Area News
New Choral & Theatre teacher – Kenneth Basham
Kenneth “Kenny” Basham will be the new Hancock County Middle and High School Choral & Theatre Teacher beginning in fall for the ‘24/’25 School Year. The current teacher, Melanie Adkins, has worked for 20 years in the public school system and 5 years in the private school system, as well as teaching private voice and…
Read MoreSpecial events for Seniors announced at Fiscal Court meeting
At the Hancock County Fiscal Court meeting on Monday, May 13th, HC Senior Services Program Director Lona Morton announced that on Wednesday, May 22nd, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., they will be hosting seniors from surrounding counties at Vastwood Park for a Golden Putters Invitational. This fun event for seniors will include a portable…
Read MoreFamilies enjoy KY 4-H Passport Kitchen
Lisa Hagman, Hancock County Extension Agent for 4-H Youth Development, began offering a 5-month program called Passport Kitchen earlier this year that is now almost complete. The free program provides an in-home culinary adventure for children ages 9-18 to enjoy with their families. Hancock County 4-H had 10 families participate and all received 5 kits,…
Read MoreHawesville council hears complaints from Windward Heights group
Several residents of Windward Heights Subdivision attended the Hawesville City Council Meeting Tuesday evening, May 14th to voice their disagreement with the new water and sewer rates, saying that the fee that has been levied on subdivision residents is too expensive. They said they don’t think they are paying a fair rate compared to residents…
Read MoreHealthy Habits: Marine Collagen
In last week’s edition of The Clarion, I wrote about the health benefits of grass-fed beef gelatin, a great source of bovine collagen – which mainly offers types 1 & 3 collagen. One of the best ways to get the full benefit of types 1 & 2 collagen is through consuming the skin and scales…
Read MorePrimary Election Day – May 21st
The 2024 Kentucky Primary Election Day is Tuesday, May 21st. The voter registration deadline for the Primary Election was Monday, April 22nd, at 4:00 p.m., as reported in The Clarion. Individuals turning 18 before November 5th, were eligible for registering to vote and participating in the Primary. Party Affiliation If you changed your party affiliation…
Read MoreKinsey Fleming Band Scholarship Awarded to Briley Owens
Hancock County High School Senior Briley Owens was awarded the Kinsey Fleming Eyes With Pride Band Scholarship of $1,500 at the Hornet Band Banquet last week. Briley is the daughter of Robert & Elizabeth Owens. She just recently earned the Distinguished Rating for her flute solo at the Annual Ensemble & Solo event at McLean…
Read MoreUrban planning and more zoning discussed at Monday’s meeting
The Hancock County Urban Planning Commission met on Monday evening, May 6th at the HC Administration Building in Hawesville, for a special meeting to make up for their missed meeting during the ‘23/’24 fiscal year. Members discussed the continued growth of Hancock County, which will require further zoning. The discussion began with Greg Wettstain addressing…
Read MoreAfter a long battle with her health Donna Quattrocchi is back
Donna Quattrocchi, of Lewisport, will complete her 5th term of serving on the Hancock County Board of Education this year. She has been a board member serving District 2 for 23 years and is running again for a 6th term, that would begin in 2025. Her dedication in serving on the board is an inspiration.…
Read MoreBrooklyn Porter Chosen as Delegate to the Congress of Future Medical Leaders
Hancock County High School Sophomore Brooklyn Porter was chosen as a Delegate to the Congress of Future Medical Leaders, a very selective program for high school students with academic honors who have decided to study to become physicians or go into medical research fields after graduation. HCHS Health Science Instructor Tiffany Carnes nominated Brooklyn for…
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