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Hancock County Schools and student-related Events
Congratulations! The Hancock County 4H team won the Team Challenge Camp in Dawson Springs! The traveling trophy was brought home by HCMS students: Henry Proctor, Callie Kessinger and Bella Kessans. HCHS student, Preston Blanton, assisted during the day. September 19 – September 23 North Hancock Elementary School invited grandparents in to eat lunch and enjoy…
Read MoreTrailer and RV burned to ground Sunday, September 18; Tick Ridge Road
Just South of Hawesville on Tick Ridge Road, an old trailer and RV caught fire and both burned to the ground Sunday morning, September 18 at around 10:00 a.m. No one was living in either of the structures. Justin Edge, the owner of the RV, lives a little over a mile away on the other…
Read MoreHancock County Accident Reports
9-13-2022 – Very Severe Collision at 12:00 p.m. CST – Going Straight Ahead Traveling East at between 40 & 50 mph – Shawn T. Ames of Cannelton – LT Truck (Van/Sports Utility/Pickup) – Environmental Factor was Sun Glare – Bob’s Towing & Recovery towed vehicle. 2009 Silver Chevrolet Traverse/Indiana. 9-13-2022 – Angle Collision on Roadway…
Read MoreTell City vs. Hancock is Friday night!
The Tell City Marksmen will cross the Lincoln Trail Bridge Friday night for a much anticipated football game with the unbeaten Hornets. This will be the first ever contest between the two teams. “We’ve worked for years to get them on the schedule, because we knew it would be a good gate for both schools,…
Read MoreHancock Fiscal Court surprised at cost of new ambulance
Hancock County Fiscal Court met on Monday, September 12 and discussed with paramedic Damian Rice, Director of HC EMS/911, the need for a new ambulance and the shockingly high cost of the vehicle. There are currently 4 ambulances in the County and one of those vehicles needs to be replaced. Purchasing the new vehicle would…
Read MoreGetting to know you: Ami Hunt
Ami Hunt was born and raised in Lewisport. She is the daughter of Keith and the late Donna Westerfield. “We were very family-oriented and involved with the community,” she said. “I guess that’s why I’ve never left. My heart’s in Lewisport.” Growing up, Ami said her community felt like a “big family”. “We always…
Read MoreDixon throws 4 TDs; Hornets win 50-0
Cole Dixon threw four touchdowns passes and ran for another to lead the Hornets to a 50-0 win over Edmonson County at Schafer–Glover Field Friday. Hancock County improved to 4-0 on the season with the win. The Hornets opened the scoring with a Dixon to Landen Garrison 41-yard TD pass on the first drive of…
Read MoreLewko leads golf team at All “A” state
Dec Lewko led the Hornet golf team with a round of 79 during the All “A” Classic state tournament Saturday. The 1-day event was held at Gibson Bay Golf Course in Richmond, KY. HCHS coach Danny Gray, who has taken over for the retired Dave Cowden, talked about the trip to Richmond. “We went up…
Read MoreGirls beat McLean, fall in All “A” Classic
The HCHS Lady Hornets varsity volleyball team knocked off McLean County during matches played at Calhoun last Thursday. It was a clean sweep for all three Hancock County teams on the night. The varsity team has now won three of its last four matches under coach Bailey Weikel. The varsity girls won in straight…
Read MoreChestnut Grove Baptist Church will have Revival
Chestnut Grove Baptist Church will have Revival starting Wednesday September 14th thru Sunday September 18th. Services will begin each night at 6:00pm. On Sunday September 18th we will have Steve Bridgemon performing at 9:30 am and then worship service at 10:30 at 967 S Chestnut Grove Rd, Lewisport, KY. Lunch will be provided immediately following…
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