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.

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
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Sunday alcohol sales in Hopkinsville will be legal beginning the weekend before Memorial Day.
By Jennifer P. Brown
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The outcome of the race between Republicans Mark Graham and Doug Wilcox is unknown because ballots were issued to 109 voters not eligible to vote in the race.
By Jennifer P. Brown
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The artwork celebrates the role agriculture plays in our community.
By Jennifer P. Brown
christian county historical soceity agriculture mural downtown
The guest speaker will be Col. Peter Gilbert, commander of the 101st Airborne Division Sustainment Brigade at Fort Campbell.
By Jennifer P. Brown
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The program is open to residents and business owners in Christian County.
By Jennifer P. Brown
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The ordinance will take effect following publication of a legal notice, which is expected by the end of the month.
By Jennifer P. Brown
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The Carnegie Center maintains the Kentucky Writers Hall of Fame, whose inductees include Hopkinsville native bell hooks and Ted Poston.
By Jennifer P. Brown
The Carnegie Center for Literacy and Learning in downtown Lexington. (Carnegie Center photo)
Humphries will face Walter Cummings, the county treasurer, in the November general election.
By Jennifer P. Brown
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In November, Gilliam will face the incumbent Democrat, Steve Tribble, who is seeking an eighth term in office.
By Jennifer P. Brown
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West, an educator who serves on city council, and Knight, a small business owner, won the Democratic and Republican primaries, respectively.
By Jennifer P. Brown
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