Area News
Local artifacts displayed at 2nd annual Museum Open House
The Christmas Open House at the Hancock County Museum was a success again this year. There was a good turnout of people enjoying the lovely Christmas decorations, music, refreshments and many displays. The museum caboose was decked out with greenery and a beautiful Christmas tree, along with interesting local historical artifacts for patrons to view…
Read MoreHeartland Villa Center recognized as a Best Nursing Home for 2024
Heartland Villa Center in Lewisport Kentucky announced today it has been recognized as a Best Nursing Home for 2024 by U.S. News & World Report. Since 2009, U.S. News’ annual Best Nursing Homes ratings have assisted consumers in need of either short-term rehabilitation or long-term care for themselves or a family member. Heartland Villa Center…
Read MoreGetting to know you; Bruce Pryor, Jr.
Bruce Pryor, Jr., from Hawesville, known affectionately as “Brucie” to his family and friends, just celebrated his 44th birthday on Monday. Bruce is an amazing and inspiring person for all who are blessed to know this man. Since age 21, he has chosen to live as independently as possible despite the challenges of cerebral…
Read MoreSanta Sacks Giveaway; visit Hancock County Food Pantry
The wonderful Santa Sacks Christmas assistance giveaway is Thursday, December 21st. In order to be included on the list for the food giveaway (if you’re not already signed-up through HC Schools or St. Vincent DePaul), please remember to visit the Hancock County Food Pantry in the month of November. Julie Newton, Coordinator for Audubon Area…
Read MoreHealthForce hopes to inspire students to pursue careers in health care
HealthForce One, a mobile technology center through the HealthForce Kentucky Program, was available for students to explore at the Winter Community Pep Rally on the HCMS/HCHS Campus Monday, November 27th. The mobile center offers simulations for a hands-on experience with real feature cadavers, 3D anatomy and more. HealthForce Kentucky was created to inspire students to…
Read MoreHigh speed internet beginning to hook up homes in Hancock
The roll-out of fiber high-speed internet is well underway in Hancock County. Kenergy announced the partnership with internet service provider Conexon Connect about a year and a half ago, and Ervin Cable Company, contracted by Conexon, began installing fiber in early October on Hwy 69 in the southern areas of the county. Judge-Executive Johnny “Chic”…
Read MoreHancock County Christmas parades; Hawesville and Lewisport
Christmas Parades in Hawesville & Lewisport Entries Due Nov 27th A Small Town Christmas is the theme for the Hancock County parades this year. Entry forms for the Hawesville & Lewisport Christmas Parades can be found at Hawesville City Hall & Lewisport City Hall. Entrees must be filled out and turned in to City Hall…
Read MoreHoliday Vendor Market; Small Business Saturday – November 25th
Hancock County Chamber of Commerce presents the Holiday Vendor Market; Small Business Saturday – Nov. 25th Twenty-eight vendors will be set up at Hawesville Baptist Life Center on Saturday, November 25th from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. for the Chamber of Commerce Holiday Vendor Market on Small Business Saturday. No admission to visit vendors! Sunny Daze food…
Read MoreLewisport City updates; new Lewisport Police Officer Nick Jarboe
At the Lewisport City Council Meeting on Thursday, November 16th, it was announced that preparations are already underway for another wonderful, annual Christmas in the Park event in downtown Lewisport, Friday, December 1st, from 6-9 p.m. In addition, the Public Works crew has done an excellent job decorating the city with Christmas lights. Congrats to…
Read MoreGingerbread House Contest; Entries due on November 30th
Gingerbread House Contest There is a Gingerbread House Contest happening at the Hancock County Farm Museum in downtown Lewisport. Would you like to try your skills at making a gingerbread house? To enter the annual Gingerbread House Contest. all entries must be submitted to the Hancock County Farm Museum in Lewisport no later than Thursday,…
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