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Supporting local news is an investment in the community

by Julia Hunter
December 3, 2023

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.

The Mixer restaurant will reopen on New Year’s Eve

by Hoptown Chronicle
November 24, 2023

A limited number of VIP seats are up for auction on Black Friday. More details about general ticket sales for the first night will be announced soon, co-owner Heather Dawson said.

New open carry alcohol laws boost downtowns

by Kevin Hardy
November 13, 2023

Owensboro and Frankfort are among Kentucky cities that have adopted special downtown districts that allow open carry alcohol under certain restrictions.

A two-way street: Participants, specators enliven parade

by Jennifer P. Brown
November 12, 2023

Hoptown Chronicle editor Jennifer P. Brown gained a new appreciation for what makes a parade special, she writes.

Hopkinsville attorney Lee White receives Johnstone award

by Jennifer P. Brown
October 25, 2023

White, who has practiced law in Hopkinsville since 1975, is known for his humility, wit and moral compass, said speakers at a banquet honoring him.

Aaron McNeil food programs see increase in need: Here’s how to help

by Jennifer P. Brown
October 24, 2023

The crisis relief agency's pantry currently needs donations of canned peas, vegetables and ravioli-type pasta.

Christian County Health Department runs out of updated COVID-19 vaccine

by Hoptown Chronicle
October 10, 2023

As of Tuesday, Walgreens had doses available at its Hopkinsville store, where appointments may be scheduled online.

Officials laud Toyota Boshoku plant that will employ 157 workers

by Jennifer P. Brown
October 5, 2023

The $225 million facility in South Park near Interstate 24 is expected to be operational in 2025.

Kentucky After Dark passport program highlights ‘spooky’ locations across state

by Zacharie Lamb
October 3, 2023

Hopkinsville-Christian County Convention and Visitors Bureau executive director Brooke Jung said she found inspiration in the county’s peculiar history.

Homework: Read this book and get off the sidelines

by Jennifer P. Brown
October 1, 2023

"Your City is Sick" author Jeff Siegler says locally owned businesses, not chains, make a town interesting — and they keep wealth in the community.

Ascend Elements and South Korean partners to build battery recycling facility in Hopkinsville

by Jennifer P. Brown
September 26, 2023

The facility will supply material to the $1 billion Ascend Elements Apex I plant currently under construction at Commerce Park II.

What to know about voting in the 2023 general election

by Jennifer P. Brown and Julia Hunter
September 25, 2023

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