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.
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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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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