

Hopkinsville residents voice support for arts, history and youth programs during budget forum

Mayor James R. Knight Jr. said he wanted to hear from residents before presenting a budget to city council.

By Jennifer P. Brown

Edgar Cayce seminar slated March 21-23 in downtown Hopkinsville

The Museums of Historic Hopkinsville-Christian County, Visit Hopkinsville and Milkweed Health and Harmony Emporium sponsor Cayce Days.

By Jennifer P. Brown

Jennie Stuart and Deaconess reach ‘definitive agreement’

The transaction, making Jennie Stuart a subsidiary of Deaconess, will close by Aug. 1.

By Jennifer P. Brown

Jennie Stuart lawsuit over Deaconess acquisition is settled

The settlement means Jennie Stuart's board can finalize the local hospital's acquisition by Deaconess. An earlier settlement agreement delayed any action on the proposal until the end of March.

By Jennifer P. Brown

Let’s help one of Hopkinsville’s stalwart volunteers

Hoptown Chronicle readers will have an opportunity to help prepare and serve one of the Thursday meals at the dinner church that Donna Williams established in 2019.

By Jennifer P. Brown

Ascend Elements cancels a portion of planned production line at Hopkinsville plant

Ascend and the U.S. Department of Energy have mutually agreed to cancel a $164 million federal grant for part of the manufacturing infrastructure at the company’s Apex 1 facility, the company announced.

By Jennifer P. Brown

United Way of Pennyrile raises $704,291; volunteers and donors recognized

The city of Hopkinsville contributed $72,631 to the campaign and received the overall award for People Helping People.

By Jennifer P. Brown