Local Government Archives

City of Hopkinsville hires CPA for budget work

by Hoptown Chronicle
June 11, 2025

Cory Alexander, a former finance director for the city of Madisonville, will serve as Hopkinsville's administrative budget officer.

Information sessions set for Hopkinsville residents facing flood-related property repairs

by Jennifer P. Brown
May 13, 2025

Local officials will offer information about building and floodplain permits needed for repairing or rebuilding flood-damaged structures.

City officials to hold Hoptown Helps informational session on May 13

by Hoptown Chronicle
May 12, 2025

A question and answer session will begin at 4:30 p.m. at the Hopkinsville Municipal Center.

Mayor Knight to give Hopkinsville budget address on May 2

by Jennifer P. Brown
April 28, 2025

Knight said his proposed budget "prioritizes quality of life, public safety, economic development, city cleanliness and staff support."

Hopkinsville mayor’s office accepting City Diplomat Program applications

by Hoptown Chronicle
March 27, 2025

The deadline to submit an application is April 18.

Hopkinsville to seek open-carry alcohol license for downtown district

by Jennifer P. Brown
March 25, 2025

Bars and restaurants will be able to sell drinks that customers can take outside and into other establishments that are also licensed through the Downtown Entertainment District.

Hopkinsville residents voice support for arts, history and youth programs during budget forum

by Jennifer P. Brown
March 12, 2025

Mayor James R. Knight Jr. said he wanted to hear from residents before presenting a budget to city council.

Here’s your chance: Tell the city how to spend your tax dollars

by Jennifer P. Brown
February 25, 2025

Mayor James R. Knight Jr. said a community budget forum planned on March 10 will allow residents to "have a voice in the budget process."

Mayor wants Hopkinsville City Council meetings to start an hour earlier

by Jennifer P. Brown
January 9, 2025

Local residents can weigh in by answering a brief online survey about the proposed change.

Hopkinsville, Christian County facing down multiple factors in housing shortage

by Lily Burris
December 17, 2024

According to a recent study, the median home sale price in the Hopkinsville area increased by 82.8% from 2014 to 2023, along with a 66.4% increase in average sale price.

Railroad services firm submits high bid for Hopkinsville’s L&N Train Depot

by Jennifer P. Brown
October 23, 2024

The bid from Kentucky-based Railmark Holdings Inc. includes a pledge to establish a train-centric travel agency in the downtown building.

A Guide to Voting

by Hoptown Chronicle
October 22, 2024

Hoptown Chronicle has gathered everything you need to know about casting a ballot this fall.