Julia Hunter

As Jennie Stuart explores a plan to join Deaconess Health, we’re asking Hoptown Chronicle readers to tell us what you are thinking about a change of this magnitude for the community.

Reports of a potential acquisition or merger of the two hospitals began swirling last week, prompting concern from local officials and residents.

Murals have made their mark on Hopkinsville in recent years, beautifying areas around the city while chronicling its history.

Research shows that strong local news can increase voter turnout and community engagement, build a sense of shared connection, benefit public health and save taxpayer dollars.

Permits, which must be obtained online, entitle a family to cut one cedar tree in most areas of LBL between Nov. 24 and Dec. 24.

A special family recipe appeared lost to time until Hoptown Chronicle engagement editor Julia Hunter discovered it in an unexpected place.

Events include a workshop on writing thank you notes, a book discussion, the Sons of Mystro concert, a quilt program and Community Reader Day.

Nearly $11 million in state funds will go toward the construction of 16 public charging stations — including one in Hopkinsville.

Oct. 10 is the voter registration deadline for Kentuckians who want to cast a ballot in the Nov. 7 general election.

Chris Jung previously worked as the city's marketing and events coordinator from 2018 to 2021.

In the wake of a controversial video posted to social media by a Hopkinsville Police Department officer, many in the community have called for action and expressed concerns about perceived racist symbols.

A sample taken from Christian County in 2020 showed the single highest concentration of PFAS in a study of 40 surface water sites across the state.