Business & Development Archives

KY housing shortage will worsen without action, low-income renters most vulnerable, says study

by Liam Niemeyer
August 21, 2024

The state’s housing gap, if left unchecked, could worsen the living situations of many Kentuckians, a national real estate researcher told an audience Wednesday.

Investors launch effort to build dozens of houses in Hopkinsville’s inner-city

by Jennifer P. Brown
August 5, 2024

Chris Whitney, a retired pro basketball player, is among the backers who cut the ribbon Saturday on their first home on West Edmunds Street.

New class starts Leadership Hopkinsville-Christian County

by Hoptown Chronicle
July 15, 2024

The 22 class members will spend nine months learning about different aspects of the community.

Ascend Elements slates job fair on July 16

by Hoptown Chronicle
July 9, 2024

The company is seeking chemical operators, analytical lab technicians, logistics, engineering personnel and security guards.

Governor, state officials traveling to Japan, Korea next week on economic development mission

by Kentucky Lantern
July 7, 2024

The Kentucky delegation will meet with “companies and trade organizations to determine future investment and job-creation opportunities in the state,” officials said in a press release from the governor’s office.

Boulevard Bash on June 15 will highlight support for Hopkinsville’s small businesses

by Hoptown Chronicle
June 4, 2024

The idea grew out of a discussion about how to support all of the city’s small businesses — not just those downtown.

6th Street Boutique is closing after 8 years in downtown Hopkinsville

by Jennifer P. Brown
May 15, 2024

Janey Moss is retiring but said she is open to meeting with potential new owners who are interested in the business.

Focus 21st Century Minority Leadership Program recognizes graduates

by Hoptown Chronicle
April 30, 2024

Charles Turner, a graduate of the Focus charter class in 1991, gave the graduation speech.

Renee Shaw of KET to be featured speaker for Christian County Chamber of Commerce annual dinner

by Jennifer P. Brown
April 25, 2024

Shaw produces and anchors the nightly news program “Kentucky Edition” and leads KET’s reporting on the General Assembly and coverage of elections and state policy issues.

Grants for small towns and rural areas focus on enhancing civic life

by Sarah Melotte
April 4, 2024

The Trust for Civic Life is a new funding collaborative that will support the “ordinary” activities that build stronger communities.

Ascend Elements invites potential workers to Hopkinsville job fair

by Hoptown Chronicle
April 2, 2024

The job fair will be April 10 at Hopkinsville Community College's Emerging Technologies Center.

Bar at the Bar talk to focus on small businesses

by Hoptown Chronicle
January 22, 2024

Attorney Bob Ison will lead the informal talk on Jan. 30 at Hopkinsville Brewing Co.