Several small businesses in Hopkinsville are sporting new hardware after being honored as the best of the best in the community.
Wednesday night, the Christian County Chamber of Commerce celebrated its annual Compass Small Business Awards.
Evening Sponsor, Hopkinsville Water Environmental Authority General Manager, Melissa Spurr says each nominee is an integral part of our community.
Many fledgling businesses were among those recognized, but the comeback story of the night was the winner of the Spirit of Entrepreneurialism.
click to download audioSummertown Metal’s Lewis Stoll presented the award to Camo Caravan Owners Jason Coy and Eric Hardin.
Another downtown restaurant, The Crusty Pig, was honored as the Foodie Favorite, with Co-Owner Mindy Hargrove saying they are humbled.
click to download audioIn all, 14 businesses, non-profits, and individuals were recognized for their efforts to improve and make Hopkinsville and Christian County the place people want to be.
2026 Compass Award Winners:
Agriculture/Agri-Business – Hopkinsville Elevator
Foodie Favorite – The Crusty Pig
Friend of Small Business – Danielle Renshaw
Friend of Community – Christian County Literacy Council
Health & Wellness – Wellness Collective
Hospitality Hero – Pennyroyal Arts Council
Igniting a Spark – Hopkinsville Animal Clinic
Industrial/Commercial Services – Krusteaz
Local Legacy – Pioneers Inc
Non-Profit – Alpha Pregnancy Care Center
Quality Service – Hope’s Healthcare
Specialized Service – Ezell Film Company
Spirit of Entrepreneurialism – Camo Caravan
Sunset – Mark McGee, McGee’s Pest Control
