Good morning, Hopkinton! Welcome to the daily update we call Hopkinton Today — a quick recap of yesterday’s news, highlights of what’s on tap, and a photo of the day.

Leading off Independent Thoughts, for David Kraus and his family, the pandemic was a chance to take the next step in the transformation of their property on Pond Street and become more self-sufficient.

This week’s Baypath Adoptable Animal is 2-year-old Luke, who is “handsome, intelligent, friendly to everyone he meets, walks nicely on a leash, and snuggles.”

The Hopkinton Women’s Club’s Boston Marathon runner, Beth Hankin, is hosting a Fitness for Charity fundraiser on Thursday, May 4, from 7-9 p.m. at The Gym in Milford.

Our latest Business Profile highlights Shahood & Sons, a Hopkinton-based company that offers plumbing, heating and cooling services.

Photo of the Day: A damaged doll peers out the window of a business on Grove Street, across from Hopkinton Middle School.

PHOTO/JERRY SPAR