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100 Mile Club encourages summer fitness in Hancock County

The Hancock County Health Coalition has launched its annual 100 Mile Club, encouraging residents to stay active throughout the summer. The program began Memorial Day, May 25, and runs through Labor Day, Sept. 7. Participants may register at the Hancock County Public Library, Poole’s Pharmacy, Hancock County Senior Services or Rehabilitation & Performance Institute. Mileage…

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Riddle of the Week

Last Week’s Riddle: Lasting just two exciting moments, yet crowning a lifelong dream. Beneath twin spires, where roses and bright hats gleam. Stuart Spindel, Kara Eckles, Merranda Smith, Diane Perkins, Sheila Murphy, Lisa Harris and Michael Nugent guessed it! ANSWER: The Kentucky Derby Run for the Roses. This Week’s Riddle: Twins divided, fate their guide. In shadowed truth, their paths collide. A…

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Riddle of the Week

Last Week’s Riddle: I tiptoe in on pranks and fun, then number days that swiftly run. I juggle blooms with coats still near — took the wheel from March Madness and continued to steer. Lisa Harris and Diane Perkins guessed it! ANSWER: April. This Week’s Riddle: Dressed in silver, humming a tune, beneath the glow of the shining moon. Bothering the sleeping…

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Riddle of the Week

Last Week’s Riddle: He defeated our enemy, in the flesh. Sent by God (Abba), who loves us best. The Lion of Judah and Commander in Chief. Through Him we triumph by faith and belief. Merranda Smith and Diane Perkins guessed it! ANSWER: Christ Jesus (Yeshua). This Week’s Riddle: I tiptoe in on pranks and fun, then number days that swiftly run.…

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Riddle of the Week

Last Week’s Riddle: I follow a shepherd through trouble and calm. He guards me while singing a song. When shadows grow longer, I still hear his call. He runs through the darkness to find me if I fall. What animated character am I? Merranda Smith guessed it! ANSWER: Tali the lamb in “Young David,” on Angel Studios. This…

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Riddle of the Week

Last Week’s Riddle: I once thought winning was all I’d need, until a quiet small town slowed down my speed. Now trophies dull and bright lights dim, but friends stay keen and I ride with them. What animated character am I? ANSWER: Lightning McQueen in “Cars.” This Week’s Riddle: I follow a shepherd through trouble and calm. He guards me…

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Riddle of the Week

Last Week’s Riddle:  I’m born of green but die of gold, and bundle up before the cold. I keep the herd through winter’s stay, though I myself have gone away. Merranda Smith, Diane Perkins and Sheila Murphy guessed it! ANSWER: grass/hay bales. This Week’s Riddle: I once thought winning was all I’d need, until a quiet small town slowed down my speed.…

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Riddle of the Week

Last Week’s Riddle: Balancing with grace, yet vanishing soon without a trace. Day and night in perfect tune. This measured shift will happen soon. Diane Perkins and Chris Sterett guessed it! ANSWER: spring equinox. This Week’s Riddle: I’m born of green but die of gold, and bundle up before the cold. I keep the herd through winter’s stay, though I myself have…

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Riddle of the Week

Last Week’s Riddle: I follow when the frost retreats, yet roar before the calm repeats. I bridge the cold and budding earth; the halfway home to springtime’s birth. What am I? Merranda Smith and Diane Perkins guessed it! ANSWER: March. This Week’s Riddle: Balancing with grace, yet vanishing soon without a trace. Day and night in perfect tune. This measured shift will happen…

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Riddle of the Week

Last Week’s Riddle: Top hat intact and telling no lies, under dismal moonlit skies. His axe struck fear where shadows creep. What tale is this where vampires dare not sleep? Diane Perkins guessed it! ANSWER: Seth Grahame‑Smith’s novel Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter (2010). This Week’s Riddle: I follow when the frost retreats, yet roar before the calm repeats. I bridge the…

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