Here in Hoptown

In this episode of Here in Hoptown Take 5, Amanda Brunt recaps recent Hopkinsville City Council and Committee of the Whole meetings, highlighting major community investments, positive financial updates, and important conversations shaping the city's future. Hear updates on support for Sanctuary House, discussions surrounding opioid settlement funding, the future of Bluegrass Splash, city budget planning, infrastructure improvements, and recognition of local public safety leaders making a difference in Hopkinsville every day.

In this episode we recap the May 5th Hopkinsville City Council meeting, where discussions ranged from economic development and manufactured housing regulations to parks, neighborhood concerns, and future recreation planning.

Council approved several business incentive agreements tied to downtown redevelopment and industrial growth projects, while also moving forward with zoning updates connected to new Kentucky manufactured housing laws. The meeting also included conversations surrounding opioid settlement funding, the newly formed Bluegrass Splash Committee, and community events happening across Hopkinsville.

From celebrating local heritage and supporting graduating seniors to planning for future growth, this meeting highlighted the many moving pieces involved in shaping Hopkinsville's future.

On this episode, we break down the April 23rd Hopkinsville Committee of the Whole meeting, where conversations focused on neighborhood revitalization, fairness in incentive programs, opioid settlement planning, and the future of recreation projects in Hopkinsville.

Councilmembers discussed whether programs like Legacy Hopkinsville should remain geographically focused or shift toward broader financial-need considerations, while also debating the role committees should play in shaping major city investments like the proposed water park project.



The meeting also included discussions surrounding public safety operations, economic development, and the ongoing challenge of balancing growth, budgets, and community priorities.

On this episode Amanda Brunt recaps the April 21st Hopkinsville City Council meeting, where council honored longtime Judge Executive Steve Tribble by naming the West 7th Street Bridge in his honor. From heartfelt stories and hometown memories to budget discussions, upcoming community events, and conversations about the city's future, this meeting was filled with reflection, humor, and unity. Plus, hear updates on Rotary Park, city finances, opioid settlement planning, and more.



And yes… there may have been an allegation involving stolen baseballs from the old Hoppers ballpark.

Nearly a decade ago, Milkweed Health & Harmony Emporium opened its doors in downtown Hopkinsville with a mission rooted in wellness, connection, and community. In this episode, we sit down with owner Julie-Anna Carlisle to reflect on how it all began, the life and lessons experienced along the way, and what comes next after closing the shop in March 2026. It's a conversation about purpose, passion, and the impact one small space can have on a community.

Follow Julie-Anna's future endevours on social media! @The.ChairProject or visit https://www.milkweedstore.com/the-chair-project!