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.

‘Hang in there,’ is a good approach in most pursuits

Two professional dancers led a master class at the Alhambra Theatre that included advice transcending dance.

By Jennifer P. Brown

Hopkinsville’s 50th Unity Breakfast recognizes good works and volunteers in community

Francene Gilmer received the Hal and Bettye Thurmond Award from the Human Rights Commission of Hopkinsville-Christian County.

By Jennifer P. Brown

Railroad services firm submits high bid for Hopkinsville’s L&N Train Depot

The bid from Kentucky-based Railmark Holdings Inc. includes a pledge to establish a train-centric travel agency in the downtown building.

By Jennifer P. Brown

A Southern concoction arrives right ahead of schedule for the holidays

Boiled custard is a rich and creamy drink whose devotees, often residents of Kentucky and Tennessee, prefer it to egg nog.

By Jennifer P. Brown

The Book & Bottle Shop to open Nov. 12 in downtown Hopkinsville

Owner Rachel Sanders says the shop will be a gathering place to read, work and meet up with friends for food and drinks.

By Jennifer P. Brown

Hopkinsville League of Women Voters set debate schedule for local contested races

Debates are slated Oct. 14, 21 and 24 at the Hopkinsville Municipal Center for candidates running for city council, school board and District 9 state representative.

By Jennifer P. Brown

‘Save Jennie Stuart’ group outlines opposition to Jennie Stuart-Deaconess deal

Jennie Stuart and Deaconess officials slate meetings with mayor, judge-executive and 'Save Jennie Stuart' representatives

By Jennifer P. Brown

Staying grounded with in-person community gatherings

North Carolinians have leaned on old fashioned town meetings for communications after Hurricane Helene — a lesson that could apply even in normal times for maintaining healthy communities.

By Jennifer P. Brown

‘Save Jennie Stuart’ pushes to maintain local control of Hopkinsville hospital

The group filed articles of incorporation after Jennie Stuart announced a letter of intent to join Evansville, Indiana-based Deaconess.

By Jennifer P. Brown

City set to sell Hopkinsville’s L&N Train Depot as surplus property

Sealed bids for the depot, which city officials estimated would cost at least $2 million to restore, will be accepted until 10 a.m. on Oct. 23.

By Jennifer P. Brown

Episcopal bishop to commemorate the Rev. A.H. McNeil’s life in Hopkinsville

The public is invited to hear about the early Black clergyman's work at the Chapel of the Good Shepherd.

By Jennifer P. Brown

Hopkinsville company’s drone pilots are locating people stranded by Hurricane Helene

Drones equipped with thermal imaging are used to locate people in remote areas around Asheville.

By Jennifer P. Brown