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Economic fall, job losses, speed of rebound
Barely more than a year after the coronavirus caused the steepest economic fall and job losses on record, the speed of the rebound has been so unexpectedly swift that many companies can’t fill jobs or acquire enough supplies to meet a pent-up burst of customer demand. “Things exploded — it was like a light switch,”…
Read MoreLady Hornets claim 11th District championship
It ain’t over ‘til it’s over and The Lady Hornets proved that when they battled deep into the night to claim the 11th District championship. Hancock County took a 9-6 victory over Meade County in nine innings to win the crown at Brandenburg Tuesday. The two teams fought through a drizzling rain and Lady Hornets…
Read MoreTindle throws shutout at Breck in district tourney
Brock Tindle displayed a touch of greatness when he threw a 2-hit shutout to lead Hancock County to a 2-0 victory over Breckinridge County in the 11th District Baseball Tournament semifinals Monday. The event was hosted by Meade County High School. “Brock wanted the ball and he threw well… he was in the zone. It…
Read MoreWhat I learned from dying; The lull
I’m a little more than a month into my little cancer journey, and now that the initial maelstrom is over I’ve reached a bit of a lull. It’s not relaxing and it doesn’t feel much like a break, but more like an in-between, sort of a wait and see. Each day has become a…
Read MoreHancock County selects new superintendent
The Hancock County Board of Education named current Ohio County High School Principal Robert “Robby” Asberry as the new superintendent of Hancock County Schools. He succeeds Kyle Estes whom announced his resignation earlier this year. Asberry’s contract runs through June 30, 2025. “It is a huge honor being named the Superintendent of Hancock County Schools,”…
Read MoreGillespie & Powers, Inc., signs five year lease in Hancock County
As the global economy recovers from the pandemic shutdown, Hancock County’s economy, namely its industry, is not only rebounding, but in some ways it is getting stronger with another new company locating and the existing ones returning to pre-COVID form. “We’ve come through 14 months of a pandemic and our business community is still relatively…
Read More2021 School Supply Support, School Bash
South Hancock FRC, North Hancock FRC and the Hancock County YSC are preparing for back to school in August. To ensure students are ready for the first day of school, Hancock County FRYSC will provide school supplies and community resource information to roughly 1,000 Hancock County students. If you have participated in the Back…
Read MoreWindward Heights Country Club, Pool Memberships
Windward Heights Country Club is a beautiful place to golf and swim in Hancock County. A regular membership includes all of the amenities. There are special rates for families. It’s a great place to have family reunions, birthday parties and pool parties. Windward Heights Country Club swimming pool opened Memorial Day weekend and will be…
Read More4J’s Supply, Grand Opening
4J’s Supply/Aces Boots and Sporting Goods 4J’s Supply/Aces Boots and Sporting Goods had their grand opening and ribbon cutting Thursday at the store in Lewisport. At center, holding the giant scissors, are owners Rob & Lisa McCormick. Their sons Justin, Jarrad, Jordan and Jon McCormick, along with many grandchildren, friends and local dignitaries were on…
Read MoreUpcoming Events, Hancock County
Monday, June 7, 2021 • 4-H Livestock Club meeting, Hancock County Fairgrounds Livestock barn, 6 p.m. • Hancock County Chamber of Commerce Dinner, Hancock County Fairgrounds, 6 p.m. Tuesday, June 8, 2021 • Hawesville City Council Meeting, City Hall, 6:30 p.m. Thursday, June 10, 2021 • 4-H Rabbit Club meeting, Hancock County Fairgrounds, 5 p.m.•…
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