Hoptown Archives

Historic preservation advocates to lead May session of History on Tap

by Jennifer P. Brown
May 11, 2023

The May 25 program will feature conservationist Grace Abernethy, Downtown Renaissance Director Holly Boggess and South Main Street homeowner Jeri Richardson.

‘Best Dog Ever’ had a big life in Hopkinsville and beyond

by Jennifer P. Brown
May 10, 2023

Rescued from a shelter in Central Kentucky, this golden retriever showed up at many Hopkinsville events for 13 years and had lots of admirers.

CASA selling pork chop sandwiches May 19

by Jennifer P. Brown
May 10, 2023

The fundraiser will support efforts by the Court Appointed Special Advocates.

Military members will be admitted free this summer to Pennyroyal Area Museum

by Hoptown Chronicle
May 9, 2023

The museum is participating in the Blue Stars Museums initiative.

Early voting begins this week in Kentucky’s primary election

by Jennifer P. Brown
May 9, 2023

Christian County voters may cast early ballots at the senior center or the Bruce convention center on Thursday, Friday or Saturday.

‘Hoptown’ performance to take audience on a deeply local journey

by Jennifer P. Brown
May 8, 2023

The immersive dance, created by the daughter of a Hopkinsville native, "reveals generations-long confidences as a guide for black girls blooming in any place or time."

HCC awards Spirit Cup and Academic All-Star honors at commencement

by Jennifer P. Brown
May 5, 2023

Esther Ebbay, of Oak Grove, received the Spirit Cup during exercises for 345 graduates.

Mayor Knight set to present budget proposal

by Jennifer P. Brown
May 5, 2023

The budget address will be given at 9 a.m. Friday, May 12, in city council chambers.

Square co-founder Jim McKelvey to speak at Chamber of Commerce’s annual dinner

by Jennifer P. Brown
May 4, 2023

The dinner will be June 1 at the James E. Bruce Convention Center.

Local ‘cemetery detective’ honored for service to Christian County

by Julia Hunter
May 4, 2023

Former Hopkinsville resident Joe Craver will be honored with the Kentucky Historical Society's Award of Distinction for his service to Christian County.

Children’s author to host story time Friday

by Hoptown Chronicle
May 3, 2023

Traci Waters will read and sign copies of her book at the Hopkinsville-Christian County Public Library.

As the grosbeaks return, a bird rehab helper is found in Christian County

by Jennifer P. Brown
May 2, 2023

A search for a songbird rehab expert led to Lynn Hazelrigg, a retired teacher who runs Hidden Springs Sanctuary on her Christian County farm.