Hoptown Archives

Health department: Wait 28 days before scheduling 2nd COVID-19 vaccine dose

by Julia Hunter
January 27, 2021

The request follows guideline changes last week by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention regarding the recommended interval between doses.

Sportsplex reopening on a limited basis for gym and group activities

by Jennifer P. Brown
January 27, 2021

The sportsplex has been closed since Nov. 9, when city officials suspended most indoor recreation activities.

Volunteers certified through IRS set to offer free tax preparation

by Jennifer P. Brown
January 27, 2021

Many senior citizens take advantage of the service, but it's open to anyone regardless of age.

Library closes after employee tests positive for COVID-19

by Jennifer P. Brown
January 26, 2021

The library will reopen Feb. 1, according to a Facebook announcement.

48-year-old Hopkinsville woman who died from coronavirus recognized by governor

by Jennifer P. Brown
January 25, 2021

Tara Felice Mahone, a court designated worker in Christian County, was the youngest child of City Councilwoman Patricia Waddell-Bell.

Health department cancels COVID-19 testing today at Tie Breaker Park

by Jennifer P. Brown
January 25, 2021

Testing, by appointment, is available at the health department.

COVID-19 vaccine: For some residents, it’s time for a second dose

by Julia Hunter
January 22, 2021

Health care workers who were among the first in the county to receive the COVID-19 vaccine started getting their second doses this week.

REAL ID license office to move into old First City Bank building

by Jennifer P. Brown
January 21, 2021

Hopkinsville City Council tentatively agreed to pay for an interior renovation of the bank building. In another matter, they delayed hearing a report on finances of the James E. Bruce Convention Center.

3 council members tapped for leadership roles

by Jennifer P. Brown
January 21, 2021

Council members Terry Parker, Travis Martin and Phillip Brooks were selected at a Committee of the Whole meeting Thursday.

Hopkinsville AKA sisters celebrate Kamala Harris inauguration

by Jennifer P. Brown
January 20, 2021

In Hopkinsville and across the country, Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority sisters celebrated Kamala Harris’ inauguration as vice president on Jan. 20, 2021.

7 receive appointments to Hopkinsville boards, commissions

by Jennifer P. Brown
January 19, 2021

Mayor Wendell Lynch presented the appointments in executive orders.

Mayor weighing when to bring council back for in-person meetings

by Jennifer P. Brown
January 19, 2021

Council member Alethea West asked if the city could develop a way to bring members of the public into video segments for comments during virtual meetings.