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HCMS Lady Hornets 8th grade wins 35-10

The HCMS Lady Hornets 8th grade basketball team utilized a 10-0 third quarter run to pull away for a 35-10 win over Cloverport here Monday. Ansley Chappell was off to a hot start, scoring five first quarter points to lead Hancock County to a 5-4 advantage. Jaylee Johnson and Chappell connected on two field goals…

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Kentucky’s Deer Season is now open

Essential information you need to know before going afield   FRANKFORT, Ky. (Sept. 1, 2023) — Archery season for deer opens Sept. 2, the official launch of Kentucky’s 2023-24 deer season. The state is home to a bountiful herd of white-tailed deer, offering many enjoyable hunting opportunities and providing a sustainable source of healthy meat…

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Hancock County Hornets knock off rival Breck County 22-12

The HCHS Hornet defense was again on display when Hancock County defeated Breckinridge County 22-12 in a game played between longtime rivals at GN Excavating Stadium Friday. “It feels good. It’s not always pretty but we’re 2-0 on our brand new field and we’re proud of that,” HCHS coach Bobby Eubanks said. The defense set…

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Getting To Know You; Rodney Alsop

Rodney Alsop was raised in Hawesville, then he and his family moved to Florida after his sophomore year of high school. He visits often and says his roots are here in Hancock County. Just recently, he traveled with his wife, Alice, to attend his 50 year high school reunion with schoolmates from HCHS, at Windward…

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Fish and Wildlife to open two new areas for hunting

Fish And Wildlife Announces Land Acquisition For Yellowbank FRANKFORT (08/29/23) – The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife has announced acquisition of land in Breckinridge County for the Yellowbank Wildlife Management Area. Two new properties will open to public access September 1, providing more opportunities for hunting – including archery deer season. One property, the…

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Lewko ties record, Hornets win Border Cup matches

  Dec Lewko tied a school record and the Hornet golf team won the Border Cup matches played against Breckinridge County. The event was held at Windward Heights Country Club on Aug. 15 and concluded at Breckinridge Community Center Golf Course on Aug. 18. Lewko led Hancock County with a 39 at WHCC on Aug.…

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Getting to Know You; John Hall

  John Hall began as Pastor of Hilldale United Methodist Church in Lewisport 6 weeks ago. Hall has been in ministry for almost 40 years.   “This is the first appointment I’ve had that has moved me close to where I grew up,” he said. “My goal is always to show how the Bible and…

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Bowling Green wins Schoolboy Classic with record score

The HCHS golf team’s season is underway and the Hornets placed fifth in the annual Schoolboy Classic played at Windward Heights Country Club Saturday. Dec Lewko led the team with a 2-over par round of 74. Bowling Green won the team title with a record low score of 3-under par 285. The individual medalist was…

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HCHS boys tennis team beat Union 3-2

The HCHS boys tennis team took a 3-2 win over Union County during a match played at Vastwood Park, March 28. Preston Blanton dropped his #1 singles match 2-8 to Kaleb Rust and Caleb Ewing lost 1-8 to JJ Raney. After that it was all Hancock County as the boys doubles teams won three straight…

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Hancock County Devyn Powers breaks record with 11 3’s

Devyn Powers broke a school record when he hit 11 3-point baskets during an 83-52 win over Cloverport in the 11th District tournament at Cloverport Tuesday. Hancock County (17-11) will play Breckinridge County in the championship game at Cloverport at 6pm Friday. Breck beat Meade County 47-46 in Tuesday’s late game. “I was really happy…

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