Hoptown Archives

Praising through the pain: Crofton couple lean on faith after an auto accident paralyzes wife

by Chip Hutcheson
July 11, 2024

Last year, Audrey Morgan was paralyzed from the waist down from a May 17 auto accident. Her positive attitude and faith has helped her stay strong throughout the experience.

Who is the best adult speller in Hopkinsville? The literacy council aims to find out.

by Jennifer P. Brown
July 10, 2024

The BIG BEE Spelling Bee will be on Aug. 1 at Hopkinsville Brewing Co.

Kentucky 115 closure at Pembroke planned July 16-18

by Hoptown Chronicle
July 9, 2024

The closure will give a contractor time to link Kentucky 115 with a new industrial connector road under construction in southern Christian County.

Ascend Elements slates job fair on July 16

by Hoptown Chronicle
July 9, 2024

The company is seeking chemical operators, analytical lab technicians, logistics, engineering personnel and security guards.

League of Women Voters recognizes longest serving member Carolyn Self

by Jennifer P. Brown
July 8, 2024

Self, a retired social worker and longtime civic leader in Hopkinsville, has been a member of the local league for 55 years.

How the Dalton House became a parsonage for Hopkinsville’s First Methodist ministers

by Grace Abernethy
July 8, 2024

Brick & Mortar Monthly columnist Grace Abernethy uncovers the story of her home becoming a church parsonage 100 years ago this summer.

Could a Hopkinsville scene shine in a national photo contest?

by Hoptown Chronicle
July 7, 2024

The contest sponsored by Scenic America is open to photographers of all skill levels.

Hopkinsville man named associate pastor at historic Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta

by Hoptown Chronicle
July 3, 2024

The Rev. Donavan Pinner will serve as an associate pastor for children and youth.

Hopkinsville League of Women Voters slates annual meeting

by Hoptown Chronicle
July 3, 2024

The meeting on July 8 is open to anyone interested in joining the league.

Fireworks set Thursday in Hopkinsville, Saturday at Lake Barkley

by Hoptown Chronicle
July 2, 2024

Food trucks and activities for children will start at 7 p.m. on Fourth of July at Ruff Park.

Hopkinsville mayor seeks nominees for new community awards

by Hoptown Chronicle
July 2, 2024

Honorees representing five categories — small business, nonprofits, volunteers, education and city employees — will be named in August.

Driver’s licensing office has moved to a temporary location in Hopkinsville

by Hoptown Chronicle
July 1, 2024

Anyone using the temporary office in the Forbes Place building at 10th and Virginia streets must first make an appointment.