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Kentucky House Bill 71, if passed would devastate state weekly newspapers
If Kentucky House Bill 71 is passed, how will that affect small newspapers and also, how will it affect you, as citizens, and how you receive important information from government agencies in your county and state? I had the opportunity to ask Dave Thompson this question. Thompson is the Executive Director of the Kentucky Press…
Read MoreHancock County Fair recognized at the Ky Association Fairs
The Hancock County Fair was recognized at the Ky Association Fairs and Horse Shows 74th Annual Convention at the Galt House Saturday. The Hancock County Fair was one of 8 county fairs awarded the “All Kentucky Fair” title. The Fair also received “Most Progressive Fair Zone 1 Division A.” Fairboard members pictured with the awards…
Read MoreKentucky Attorney General, Daniel Cameron, visits Hancock County
Daniel Cameron (37), 51st Attorney General of Kentucky and 2023 candidate for KY Governor was traveling through Hancock County on Thursday, January 12th and stopped in the Clarion for an interview. Cameron is the first African American AG of KY and has served in the office since 2020. He was also one of only 20 potential…
Read MoreQuilts of Valor Award Ceremony in Hawesville
Jennifer Bippus, Group Leader for the Louisville Quilts of Valor Foundation (QOVF), led a Quilts of Valor Award Ceremony on Sunday, January 15th at the old courthouse in Hawesville at 12:30 p.m. Hancock County Veterans Carroll Craig, Carlos Newton, L.T. Newton and Michael Newton were each awarded with a beautiful Quilt of Valor (QOV). Carroll…
Read MoreHancock Fiscal Court hears plans to upgrade emergency readiness
Hancock County Fiscal Court met on Monday morning, January 9th, 2023. This was the first meeting for the 2 newly elected magistrates, Gary Baker (representing District 4) and John Garner (District 1). Those two seats were previously held by L.T. Newton and Wayne Hodskins. HC EMA Update Hancock County Emergency Management Director Kyle Veach provided…
Read MoreStephanie Lamar named as Victim’s Advocate
Stephanie Lamar is the first to hold the position of Victim’s Advocate in Hancock County, and started on Monday, January 2nd, 2023. Hancock County Attorney Paul Madden, Jr. said that Stephanie’s general responsibilities will be to keep the victim informed of the nature of court proceedings so that they can understand. “Because often lay persons…
Read MoreWidening of Hwy 60; new police officer discussed at Hawesville council meeting
Hawesville City Council met on Tuesday evening, January 10th. Newly elected Hawesville Mayor Robbie McCormick and newly elected council member, Justin Basham, along with council members Wayne Herndon, Tracy Johnson, Pat “Junnie” Morris, Kevin Linn and Danny Doyle were joined by Matt Curtis, co-owner of Bluegrass Engineering, who has been working with Hawesville and Matt…
Read MoreAn interview with Wazeem Raheem
Wazeem Raheem (32), or “Zeem” as he says many call him, is co-owner of Bill’s on the Hill in Hawesville Kentucky, along with Mafaz Ansar. His native country is Sri Lanka, but now most of his family lives in Dubai. He is dedicated to excellence in his businesses and is a very interesting…
Read MoreRisks of Fentanyl to teens
We Need to Educate the Kids Ladies and gentlemen: the story you are about to read is true, only the names have been changed to protect the family. My first cousin, Jean, was like my big sister. When we were young we lived near each other and spent a lot of time together. One…
Read MoreLady Hornets win All “A” Regional
The Lady Hornets followed up their big win last week with another huge victory when they won the All “A” Classic 3rd Region Tournament at Cloverport on Wednesday, Jan. 4. Hancock County came from behind to win 37-26 over Edmonson County in the title game. “I thought we looked a little flat…
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