Hopkinsville Police Officers to Run Length of County for Charity

The Thin Blue Run will raise funds for Child Abuse Prevention and Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 8:22pm

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A bold, colorful silkscreen print featuring a repeating pattern of a police officer's uniform hat in neon shades of blue, red, and yellow, capturing the celebratory and community-focused spirit of the Thin Blue Run event.The Thin Blue Run will bring the Hopkinsville community together to support child abuse prevention and sexual assault awareness through a vibrant, pop art-inspired celebration.Hopkinsville Today

Hopkinsville police officers plan to run the length of Christian County, over 30 miles, on Saturday, April 18, to raise awareness and money for Child Abuse Prevention and Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Two officers will run the entire distance, while others will join along portions of the route. The community can engage with the officers at two points during the run, with food and activities set up at Founders Square and the end of the event at Valor Hall.

Why it matters

The Thin Blue Run is an opportunity for the Hopkinsville Police Department to connect with the community, raise funds for important causes, and show support for Child Abuse Prevention and Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

The details

Chief Jason Newby and Officer Cory Smith plan to run the full 30-mile distance, while other officers will join them for portions of the route. Community members can meet the running group at 10:45 a.m. at HPD headquarters and walk with them to Founders Square, where food booths and bouncers will be set up. The event will conclude at 3 p.m. at Valor Hall in Oak Grove.

  • The Thin Blue Run will take place on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
  • The run will start at 7 a.m. in North Christian near the Hopkins County line.
  • Community members can join the officers at 10:45 a.m. at HPD headquarters.
  • The event will conclude at 3 p.m. at Valor Hall in Oak Grove.

The players

Jason Newby

The chief of the Hopkinsville Police Department, who plans to run the full 30-mile distance.

Cory Smith

A Hopkinsville police officer who will also run the entire length of the county.

Amanda Brunt

The city's technology and public information director, who provided details about the event.

Sanctuary Inc.

A Hopkinsville nonprofit that will receive funds raised through the Thin Blue Run.

Pennyrile Children's Advocacy Center

Another Hopkinsville nonprofit that will benefit from the funds raised during the event.

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What they’re saying

“The Thin Blue Run is an opportunity for the Hopkinsville Police Department to connect with the community, raise funds for important causes, and show support for Child Abuse Prevention and Sexual Assault Awareness Month.”

— Amanda Brunt, City's technology and public information director

What’s next

The Hopkinsville Police Department will continue to promote the Thin Blue Run and encourage community participation in the event on April 18.

The takeaway

The Thin Blue Run demonstrates the Hopkinsville Police Department's commitment to supporting important causes and engaging with the local community. By organizing this event, the department is raising awareness and funds for child abuse prevention and sexual assault awareness, while also fostering stronger connections with the people they serve.