In this Take 5 episode of Here in Hoptown, Amanda Brunt breaks down the biggest moments from the November 18th City Council meeting — all in five minutes or less. Hear the latest on the city's strong October financial report, major ordinances that passed (including changes to the occupational license tax), and updates on new appointments and upcoming events.

In this episode, we're unpacking the highlights from the November 4th Hopkinsville City Council meeting — a night filled with heartfelt recognition, spirited debate, and impactful decisions. Whether you're a policy watcher or just love keeping up with local issues, this quick recap gives you the inside scoop on the decisions shaping Hopkinsville's future.

Whether you're a policy watcher or just love keeping up with local issues, this quick recap gives you the inside scoop on the decisions shaping Hopkinsville's future.

In this episode of Here in Hoptown, Public Information Officer Amanda Brunt sits down with Diane Turner, the liaison between the Small Business Commission and the City of Hopkinsville. Diane shares details about the upcoming Small Business Conference—a one-day event designed to empower local entrepreneurs, connect community leaders, and celebrate the spirit of innovation that drives Hoptown forward.

Tune in to discover how the city and its partners are helping local businesses thrive—one connection at a time.

In this episode of Take 5, we're recapping the Hopkinsville Town Hall, where Kentucky's state legislators—Senator Craig Richardson and Representatives Myron Dossett and Walker Thomas—sat down to talk about the issues shaping Christian County's future. Whether you're concerned about the state budget, the cost of living, or how local investments are shaping Hopkinsville's future, this episode gives you the highlights straight from your representatives.

Tune in for the recap and keep listening for the full meeting or visit our YouTube page @cityofhopkinsvilleky.

From the breaking update on the Blue Streak Building's “Unsafe Building Declaration” to new developments in downtown incentives, tax rate debates, and Hoptown 311, this episode gives you a five-minute snapshot of what's shaping Hopkinsville's future.

Tune in to hear how city leaders are working to balance preservation and progress while keeping our community safe, vibrant, and engaged.

Before we begin, we want to take a moment to honor the life and legacy of Kristina Scott, who recently passed away. Kristina devoted her time and energy to preserving the history and spirit of Hopkinsville's Trail of Tears Commemorative Park.

In this conversation, recorded before her passing, Kristina shared her deep knowledge, passion, and care for this sacred place — ensuring the stories and traditions of those who came before us continue to be heard.

We reair this episode in loving memory of Kristina and in gratitude for her lifelong commitment to remembrance, education, and community. May her work continue to inspire all who visit the park and those who listen to her words.

In this episode of Here in Hoptown, we sit down with City Administrator and Chief of Staff, Troy Body, the author of the city's official blog. Troy shares the inspiration behind his writing, the stories that motivate him, and his vision for the future of Hopkinsville. From leadership to community pride, this inside look offers listeners a deeper understanding of how our city works—and the people shaping its path forward.

Visit our blog: www.hoptown.org/blog

Margaret Prim joins Here in Hoptown to share the story behind Jazz on Stage, a four-part concert series kicking off in October. In this episode, we talk about how the series began, what it takes to bring these shows to life, and why jazz continues to play such an important role in our local arts scene.

We also reference a previous conversation about Jazz on Stage from last year—if you missed it, you can listen here: https://media.podserve.fm/media/episodes/user_14131/9071/Hoptown_Arts_and_Culture_Christian_Tamber_mixdown.mp3

This week, the council pulled a doubleheader — a Special Called meeting and the Committee of the Whole — and we've got the essentials in just five minutes. From setting property tax rates and debating net profits taxes to major sewer rehabilitation projects, downtown development extensions, and exciting updates from the Hopkinsville-Christian County Public Library, this episode is packed.

Listen to the recap, then dive into the full meeting at www.youtube.com/@CityofHopkinsvilleKY!

Hear how the council is weighing the fate of the historic Blue Streak building, the ambitious $8.5 million plan from The Salvation Army, new regulations on recycling and special purpose vehicles, and the city's latest financial snapshot. Catch the highlights here, then watch the full meeting at www.youtube.com/@CityofHopkinsvilleKY!