Area News
Steps constructed to the top of Jeffreys Cliff
Last week workers constructed a series of steps to the top of Jeffreys Cliff at the Mossy Gap area. The flight of stairs takes advantage of three natural terraces as it winds its way up the cliff face. A small ridge about 40 feet tall sits at this point, and the stairs sit on top…
Read MoreLewisport man leads low-speed chase through three counties
A Lewisport man led police on a long but slow speed chase Saturday morning after being found asleep at the wheel in the middle of the road. Layne G. Neal, 26, was found sleeping at the wheel of his Volkswagen in the 6700 block of state Route 144 after deputies with Daviess County Sheriff’s Department…
Read MoreStep back and reflect this Memorial Day
Over the past couple of months, I have used this column to share information with you some of the legislation we passed during the 2021 Regular Session, as well as some of the issues that our state is facing now. This week, I would like to take a break from policy and legislation to reflect…
Read MoreHancock Library, friendly reminder
Library Friendly Reminder Lewisport Branch is CLOSED as we transition over to the new library. All other services will carry on as usual in Hawesville and with the Bookmobile. If you have any questions, please call us at (270) 927-6760. NOW AVAILABLE TO CHECK OUT! Movie and Bowling Passes The Library has passes for Cinema…
Read MoreHancock County, upcoming events,
Thursday, May 27, 2021 • Hancock County Board of Education meeting, Hancock County High School Commons Area, 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 8, 2021 • Hawesville City Council Meeting, City Hall, 6:30 p.m. Monday, June 14, 2021 • Hancock County Fiscal Court meeting, third floor county administration building fiscal court meeting room, 9 a.m. Thursday, June…
Read More4-H News, May 20, 2021
Kaxton Knight plants a tomato in the raised bed garden at the Middle School. The raised beds are a Salsa Garden project and are collaboration between 4-H and the HCMS Youth Services Center. 4-H Archery The 4-H Archery practices are starting! If you would like to join 4-H Archery, please contact our office at…
Read MoreLewisport city projects revenue surplus
The Lewisport City Council held the first reading of ordinance 21-3, the proposed budget for fiscal year 2021-2022, during its regularly scheduled city council meeting May 20. The city projects revenues of $2,833,350 versus expenses of $2,552,969 for the upcoming fiscal year, which leaves a projected surplus of $280,381. Only the Heritage Festival line item…
Read MoreHancock Fiscal Court meeting
A very light agenda greeted members of the Hancock County Fiscal Court when it met in session at 3 p.m. Monday afternoon. The court approved a budget amendment, agreed to hire employees for the Hancock County Road Department and hire summer help. The county approved a budget amendment in the amount of $847,073. The money…
Read MoreLewisport Council members question new driveway
Lewisport Council members Mary Hawkins and Mary Rummage brought up the issue of a new driveway constructed at the John Cason and Christie Critcheloe residence at 110 4th Street in Lewisport. Hawkins and Rummage think the driveway encroaches several feet onto city property at the entrance to the old boat ramp at Millennium Park, and…
Read MoreHancock District Court Docket, May 19, 2021
The Hancock County District Court Arraignment Docket for Wednesday, May 19, 2021. The Honorable John McCarty presiding. Probate Court The estate of Denford C. Sanders, case scheduled for a probate hearing. Order signed, administrator appointed, written oath administered and bond signed. The estate of Judith Anne Roberts, case scheduled for settlement. Final settlement order accepted…
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