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The award recognizes individuals who have illuminated Hopkinsville history.

The pushback of several Kentucky Republicans, among others, likely led to the reinstatement of Jimmy Kimmel’s show, writes journalist Al Cross.

"American public discourse is now driven by opinion, not by facts, largely because of social-media platforms that favor opinion and use secret algorithms that promote the most provocative views to compete in the new 'attention economy,'" writes Al Cross.

Censorship cannot hide history, writes columnist Constance Alexander.

Hoptown Chronicle's letter writers have covered many topics, including legislative redistricting, disagreements about school funding, problems with panhandling, how old American flags are properly retired, the health department’s response to the pandemic, the benefits of Hopkinsville’s rail-trail, nonpartisan elections and the occasional “thank you” from a nonprofit to the community. 

Lifelong resident urges local government officials to invest in landmarks like the Webber Building.

Born and educated in Hopkinsville, former resident laments destruction of downtown buildings that held heritage and memories.

The sale benefits the Pennyroyal Arts Council.

Fifty years after patrons waited in lines to pay for new clothing from downtown merchants, a new group is willing to wait in line for special events at local shops and venues.

Andy Beshear's recent stop in South Carolina "gave the clearest idea yet of what a campaign for the White House would look like" for the Kentucky governor, writes columnist Al Cross.

A book club discussion about Kentucky food and memory became delicious with the addition of homemade cobbler and ice cream.

A gathering of old friends can feel therapeutic and also a little like time travel, writes Hoptown Chronicle editor Jennifer P. Brown.