2025 has brought major milestones in service, education, infrastructure and community life in Hancock County. As 2026 begins, county leaders and residents look forward to building on that momentum.

He comes from a long line of Hancock County sheriffs, including his cousins, current Sheriff Dale Bozarth and former Sheriff ...

As a junior, DeJarnette earned first chair alto saxophone in the KMEA All-State Concert Band and ranked among the top five alto saxophonists statewide, tying with two other students for the ...

Hawesville Police Chief B.J. Burton is also involved in the initiative and has provided a donation bin that is located at ...

Lewisport’s grand marshal, Hancock County Public Libraries and Chamber Executive Director Tina Snyder, rode in this year’s parade on the city’s newly restored oldest fire engine. Gregory said Snyder ...

Three longtime employees at Commonwealth Rolled Products’ Lewisport plant are the first Ivy Tech Community College students ...

Hancock County High School graduate Ashley Rudd was among those recognized last week for completing the Kentucky ...

The board reviewed two bids, approving a $25,000 cost for the test drilling, which is scheduled for January 2026. Results are expected to be ready by Jan. 31. The board approved Geothermal Solutions ...

Ray was preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, Ella Adkins; son, Mark Adkins; granddaughter, April Adkins; great grandson, Rowan Adkins; siblings, Sammy Adkins, Marlene McCaslin, Mary Jo Estes, ...

Lewisport, passed away peacefully on December 15, 2025 at the Heartford House in Owensboro, KY. She was born in Lewisport, Ky ...