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Winter Storm Blair Wreaks Havoc
Since Sunday, January 5th, Winter Storm Blair has been creating disaster across the Commonwealth of Kentucky. The accumulation of ice has resulted in close to one hundred thousand Kenergy Co-op members losing power in their homes and businesses over the last several days. There were approximately still 50,000 members without power on mid-day Monday. The…
Read MoreAutism Advocates create Inclusion and Support for families in the Community
By Jennifer Wimmer Autism Advocates of Hancock County was started last year by three local ladies, all mothers of autistic children, Chelsea Boling, Rachel Cox and Samantha Eckles. They have made quite a bit of progress in the community since first announcing the nonprofit on April 2nd of 2023, on World Autism Day. There are 3…
Read MoreCircuit Clerk Michael Boling outlines his main Goals for Second Term
By Jennifer Wimmer On Tuesday afternoon, December 17th, District Judge Daniel Boling swore-in his father, Michael Boling, to serve in his second term as Hancock County Circuit Court Clerk. “It is neat to have your son swear you in,” Michael said. “It’s something unique, and a very special moment for me. It’s really important to me that…
Read MoreLight Up the Square – This Friday in Downtown Hawesville!
Light Up the Square – THIS FRIDAY! The 2nd Annual Light Up the Square event will take place on Friday, December 13th, at the Courthouse Square in downtown Hawesville, from 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. The Community Tree Lighting will be at 6:30 p.m. Live Music & Holiday Treats Live Music will be provided by singer Kelly Turley…
Read MorePeer Mentor Program at HCMS Strengthens Positive Relationships
By Jennifer Wimmer The Peer Mentor Program at Hancock County Middle School began in 2018, and was led by Meggan Clark. This valuable program, fostering positive youth development, is now led by HCMS Special Education Teacher Sara Roberts. The 17 HCMS Students chosen for the 2024/2025 school year to serve on the Peer Mentor Program…
Read MoreNew Leadership, Familiar Dedication: HC’s Brandon Harley Becomes AACS CEO
By Jennifer Wimmer Hancock County native Brandon Harley has recently been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of Audubon Area Community Services (AACS), in Owensboro. Brandon graduated from Hancock County High School in 1995, and is the son of Rick and Kim Harley, former owners of the Video Corner, in Hawesville. He worked at…
Read MoreHonoring 50 Years of Lady Hornet Basketball: Alumni Join in the Celebration
By Chelsea Boling Join the Hancock County community this December as we celebrate a special milestone: 50 years of Lady Hornets basketball! Former players, coaches, and fans are all invited to be part of this event honoring the history and legacy of the Lady Hornets. Ceremony The celebration begins on Friday, December 6th, at 6:00…
Read MoreHancock County Voters Elect Wigginton as Magistrate, Taylor and Emmick to BOE, Keep Gregory as Mayor
By Jennifer Wimmer City of Lewisport Mayor Race Lewisport Mayor Chad Gregory, running for re-election to serve a sixth term, was challenged by Eddie Miller. Gregory won by 314 votes, and will continue to serve as Lewisport Mayor. Miller received 215 votes, and Gregory received 529. District 1 Magistrate Race Hancock County voters chose Brent Wigginton…
Read MoreHC Fiscal Court Addresses Diabetes Awareness, Road Improvements & Industrial Park Growth
By Jennifer Wimmer The Hancock County Fiscal Court met on Monday evening, October 28th, and read aloud, as they have each year, a Proclamation on Diabetes Awareness Month, which is in November. A Licensed Diabetes Educator spoke again this year at the meeting, Health Education Director & Public Information Officer with Green River District Health…
Read MoreHCHS Marching Band Places Third at Class 2A Finals in Louisville – Congratulations Students!
By Jennifer Wimmer The Hancock County High School Marching Band was one of the top 6 bands of the West region competing at the State Semifinals last weekend. They earned the Kentucky Music Education Association 2A West Regional Champion Award on October 19th, for their stellar performance in Bowling Green, which sent them to…
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