Hancock County Fair
2024 Hancock County Fair; dates set
The Hancock County Fair Board already has the dates set for next year’s county fair! The 2024 Hancock County Fair will be held Wednesday, July 31st- Saturday, August 3rd. “There’s a possibility we may even stretch it out a little bit longer, earlier in the week as well,” Board Vice President Scott Basham said. If…
Read MoreBob White retiring; Ministerial Association seeking new chairman
Lewisport Baptist Church’s retiring pastor, Bob White, is looking for someone to volunteer and fill his role as Chairman of the Hancock County Ministerial Association. “It’s a valid ministry in the county,” he said, “and it is needed. It’s a good opportunity for somebody to serve the Lord.” Bob began attending ministerial association meetings…
Read MoreHancock County Fair board looking for another big turnout; August 2nd-5th
Nearly 9,000 people enjoy the Hancock County Fair every year, and a similar large attendance is expected for this year’s fair on August 2nd-5th. It is the highlight of summer for many, and projected to be the best one yet. “The ride company (Casey Rides) is here,” Fair Board Vice President Scott Basham said. “They’ve…
Read MoreHancock County Fair opens next week; won state level awards 4 years running
Volunteers and fair board members were working again last Saturday at the fairgrounds in preparedness for the Hancock County Fair happening on August 2nd-5th. Fair Board President, Greg Wettstain, and V.P., Scott Basham, said they hope for this fair to better than ever. The HC Fair has won state level awards 4 years running, including…
Read MoreHancock County Fair Board receives large donations for needed improvements
The Hancock County Fair Board received large donations for needed improvements. Hancock County Fair won Most Progressive Fair, for Zone 1, Division 8 at the Kentucky State Fair Convention last year, putting our local fair at the Top 6 of the 83 KY County Fairs, as well as winning state level awards for four years…
Read MoreJohn Robert Brown
John Robert Brown died peacefully on February 9, 2023 with his family at his side at the Heartford House residential facility of Hospice of Western Kentucky in Owensboro, Kentucky. He was born on April 27, 1929 to John Robert and Georgia Jane Jump Brown in Hardin County, Kentucky. John’s father was a farmer with a…
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 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 MoreBoard continues prep for 2022 Hancock County Fair
By C. Josh Givens The Hancock County Fair Board continues to finalize plans for the 2022 Hancock County Fair, which is set for Aug. 3-6. Newly-elected Board President Greg Wettstain and Vice President Scott Basham said Tuesday the Board is striving to keep the fair “traditional” in the memories of fairgoers, while bringing new attractions…
Read MoreHancock County Fair attendance, best ever
CHAMPION FAIR BABY BOY According to estimates, well over 9,000 people attended the 2021 Hancock County Fair. This number counts both paid attendance and people such as workers, law enforcement and other emergency service personnel the work to keep people safe and the fair functioning smoothly. “I think it was probably the best we ever had,”…
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