Area News
Lewisport Earns Excellent Financial Report Once Again
By Jennifer Wimmer The Lewisport City Council met on Thursday, March 20th, and the city has remained steady financially. This year’s audit report reflected that it was another great year, with no findings. The city has maintained a strong net position for many years now. The city’s complete audit presentation will be provided by CPA…
Read MoreGreat Leadership strengthens the Hancock County Agricultural Community
By Jennifer Wimmer As Kentucky celebrates All in for Ag Week, this is the perfect opportunity to showcase the Hancock County Extension Office, and Evan Tate, Agriculture and Natural Resources and 4-H Youth Development Agent. The many programs offered through the office are vital in maintaining a strong and thriving agricultural community in Hancock County,…
Read MoreFiscal Court seeks Funding for Inclusive Playground Equipment at Vastwood
By Jennifer Wimmer The Hancock County Fiscal Court met for their day meeting on Friday, March 7th, rescheduled from Monday, March 10th. They have been taking more steps toward improving Vastwood Park, which includes acquiring funding for inclusive playground equipment. Resolution 2025-02 At the last meeting in February, Resolution 2025-02 was adopted, which authorized the…
Read MoreDr. Nathan James Brings Expertise to Complete Wellness
Dr. Nathan James, DC, has been a practicing chiropractor for over ten years, and began at Complete Wellness Medical + Chiropractic on February 1st of this year. He is now practicing at the Hawesville and Tell City locations. Nathan, or “Dr. Nate,” as his clients call him, was born and raised in Rockport, Indiana. He…
Read MoreBaby Miya Bill Sponsored by Representative Scott Lewis
By Jennifer Wimmer Kentucky House Bill 574, aimed at further protecting children who are neglected and abused, was introduced on February 14th. Representative Scott Lewis was the primary co-sponsor of the bill, which will be called the “Baby Miya Bill,” in honor of the late eight-month-old Miya Rudd, of Ohio County, who was found deceased…
Read MoreHistoric Flooding Leads to State of Emergency in Kentucky
Rainfall began Friday evening, February 14th, and continued through Saturday in the Commonwealth. Over 300 roads were closed in Kentucky, as of Sunday morning. Governor Andy Beshear declared the state of emergency for the Commonwealth on Sunday, February 16th, and President Donald J. Trump quickly approved an Emergency Declaration for Kentucky on the same day.…
Read MoreMayor McCormick’s Address at Chamber Breakfast
By Jennifer Wimmer January 14th at the Hancock County Career Center. Lewisport Mayor Chad Gregory and Hancock County Judge-Executive Johnny “Chic” Roberts spoke, and the details of those speeches were provided in a previous edition of The Clarion. Hawesville Mayor Rob McCormick talked about building pride, making progress, and persisting in order to continue to…
Read MoreA Family Tradition: The Stroup Story
By Natalie Bland On Monday, February 2nd, the Agricultural Communication class from Hancock County High School visited the Main Terminal of First Class Services(FCS) in Lewisport, KY. President and CEO, Randy Stroup was accompanied by his son and daughter, Tanner Stroup and Cessilee Blair. During their visit, these Ag students were informed on the history…
Read MoreNew Trophy Showcase at HCHS
By Jennifer Wimmer The beautiful new trophy showcase at Hancock County High School is now completed, and displays the legacy of Hornet Champions throughout the years. Commonwealth Rolled Products donated the funding to make this possible, and Hancock County District 1 Magistrate Brent Wigginton volunteered his time to build the shelves for the display area.…
Read MoreHancock County Native Rebecca Stoen Named OMFA Education Director
By Jennifer Wimmer Rebecca Stoen, Hancock County native, began in her new position as the Director of Education at the Owensboro Museum of Fine Art (OMFA) on January 13th, 2025. “I’m really excited about this opportunity,” Rebecca said. “I think there is outreach that needs to be done within our community, and surrounding communities. That’s…
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