Hoptown

Local news from Hopkinsville, Kentucky.

The competition is open to all third- through eighth-grade students in Christian County.
Chris Jung previously worked as the city's marketing and events coordinator from 2018 to 2021.
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After taking a chance on a jail rehabilitation program and getting sober, Joshua Adcock makes his living as one the country's most successful poker players.
Jason Adcock at poker table
The school board's recent decision to pivot on the name, colors and mascot of the new consolidated high school was a logical choice — with just one wrinkle, writes Hoptown Chronicle editor Jennifer P. Brown.
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In the wake of a controversial video posted to social media by a Hopkinsville Police Department officer, many in the community have called for action and expressed concerns about perceived racist symbols.
Hopkinsville Police Department
During a special meeting, the school board voted to approve construction bids for the consolidated high school and ditched a name it had chosen last year.
consolidated high school gym mockup
Summer Salute will feature rides, family activities, free concerts and more than 100 vendors and food trucks.
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Mayor James R. Knight Jr. said the city will be bolstering a sidewalk barrier around the Phoenix during Summer Salute on Friday and Saturday.
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The unveiling of a new mural followed by an opportunity to meet the author will kick off events for Hopkinsville's ninth Big Read.
Catalogue of Unabashed Gratitude
The artifact – housed at the Pennyroyal Area Museum – was once housed outside of the historic Phoenix Building, which is slated for demolition.
western union sign on bike rack
Sometimes, newcomers have a more authentic view of the community than those of us who have been around for a long, long time, writes Hoptown Chronicle editor Jennifer P. Brown.
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Heat index values of 105 to 110 degrees are predicted.