McLean County
HC Middle School girls battle with McLean County
McLean County used a 14-3 second quarter run to take the lead during a 38-20 win over the Lady Hornets 8th grade team at HCMS Monday. Hancock County held the early lead behind the play of Jaylee Johnson and Ansley Chappell. The 8th graders scored four points each to give the Lady Hornets an 8-7…
Read MoreC. Waitman Taylor historical Beachaump estate sold to Senator Boswell
Senator Boswell Purchases C. Waitman Taylor property with Historic Beauchamp House Kentucky Senator Gary Boswell has recently purchased the entire C. Waitman Taylor property and historic Beauchamp House located at 48 State Route KY-3543, off Hwy. 60 between Hawesville and Lewisport. “I was very good friends with Waitman Taylor,” Boswell said, “and I’ve known his…
Read MoreUnited Way Giving Campaign 2023/24 Has Begun
United Way Giving Campaign 2023/24 Has Begun The United Way Campaign Kick-Off for 2023-2024 began on Friday, August 18th. This year’s campaign entitled, “Why I Give” is focused on each person’s understanding of why it is important to give back to help others in need, as well as how they can inspire others. This campaign…
Read MoreHigh Speed Internet coming to Hancock County; important to sign up now
Hancock County Chamber sponsor, Kenergy, presented details on high speed internet for the county at the Hancock County Chamber of Commerce Picnic, Tuesday, August 8th. Leslie Barr, Kenergy’s Communications & Public Relations Specialist, spoke along with Leslye Krampe, Business Development Manager at Conexon, to inform the audience on the progress in connecting homes and…
Read MoreTrack; HCHS Girls 4×800 meter relay team wins
The HCHS girls track team competed in the March Madness Classic at the Mustang Stadium in Greenville Thursday. “We had a lot of outstanding performances,” Hancock coach Wes Meserve said. “Lexus Ralph led by example as a veteran senior with the top 400 meter time in our region and second fastest 200m times. She and…
Read MoreHancock County Fiscal Court; Cost for damages in county, new Vastwood playground
Hancock County Fiscal Court met on Monday morning, March 13th. Judge/Executive Johnny Roberts said they are still estimating what the costs will be to repair damages in the county after the severe wind storm on Friday, March 3rd. “What we have to do is file an emergency declaration,” Roberts said. “We’re trying to get a…
Read MoreDefense key in Lady Hornets 50-35 win over McLean Co.
Lily Roberts scored 18 points and the Lady Hornets varsity played well on the defensive end of the court to win 50-35 over McLean County here Saturday. “I thought we played our best overall team defense of the year,” HCHS coach Kevin Husk said. “We’ve been battling sickness all week and only had…
Read MoreHCHS Marching Band Wins First Place; Best Color Guard, Best Percussion, Grand Champion at McLean
The Hancock County High School Marching Band’s last competition was at McLean County on Saturday evening, October 8 and they won First Place in Class A, Best Color Guard, Best Percussion and Overall Grand Champion! Congratulations HCHS Marching Band students! HCHS Band Director Zachary Buskill said the students did very well and that their…
Read MoreMcLean controls the clock in 21-14 win over Hornets
McLean County utilized offensive ball control and solid defense to defeat Hancock County 21-14 during a district football game played at Calhoun Thursday. The Cougars improved their season record to 7-1 (2-1) while the Hornets slipped to 6-2 overall and 1-2 in District 2. “This was a tough one. McLean had a good game plan…
Read MoreVolleyball girls win big on Senior Night
The HCHS Lady Hornets varsity volleyball team did not disappoint when they hosted their Senior Night games at the high school last week. Hancock County defeated McLean County in straight sets, winning 25-12, 26-24 and 25-17. Several Lady Hornets players had big games, including Brooke Toler who had one kill, two assists, three service aces…
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