The Museums of Historic Hopkinsville-Christian County’s “Spirit of the Olde Lamplighter Award” draws on this image. Just as lamplighters illuminated the streets, award recipients are recognized for shining a light on Hopkinsville’s past. On Sept. 20, Hoptown Chronicle’s co-founder and editor, Jennifer P. Brown, was presented with the award at the museum’s second annual gala. Hoptown Chronicle editor Jennifer P. Brown poses with the Spirit of the Olde Lamplighter Award on Saturday, Sept. 20, outside of the Museums of Historic Hopkinsville-Christian County. (Photo provided)Hoptown Chronicle editor Jennifer P. Brown poses with the Spirit of the Olde Lamplighter Award on Saturday, Sept. 20, outside of the Museums of Historic Hopkinsville-Christian County.