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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.

Flood watch issued for Hopkinsville area Wednesday through Sunday

Up to 1 foot of rainfall is not out of the question, said officials at the National Weather Service.
By Hoptown Chronicle
hopkinsville manhole overflowing

bell hooks Book Club to meet April 21 at Hopkinsville museum

The book club, open to anyone interested in learning more about bell hooks, is discussing "All About Love: New Visions."
By Hoptown Chronicle
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Hopkinsville mayor’s office accepting City Diplomat Program applications

The deadline to submit an application is April 18.
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Hello Spring Festival bringing food, entertainment and vendors to Virginia Park

The festival will be from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 29.
By Hoptown Chronicle
Virginia Park, at Campbell Street stretching from Ninth Street to Seventh Street, was developed from the old someplace of Hopkinsville benefactor John C. Latham. (Photo by Grace Abernethy)

Garden and Outdoor Living Expo slated April 11-12 in Hopkinsville

The Christian County Master Gardener Association hosts the expo at the Cooperative Extension Service Expo Center on Pembroke Road.
By Hoptown Chronicle
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Youth Art Month exhibit reception slated at Alhambra

The reception and recognition ceremony will begin at 5 p.m. Wednesday, March 26.
By Hoptown Chronicle
This is part of the Pennyroyal Arts Council's March 2022 student art exhibit at the Alhambra Theatre. (Arts council photo)

Methodist church offering space for Hopkinsville gardeners; seeks donated soil, fertilizer

Christian Heights United Methodist Church on North Drive will provide garden space and some supplies needed to get started.
By Hoptown Chronicle
Julia broccoli

bell hooks Memorial Writing Contest awards ceremony set

Awards will be presented at 3 p.m. Sunday at Hampton Inn & Suites.
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Gwenda Motley reads from her sister bell hooks' book, "Belonging: A Culture of Place," during a ceremony Sunday, March 19, 2023, at the Performing Arts Center at Christian County Middle School, where winners in a writing contest were recognized. (Hoptown Chronicle photo by Jennifer P. Brown)

Women in education topic for History on Tap

The program is slated at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 27.
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Gwenda Motley speaks about her sister, bell hooks, on Tuesday, March 22, during a History on Tap event. (Photo by Jennifer P. Brown, Hoptown Chronicle)

Virginia Street Baptist Church plans 30th anniversary banquet for pastor

The banquet honoring the Rev. Dr. M.O. Fort and his wife, Renee Fort, will be March 28 at the Pioneers Complex.
By Hoptown Chronicle
MO and Renee Fort

Workshop for aspiring distillers planned at Casey Jones

Distillery University, based in Spokane, Washington, will lead the workshop at the Christian County distillery.
By Hoptown Chronicle
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Leadership group launches fundraising campaign for Jeffers Bend

The current class of Leadership Christian County wants to help fund educational programs, facility upkeep and ongoing improvements at the 40-acre nature preserve.
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