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Dependent on the Kindness of Our Residents
“Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on Earth,” said our fellow Kentuckian, Muhammad Ali.

Troy Body
Nov 13, 20252 min read


A Culture of Maintenance
"The success of future generations demands that we all make sacrifices to establish a thriving community—one that Hopkinsville’s descendants can be proud to choose and call home."

Troy Body
Oct 1, 20252 min read


Artificial Intelligence and City Government: "There is no going back."
"If you think AI is only about writing emails, memos, and school reports – you’ve missed the boat; that ship sailed two years ago."

Troy Body
Sep 2, 20252 min read


Housing is the Plan
A town is a living organism. Like all living organisms, there are myriad factors to measure the health and strength of a town. A strong...

Troy Body
Aug 25, 20252 min read


The Budget
"As the City Administrator, I consider it one of the best budgets the city has had in many years." A city budget is a blueprint. It is...

Troy Body
Jun 30, 20253 min read


The Ask
" We need your help in Hopkinsville to pursue the highest quality of life for all of our residents." It is a privilege to be allowed to...

Troy Body
Jun 3, 20252 min read


Vacant Lots
"Hopkinsville has a vacant lot problem--a big one." A discussion of vacant lots is not a topic residents of a community might consider...

Troy Body
May 1, 20252 min read


Protecting Our Students: The Importance of Monitoring Social Media
" In today’s digital age, social media plays a significant role in shaping our children's lives." In September 2024, the Hopkinsville...

Amanda Brunt
Oct 22, 20242 min read


Community Transformation: Improving Hopkinsville One Lot at a Time
Vacant Lots! A discussion of vacant lots is not a topic residents of a community might consider very interesting or a high priority on the surface. But when you frame it from the perspective of crime, wasted tax dollars, decreasing neighborhood wealth, housing inventory, and general economic development, the topic becomes considerably more interesting.

Amanda Brunt
Jul 30, 20243 min read
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