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 packaged to-go meal will be served in a drive-thru operation from 10 a.m. to noon at the Pioneers Memorial Complex, 904 N. Main St.
By Jennifer P. Brown
Pioneers Memorial Complex on North Drive. (Hoptown Chronicle photo by Jennifer P. Brown)
We're looking for folks to submit funny and lighthearted holiday stories, as well as their best family dessert recipes.
By Jennifer P. Brown
polaroid photos surrounded by holiday decorations
For many, the monthly food distribution that Aaron McNeil organizes is a lifeline, especially during the federal government shutdown and disruption of SNAP benefits.
By Jennifer P. Brown
Church members who help at the monthly food distribution load boxes into a pickup truck Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025. (Hoptown Chronicle photo by Jennifer P. Brown)
Aaron McNeil House, the Boys and Girls Club, Salvation Army, Hopkinsville Brewing Co. and others are preparing to feed people affected by the disruption in SNAP benefits.
By Jennifer P. Brown
grocery aisle food
The candidates, both local business owners and Hopkinsville natives, will face off in the May 19 primary.
By Jennifer P. Brown
Russ Guffey announcing his candidacy for Hopkinsville mayor in a video. (Facebook screenshot)
Mayor James R. Knight Jr.'s decision surprised council members who heard him caution against a tax cut two months ago.
By Jennifer P. Brown
Mayor James R. Knight Jr. gives his budget address on Friday, May 3, 2024, in Hopkinsville City Council Chambers. (Hoptown Chronicle photo by Jennifer P. Brown)
Several community groups, led by Focus 21st Century Minority Leadership and Pennyrile Resources Conservation and Development Council, organized the forum.
By Jennifer P. Brown
Lillian Burcham, a senior at University Heights Academy, poses a question during the voter forum Monday, Nov. 3, 2025, at the Pioneers Complex. She asked how voters can be informed about their choices in elections. (Hoptown Chronicle photo by Jennifer P. Brown)
Pastor Donna Williams and her team are preparing hundreds of turkey dinners for Hopkinsville families this Thanksgiving — and they’re asking for a little help to make it happen.
By Jennifer P. Brown
woman hands another a meal
Local middle and high school students heard this message Wednesday at the Alhambra Theatre, where hip-hop artist and motivational speaker Shaun Boothe deliver his "Unauthorized Biography Series" for the Pennyroyal Arts Council.
By Jennifer P. Brown
Professional tennis player Serena Williams is one of the iconic figures featured in “Unauthorized Biographer Series” by hip-hop artist and motivational speaker Shaun Boothe. Her performed the show Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2025, at the Alhambra Theatre for middle and high school students attending the Pennyroyal Arts Council’s smARTS program. (Hoptown Chronicle photo by Jennifer P. Brown)
After a structural engineer said the building was in imminent danger of collapsing, the council approved an emergency declaration that includes a $58,564 demolition contract.
By Jennifer P. Brown
The Blue Streak Printers building on East Ninth Street, cordoned off with caution tape following an inspection that said the structure was in "imminent danger of collapse." (Hoptown Chronicle photo by Jennifer P. Brown)
After a second inspection declared the Blue Streak building unsafe, Hopkinsville City Council will meet Tuesday to decide whether to order its demolition. The report has sparked public outcry and renewed debate over how to balance safety and preservation downtown.
By Jennifer P. Brown
blue streak building with orange cones and caution tape out front
Hopkinsville’s First Presbyterian Church brought a touch of Scotland to Main Street with its Kirkin’ o’ the Tartan service.
By Jennifer P. Brown
tartan plaid socks peaking out from between pants and heeled boots