Area News
Bob White retiring; Ministerial Association seeking new chairman
Lewisport Baptist Church’s retiring pastor, Bob White, is looking for someone to volunteer and fill his role as Chairman of the Hancock County Ministerial Association. “It’s a valid ministry in the county,” he said, “and it is needed. It’s a good opportunity for somebody to serve the Lord.” Bob began attending ministerial association meetings…
Read MoreHancock District Court docket; September 5, 2023
The Hancock County District Court docket for Tuesday, September 5, 2023. The Honorable Greg Vincent presiding. Probate The estate of Phillip David Ayers, settlement, order signed. The estate of Helen M. Fleming, probate hearing, order signed. The estate of Damon Thomas Gregory, probate hearing, order signed. The estate of Nancy S. Griffin, settlement. Continued to…
Read MoreTiffany’s Timeless Treasures
Tiffany’s Timeless Treasures, in Hawesville, offers wooden, laser engraved items such as ornaments, signs, door hangers, cutting boards, refrigerator magnets, and more, as well as fulfilling custom orders such as for photo engraving. Josh & Tiffany Abbott, husband and wife, work together in their family business. He does custom woodworking pieces, such as children’s chairs…
Read MoreSchool board sets tax rate one cent higher
The monthly Hancock County Board of Education Meeting was held on Thursday, August 31st. The board set the tax rate for 2023 at one cent higher than last year, which is a 1.4 percent higher rate than 2022. HCHS Principal Ginger Estes presented achievements made so far in this new school year at the high…
Read MoreArtist to paint Bourbon Barrels
Kentuckians are proud of our Kentucky heritage. United Way of the Ohio Valley, a local non-profit that raises money for over 50 non-profits in their six county region; Daviess, Hancock, McLean, Ohio, Union, and Webster will be bringing the tasteful Bourbon and rich Art history of Kentucky together in a special fundraiser event called…
Read MoreBeekeepers to meet Sept. 14th at Perry Central
The Perry County Beekeepers will have a meeting on September 14, at the Perry Central High School Agriculture building and you can enter through the front door. The meeting will start at 6:00 p. m. CST. We will have food at the meeting so bring a snack for everyone to enjoy. Topics covered will be…
Read MoreCentral Baptist Operation Inasmuch searching for volunteers
Central Baptist Church in Hawesville is having a Project Day for Operation Inasmuch United of Hancock County on Saturday, October 7th. All volunteers are welcome! Everyone will meet at 7 a.m. at Central Baptist Church Fellowship Hall. A breakfast will be provided and volunteers will head-out to work at around 7:45 a.m. “Project teams will…
Read MoreHistorical Society finalizes Sept 16th festival plans; door prizes, free food
On Saturday, September 16th, the Hancock County Historical Society will be celebrating their 50th Anniversary in downtown Hawesville, from noon to 4:00 p.m. All are welcome for a full day of historical stories, tours, local artwork, music, food and local vendors. Historian of the Year The Presentation of Historian of the Year will be held…
Read MoreDave Taylor Memorial brings in $8,200 for Aiden Fullenwider
The Hancock County community came together at South Hancock Park Saturday to support and raise money for one of our own in the 3 rd Annual Dave Taylor Memorial Softball Tournament. The event raised over $8,200 to help Aiden Fullenwider and his family with expenses as he bravely battles brain cancer. The…
Read MorePruitt couple delivers baby in middle of road on way to hospital
Little Brynlynn just could not wait! Zachary & Christina Pruitt’s daughter, Brynlynn, was determined to be born on Monday, August 28th it seems. The two found themselves birthing and delivering the baby together, all alone on the side of the road at around 4 a.m. before having a chance to make it to Deaconess…
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