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Stephanie Lamar named as Victim’s Advocate

Stephanie Lamar is the first to hold the position of Victim’s Advocate in Hancock County, and started on Monday, January 2nd, 2023. Hancock County Attorney Paul Madden, Jr. said that Stephanie’s general responsibilities will be to keep the victim informed of the nature of court proceedings so that they can understand. “Because often lay persons…

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Small Biz Saturday a success, one owner encourages local support

The Hancock County Chamber of Commerce Small Business Saturday and Market Days at the Lewisport Lions Community Center were a success this past weekend. Joanne Shiver, who operates JJ’s Pizza in Lewisport, said it is important for local citizens to support small businesses, and even that businesses support one another. “We have always gotten good…

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Small Business Saturday, Market Day this weekend

The Hancock County Chamber of Commerce Small Business Saturday and Market Day events will be this Saturday, November 27. The business event will be at various participating businesses throughout Hancock County, and the Chamber will have registration available to receive a $25 gift certificate to be used at any member businesses at each Small Business…

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Hancock County Fiscal approves four-way stop at airport entrance



The intersection of Lee Henderson Road and Airport Road near Lewisport will become a four-way stop following approval by Hancock County Fiscal Court. Judge-Executive Judge-Executive Johnny “Chic” Roberts, Jr., said the roads have become very busy recently with construction and industry traffic in the area. The hope is the four-way stop will slow down traffic…

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United Way awards Hancock County

HEART OF THE COMMUNITY AWARD This was established as an individual award. It is given to express sincere gratitude for many years of hard work, loyalty, and dedicated service while serving the people of Hancock County and United Way. (Established in 2010 in honor of Tammy Miller and others that may follow in her footsteps.)…

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