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.
Coinciding with the Eighth of August emancipation celebration, Taste of the Town features local food, music and family-friendly activities.
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The inaugural Taste of the Town on Aug. 7, 2021, on Fifth Street adjacent to Hopkinsville Brewing Co. (Photo by Jennifer P. Brown)
The shop announced that "Performances of all kinds are welcome, from original poetry, to readings, to spoken word, and everything in between."
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The Book & Bottle Shop opened in November 2024 at Ninth and Virginia streets. (Hoptown Chronicle photo by Jennifer P. Brown)
The free workshop on July 24 is for residents who want to learn about tax credits used to rehab historic homes and buildings.
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Members of the public are invited to hear a report in city council chambers.
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There are several options to see fireworks displays, and many celebrations will also feature free, live music.
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Artists selected for an exhibition will show their work in the Auditorium Gallery.
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The main campus of Hopkinsville Community College on April 28, 2025. (Hoptown Chronicle photo by Jennifer P. Brown)
Heat index values will range from 100 to 108 degrees.
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Both Hopkinsville Electric System and Pennyrile Electric receive power for their customers from TVA.
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The Pennyroyal Arts Council and the Hopkinsville-Christian County Public Library are collaborating on the series to bring a mix of children's shows and adult features.
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The Alhambra Theatre on South Main Street. (Hoptown Chronicle photo by Jennifer P. Brown)
The fair is packed with attractions, including carnival rides, beauty pageants, all kinds of food, tractor pulls, a demolition derby, livestock competitions, a petting zoo, and home-good contests.
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A carnival ride on the midway at the 2022 Western Kentucky State Fair. (Photo by Jennifer P. Brown)
The online survey for the Pennyroyal Arts Council and the Alhambra Theatre will be open until June 20.
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Maryah Howard, who plays Madame Gothel, stands at the back of the cast as rehearsal wrap up Wednesday, July 26, 2023, at the Alhambra Theatre. (Hoptown Chronicle photo by Jennifer P. Brown)