Lewisport Lions Club
Hank Shillinglaw
Henry “Hank” Martin Shillinglaw, 94, of Hawesville, passed away on Tuesday, January 23, 2024 at his home. He was born in Madison, Wisconsin on November 13, 1929 to the late Earl and Erna Shillinglaw. Hank was a member of Lewisport United Methodist Church and was retired from Commonwealth Aluminum. He graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree…
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 MoreLewisport Heritage Festival receives big crowds, big success
Lewisport City Administrator Jason Roberts said the 2023 Heritage Festival went very well, and the weather was perfect. “It was the first festival I’ve worked where we didn’t have to worry about a chance for rain at some point,” he said. “We had a record number of vendors including food and crafts. New…
Read MoreRobert “Bobby” Hicks Fallin
Robert “Bobby” Hicks Fallin was a devoted husband, loving father, and grandfather. He will be sorely missed by his wife, children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, siblings, cousins, nieces and nephews, friends, and pets. Bobby entered into the kingdom of Heaven on March 9, 2023. Bobby was born to Irene Francis Holder Fallin and James Taylor Fallin…
Read MoreLewisport Lions Club Awarded Club Excellence
The Lewisport Lions Club was awarded Club Excellence last week. Multiple District 43 Governor, Jimmy Tipton, presented awards of excellence to eight out of over 70 clubs in the district. Upon receiving the esteemed award on behalf of the Lewisport Lions Club, President Kasey Emmick was awarded with a banner patch and pin. According to…
Read MoreChristmas in the Park in Lewisport was a Huge Hit
Christmas in the Park in downtown Lewisport last Friday evening, was a huge hit. Brent Wigginton, Lewisport City Manager, said that the event, “was a great way to kick off the season.” The evening started with a Tree Lighting. Many brought edible ornaments for wildlife, to decorate the tree. There were local craft and food…
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,”…
Read MoreChamber names Newton Citizen of The Year
Pictured form left: Pam Bolen, Bradley Laslie, Kerstyn Dillon, Ashley Laslie, Jay Newton, Julie Newton, award recipient, AJ Newton and Alesha Newton. The Hancock County Chamber of Commerce named Julie Newton as its 2021 Citizen of The Year at its annual dinner at the Hancock County Fairgrounds Monday evening. Newton serves as the Audubon Area…
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