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.

Gov. Andy Beshear announced appointments for Stephanie Bolen and Betty Baker-Wharton.
By Jennifer P. Brown
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As the country approached 1 million COVID-19 deaths, health officials urged people to be aware that the virus is still present.
By Jennifer P. Brown
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Ten-pound bags, for $12, are available to pick up at the Visitor's Center.
By Jennifer P. Brown
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Cameron is one of three state officeholders expected to seek the Republican nomination in 2023.
By Jennifer P. Brown
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Up to 10 barbecue teams will compete for best chicken, ribs and pork.
By Jennifer P. Brown
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The concert will be at the Hopkinsville Community College Auditorium.
By Jennifer P. Brown
The Pennyrile Area Community Band performs its Christmas concert in December 2019 at the Alhambra Theatre. (Band photo)
Taught by financial advisor Eric Coleman and sponsored by Planters Bank, the class will be limited to 20 participants.
By Jennifer P. Brown
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The exhibit includes drawings, paintings and photography by guild members.
By Jennifer P. Brown
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Sometimes it takes a person with a different perspective to instigate change in Hopkinsville.
By Jennifer P. Brown
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The breakfast will be June 7 at Valor Hall in Oak Grove.
By Jennifer P. Brown
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City council will discuss the budget during two Committee of the Whole meetings this month.
By Jennifer P. Brown
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Committee chairman Rich Maddux will present a summary to council members on May 19.
By Jennifer P. Brown
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