Hoptown Archives

Dip in COVID-19 hospitalizations suggests reprieve for Jennie Stuart

by Julia Hunter
February 8, 2021

While the hospital's COVID-19 patient occupancy is the lowest it has been in two months, data suggests Jennie Stuart is still under stress from the coronavirus pandemic.

Ice storm warning issued; extreme cold coming later in week

by Jennifer P. Brown
February 8, 2021

The winter storm watch previously issued by the National Weather Service was upgraded Tuesday to an ice storm warning.

Hopkinsville Salvation Army receives $20,000 state grant

by Jennifer P. Brown
February 8, 2021

The money comes from the Team Kentucky Fund established in March to address hardships experienced during the coronavirus pandemic.

Chamber plans 2nd outdoor market to showcase local businesses

by Jennifer P. Brown
February 8, 2021

The Spring Vendor Fair will be in the chamber's parking lot on Fort Campbell Boulevard.

A man’s search for his grandfather’s legacy leads to Hopkinsville

by Jennifer P. Brown
February 8, 2021

Bill Falls had heard his grandfather was a good basketball coach. But until he came across a Hoptown Chronicle article, he didn't know that Coach William Falls of Attucks High School had been inducted posthumously into a hall of fame.

Amanda Gorman’s poetry shows why spoken word belongs in school

by Mukoma Wa Ngugi
February 7, 2021

Three scholars of poetry explain why the writings of the 22-year-old Gorman — who became the country’s national youth poet laureate at age 17 — and her rise to fame represent a prime opportunity for educators to use spoken word poetry as a lively way to engage students.

Big Read bringing virtual presentation of ‘Circe’ author

by Jennifer P. Brown
February 4, 2021

Madeline Miller's virtual appearance will kick off the seventh Big Read in Hopkinsville.

City introduces new information technology director

by Jennifer P. Brown
February 2, 2021

Darryl Anderson is filling the vacancy that will be created by Joe Grace's retirement this summer.

Kirkman Terrace senior apartment nears completion; several units rented

by Jennifer P. Brown
February 1, 2021

Developed for residents ages 55 and older, the property has 45 apartments.

Library extends closure after more employees test positive for COVID-19

by Jennifer P. Brown
January 31, 2021

Late fees will not be charged during the closure.

Council to meet virtually after city hall employees test positive for COVID-19

by Jennifer P. Brown
January 29, 2021

Members of the public who want to address the council about community issues may sign up before the meeting to call in during the livestreamed session.

Horseshoe Steak House is getting a slight makeover with a new entrance

by Jennifer P. Brown
January 28, 2021

The restaurant has been on the boulevard since the late 1960s and was originally downtown on Seventh Street.