Hoptown Chronicle

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.
Another parking lot is not needed in downtown Hopkinsville, writes a former resident who admires revitalization efforts in his hometown.
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A newcomer to Hopkinsville sees value in preserving Webber Building.
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A Hopkinsville resident believes few are interested in preserving the downtown building.
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Hopkinsville native who worked at the downtown building during the 1990s recalls an important chapter in local history tied to the Webber Building.
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Food trucks and live music are planned for the gathering.
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Retired county attorney J. Michael Foster writes about his experiences in the Webber Building and his support of the decision to demolish it.
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The church has ripe tomatoes, corn, cucumbers and squash for anyone who wants to pick the vegetables.
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Expanded hours at the residential shelter and the LifNAV Center, both on Seventh Street, will begin July 24 and continue for two weeks.
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The Salvation Army headquarters building, which houses the Soup Kitchen, on Seventh Street. (Hoptown Chronicle photo)
The gala theme is a nod to the 1925 Kentucky Derby victory by Flying Ebony, a thoroughbred colt raised in Christian County.
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Guests Dan Kemp (left) and Cody Noffsinger share conversation at an outdoor dinner during the 2024 Museum Gala in downtown Hopkinsville. (Hoptown Chronicle photo by Jennifer P. Brown)
A heat advisory is in effect until Thursday evening.
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The Delta Regional Authority awarded more than $250,000 to the college.
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Hopkinsville Community College's clock tower on April 28, 2025. (Hoptown Chronicle photo by Jennifer P. Brown)
Hoptown Chronicle editor Jennifer P. Brown will lead the program, Outside the Bluegrass: Christian County’s Thoroughbred Farms
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