Area News
Hawesville discusses increasing fees
A light agenda greeted Hawesville City Council members at their December meeting Tuesday evening. The only topic of discussion was a proposal by Hawesville Mayor Charles King to craft an ordinance to increase the water deposit fee on rental customers, and to require new homes to pay a $150 fee. “We are running into problems…
Read MoreSanta Claus is coming to Lewisport
You better watch out, you better not cry, you better not pout, I’m telling you why, Santa Claus is coming to Lewisport this Saturday, December 12, at 3 p.m. Santa will land at the Lewisport Community Center, and start his tour with a police and fire department escort, so be sure to listen for…
Read MoreDec. 15 Deadline approaching for federally subsidized health insurance
Kentucky Health News The deadline to enroll in federally subsidized health insurance for 2021 is fast approaching, with the last day Tuesday, Dec. 15 to sign up for coverage that starts Jan. 1. And while anyone already enrolled will automatically be re-enrolled in a 2021 marketplace plan, it is highly recommended that you check out…
Read MoreHealthy at Home Utility Relief Fund
Healthy at Home Utility Relief Fund: Access Encouraged For eligible Kentuckians needing financial assistance with water, wastewater, electric, or natural gas service during pandemic There’s help for Kentuckians who have fallen behind on paying for essential utilities. Titled the Healthy at Home Utility Relief Fund, it is in place to assist hard-pressed citizens across the…
Read MoreAleris has new name, Mike Keown President and CEO
With a nod to its history in Hancock County, on December 1, 2020 Aleris became Commonwealth Rolled Products and announced that county native Mike Keown will become president and CEO of the new company, both of which could introduce familiarity and stability after four years’ worth of buyout upheaval. The changes came as American…
Read MoreRiverview Restaurant closes, Owner wants to sell
A few weeks ago Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear ordered bars and restaurants to close to dine-in traffic, and only allowed them to offer take-out, outdoor seating or drive-thru service. These restrictions forced Riverview Restaurant to close its doors for good. “With this COVID thing going on, it has been kind of tough and we have…
Read MoreHornets’ season ends, 27-26 loss to Owensboro Catholic Aces
The Hornets and Aces played another game for the ages when they battled to the bitter end during a football playoff game at Hancock County’s Schafer–Glover Field Friday. This time Owensboro Catholic came out on top, winning by a final score of 27-26 to advance to the regional title game at Murray. Hancock County’s season…
Read MoreHancock Fiscal Court joins lobbying group
Hancock County Fiscal Court held its monthly night meeting Monday evening, and a light agenda greeted magistrates. The meeting started at 6 pm, and ended before 6:30 pm. Hancock County Judge/Executive Johnny “Chic” Roberts informed the court of a lobbying group being created by the Pennyrile Area Development District to help bring state monies to…
Read MoreClosed Senior Center continues to be active
The corona virus has affected many businesses all over the world, but we wanted to check in with our local businesses in Hancock County. During one interview with Lona Morton, Director of the Senior Center, we learned that when the Corona virus pandemic began, Governor Beshear said any person over the age of 60 who…
Read MoreHancock Library, Story-time and more
Children’s Crafts and Story-time Story-time Theme: Winter Craft: Hot Cocoa Thumbprint Ornament Bingo Cards: Hello Storytime friends! Beginning this week, when you stop by the library to grab your craft, be sure to grab a Storytime Bingo Card as well. When you watch Friday’s storytime, stick around until the very end to hear the secret…
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