Hoptown Archives

Most Kentucky faith communities still meet in person, many without requiring masks

by Bruce Maples and Melissa Patrick
August 29, 2021

Pastor Vince Farrell at Hopkinsville's Journey Church said things like vaccination can be a touchy subject.

Community recognizes ‘Health Care Heroes’

by Jennifer P. Brown
August 27, 2021

Several groups participated in recognizing employees at the hospital for their work during the pandemic.

School district slates vaccination clinic

by Jennifer P. Brown
August 27, 2021

The second-shot Pfizer clinic is for people who got their first shot from a district clinic on Aug. 5 or 16.

Human Rights Commission seeking nominations for awards to be presented at Unity Breakfast

by Jennifer P. Brown
August 26, 2021

The executive director of the Kentucky Commission on Human Rights will be the keynote speaker for the Oct. 28 breakfast.

Chamber hires new membership director

by Jennifer P. Brown
August 25, 2021

Chandler Ladd is a native of Christian County and earned a bachelor's degree in political science at the University of Louisville.

Summer Salute music festival Friday, Saturday in downtown Hopkinsville

by Jennifer P. Brown
August 25, 2021

City recreation officials encourage festival-goers to wear a mask, but it is not required. The CDC recommends masks at crowded outdoor settings in areas like Christian County with high COVID-19 cases.

Christian County Justice Center will close early on Friday

by Jennifer P. Brown
August 25, 2021

The facility will reopen with regular hours on Monday.

Alhambra will require masks for patrons

by Jennifer P. Brown
August 24, 2021

The policy starts with the Pennyroyal Arts Council's next concert, featuring the band Trigger Hippy, on Sept. 18.

Christian County school district reminds parents of mask mandate

by Jennifer P. Brown
August 23, 2021

An Aug. 12 mask mandate from the Kentucky Board of Education remains in force, despite a separate requirement from Gov. Andy Beshear that was lifted on Monday.

Lace up! The health department’s 100-Mile Challenge is back

by Jennifer P. Brown
August 23, 2021

Participants will be encouraged to walk at least 100 miles between Sept. 1 and Nov. 30.

Christian County Board of Education OKs plan for a consolidated high school

by Jennifer P. Brown
August 20, 2021

The high school, with a capacity for 2,500 students, would cost $115 million. The district wants to complete it in three years.

CASA plans Superhero runs

by Jennifer P. Brown
August 19, 2021

A 5K and a 1-mile run are slated for Oct. 23. Participants will be encouraged to wear costumes.