In this episode of Here in Hoptown Take 5, Amanda Brunt breaks down three recent city meetings covering finances, building code services, stormwater projects, solid waste changes, opioid funding, and the future of aquatic recreation.

Hopkinsville's newest councilmember has officially taken the oath of office.

On July 7, 2026, Marie Hughes was sworn in to represent Ward 5 and will serve the remainder of the current term. In this episode of Here in Hoptown, get to know Marie as she shares her background, what inspired her to serve, and her vision for the future of Hopkinsville.

In this episode you'll learn about seven new firefighters and the city's newest police officer, the introduction of Bear and Radar to Hopkinsville's public safety family, the first-ever Small Business Opportunity Grant winners, the swearing-in of the new Ward 5 councilmember, updates on DeBow Park improvements, discussions on opioid settlement funding, and efforts to strengthen emergency weather response.

This quick recap covers the city's financial position, future funding discussions, Legacy Hopkinsville neighborhood investments, opioid settlement fund guidelines, and the ongoing conversation about the future of Bluegrass Splash. It's your drive-by version of city business in five minutes or less.

In this episode of Here in Hoptown Take 5, Amanda Brunt recaps the June 2 Hopkinsville City Council meeting, highlighting community recognitions, budget approvals, ordinance updates, grant opportunities, and discussions about future city projects. Get a quick overview of what happened, why it matters, and what's coming next, all in five minutes or less.

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.