Jennie Stuart Archives

City’s vaccine incentive guidelines outlined; county residents will be eligible for drawings

by Jennifer P. Brown
September 9, 2021

Both Hopkinsville and Christian County residents who meet the vaccine requirements by the end of October will be entered to win one of 10 drawings for $1,000.

Entries sought for Hopkinsville Art Guild’s 50th annual show

by Jennifer P. Brown
September 8, 2021

The show, featuring drawings, paintings, mixed media and photography, will be on display at the community college Oct. 2 through 24.

Mayor breaks tie vote on council to approve vaccine incentive

by Jennifer P. Brown
September 7, 2021

Up to 1,000 city residents can receive $100 each if they get a COVID-19 vaccination between Sept. 13 and Oct. 31.

City council to vote on vaccination incentives

by Jennifer P. Brown
September 6, 2021

The proposed municipal order aims to pay $100 each to as many as 1,000 city residents who become fully vaccinated between Sept. 13 and Oct. 31.

Christian County, region reaches 100% ICU capacity

by Julia Hunter
September 3, 2021

On Friday, there wasn't a single intensive care bed available in Christian County or within its 11-county region. In the majority of other areas, more than 95% of ICU beds were occupied.

Trigger Hippy postponing Alhambra show

by Hoptown Chronicle
September 2, 2021

The band said the Sept. 18 show in Hopkinsville and another show in Bowling Green were being canceled because of a rise in COVID-19 cases.

Lack of a vaccine mandate becomes competitive advantage in hospital staffing wars

by Lauren Weber
September 1, 2021

As of Aug. 26, about 39% of U.S. hospitals had announced vaccine mandates, according to the American Hospital Association.

Christian County Health Department reports 6 new COVID-19 deaths

by Jennifer P. Brown
September 1, 2021

Five of the six recent deaths were among people who had not received a COVID-19 vaccination.

Community recognizes ‘Health Care Heroes’

by Jennifer P. Brown
August 27, 2021

Several groups participated in recognizing employees at the hospital for their work during the pandemic.

Summer Salute music festival Friday, Saturday in downtown Hopkinsville

by Jennifer P. Brown
August 25, 2021

City recreation officials encourage festival-goers to wear a mask, but it is not required. The CDC recommends masks at crowded outdoor settings in areas like Christian County with high COVID-19 cases.

Christian County school district reminds parents of mask mandate

by Jennifer P. Brown
August 23, 2021

An Aug. 12 mask mandate from the Kentucky Board of Education remains in force, despite a separate requirement from Gov. Andy Beshear that was lifted on Monday.

What isn’t being said about COVID-19 will hurt this community

by Jennifer P. Brown
August 22, 2021

It's going to take the trusted voice of a local physician who is known in her community to carry a message that too many have not taken to heart during the pandemic. More local leaders should speak out.