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Hoptown Chronicle is an independent, nonprofit news outlet that is dedicated to providing fair, fact-based reporting for people who care about Hopkinsville, Kentucky. We believe that public service journalism serves the community’s social, cultural and economic wellbeing by fostering knowledge, connection and meaning.

Nominations sought for Eighth of August awards

The Human Rights Commission will present awards during an Aug. 2 event to community members "whose service, leadership, faith, and dedication have made a lasting impact on the Hopkinsville-Christian County."
By Hoptown Chronicle
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Hopkinsville heat indices will exceed 100

The highest indices will occur on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, according to the National Weather Service forecast.
By Hoptown Chronicle
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bell hooks Book Club has next gathering on July 20

The group is currently reading “Salvation: Black People and Love.”
By Hoptown Chronicle
Pennyroyal Area Museum

Hopkinsville museum’s birthday celebration moving to Memorial Building

Organizers decided on the venue change because of the forecast for rain.
By Hoptown Chronicle
memorial building exterior

Library support group plans Gatsby Gala event at The Showbox

The Friends of the Hopkinsville-Christian County Public Library is organizing the 1920s themed event on Aug. 28.
By Hoptown Chronicle
The Showbox, a five-screen cinema, is behind Bradford Square off Fort Campbell Boulevard adjacent to Pennyrile Parkway. (Hoptown Chronicle photo by Jennifer P. Brown)

Readers take a seat in three lines

Hoptown Chronicle announces the winning entries, honorable mentions and selected submissions from its 2026 Chair Project haiku contest.
By Hoptown Chronicle
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Local architecture topic for June 25 History on Tap

Historic preservationist Grace Abernethy will lead the program at Hopkinsville Brewing Co.
By Hoptown Chronicle
Grace Abernethy speaks about preservation work during a History on Tap program in May 2023. (Hoptown Chronicle photo by Jennifer P. Brown)

Lane closures planned for West Seventh Street project

The work is part of a widening project between North Drive and Princeton Road.
By Hoptown Chronicle
Improvements along this section of West Seventh Street between Princeton Road and North Drive will widen the road to three lanes and add a sidewalk. (Hoptown Chronicle photo by Jennifer P. Brown)

Awards presented to Jeffers Bend volunteers

The volunteers were recognized during the annual Benefit for the Bend, which raises money for the environmental center.
By Hoptown Chronicle
Benefit for the Bend

Jennie Stuart Health acquires several medical clinics in region

The acquired practices include Generations Primary Care, MDVIP, Hopkinsville Family Care, Western Kentucky Pulmonary Clinic, Elkton Clinic and Crofton Clinic.
By Hoptown Chronicle
The 18th Street entrance to Jennie Stuart Medical Center. (Hoptown Chronicle by Jennifer P. Brown)

Janice Mason Art Museum names new executive director

Kelly Selfe, who most recently served as arts education coordinator at the Pennyroyal Arts Council, will lead the art museum in downtown Cadiz.
By Hoptown Chronicle
The Janice Mason Art Museum in downtown Cadiz. (Museum photo)

Hopkinsville Salvation Army prepares for new corps officer

Community members are invited to meet Maj. Jason Swain during a June 28 church service.
By Hoptown Chronicle
The Salvation Army headquarters building, which houses the Soup Kitchen, on Seventh Street. (Hoptown Chronicle photo)
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