Hoptown Archives

A former student recalls the first year at Indian Hills

by Jackie Cornelius White
May 20, 2024

In the early 1960s, recalls Jackie Cornelius White, students had the opportunity "to create our own identity as the new elementary school in Hopkinsville."

UK history professor to speak at Hopkinsville Juneteenth celebration

by Hoptown Chronicle
May 16, 2024

Dr. Gerald Smith, co-editor of "The Kentucky African American Encyclopedia," will be the guest speaker June 15 at the Boys and Girls Clubs of Hopkinsville-Christian County.

Kentucky’s primary election is May 21; early voting begins this week

by Jennifer P. Brown
May 15, 2024

For Hopkinsville City Council, there are seven contested Republican primary races and two Democratic primary races.

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.

Students support project marking end of Indian Hills as a Hopkinsville elementary school

by Jennifer P. Brown
May 14, 2024

League of Extraordinary Chiefs — students who participated in a mentoring program led by Henderson Memorial Baptist Church, planned a tree planting and time capsule burial.

Housing Authority of Hopkinsville announces change in leadership

by Hoptown Chronicle
May 13, 2024

Vickie Smiley is retiring as executive director, and former Community and Development Services staff member Laura Faulkner will succeed her.

History on Tap will celebrate Hoptown Chronicle’s fifth anniversary

by Hoptown Chronicle
May 12, 2024

Museum executive director Alissa Keller and Hoptown Chronicle editor Jennifer P. Brown will lead the May 30 program with a look at the Snapshots in Time series.

Hopkinsville Community College awards Spirit Cup and academic honors at commencement

by Hoptown Chronicle
May 8, 2024

Jada Poindexter received the Spirit Cup that recognizes the most outstanding graduate.

Retired NBA player Chris Whitney lends support to Hopkinsville meal program

by Jennifer P. Brown
May 6, 2024

Whitney had never heard of Hopkinsville's Breaking Bread Community Dinner Church until he happened to see a line of people waiting for a meal one afternoon at Aaron McNeil House.

Vidalia sweet onions fueling Christian County Literacy Council fundraiser

by Hoptown Chronicle
May 6, 2024

The 10-pound onion bags sell for $12.

The cicadas are calling in Christian County

by Jennifer P. Brown
May 5, 2024

The periodical cicadas of Brood XIX began emerging in Hopkinsville over the weekend.

Hopkinsville museum sets Downtown Tipsy Tour

by Jennifer P. Brown
May 5, 2024

The walking tour for adults will be May 25.