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 mentoring program for boys has 68 members who meet twice a month with their mentors.
By Jennifer P. Brown
Some of the youngest members of Men2Be and their mentors pose for a photograph in front of the Christian County Courthouse. (Men2Be Facebook photo)
Judge John Atkins indicated the eventual decision leans toward Wilcox but more time is needed to address questions from Graham's attorney.
By Jennifer P. Brown
Attorney Ben Fletcher (right) sits with his client, Ward 7 city council candidate Mark Graham, during a hearing June 7, 2022, in Christian Circuit Court. (Photo by Jennifer P. Brown)
Regarded as one of Kentucky's most far-right legislators, Maddox is the fourth Republican to enter the 2023 gubernatorial race.
By Jennifer P. Brown
Rep. Savannah Maddox, R-Dry Ridge, presents legislation during a Jan. 22, 2020, committee meeting in Frankfort. (Legislative Research Commission photo)
“The Fall of Kentucky’s Rock," by Muhlenberg County resident George Humphreys, earned a publication award from the Kentucky Historical Society.
By Jennifer P. Brown
The Fall of Kentucky's Rock book cover
It was a great week to be a Kentuckian who loves journalism and history, writes Hoptown Chronicle editor Jennifer P. Brown.
By Jennifer P. Brown
brooke jung taking cell phone photo of alissa keller
Judge John Atkins is presiding in the case involving Republican candidates Mark Graham and Doug Wilcox.
By Jennifer P. Brown
Circuit Judge John Atkins presides in a status hearing on Tuesday, June 1, 2022, at the Christian County Justice Center. (Photo by Jennifer P. Brown)
Renee Shaw, director of public affairs for KET, will host the half-hour program Monday through Friday.
By Jennifer P. Brown
Renee Shaw is director of public affairs for Kentucky Educational Television. (KET screenshot)
The tokens, hidden in six parks, will be good for free donuts in three local shops.
By Jennifer P. Brown
donut doughnut feature
On June 7, the Christian County Long Term Recovery Group will be calling people and businesses impacted by the Dec. 11 and Jan. 1 tornadoes.
By Jennifer P. Brown
Tree roots are exposed in the front lawn of one of Pembroke’s old houses. (Photo by Jennifer P. Brown, Hoptown Chronicle)
The annual event at Jeffers Bend Environmental Center attracted more than 400 people.
By Jennifer P. Brown
Participants in Take Kids Fishing Day line the Jeffers Bend Lake with their poles on Saturday, May 28, 2022. (Jeffers Bend photo)
Daniel Brechwald led the campaign to get city council approval for Sunday sales.
By Jennifer P. Brown
Daniel Brechwald lifts a four-pack and a pint of stout after purchasing the first Sunday alcohol sold at Hopkinsville Brewing Co. on May 29, 2022. Brewery owners Kate Russell and Joey Medeiros celebrated the moment with Brechwald. (Photo by Jennifer P. Brown)
The campaign encourages five habits to promote student health over the school break.
By Jennifer P. Brown
(Canva photo)