The Hancock County Board of Education swore in its newest Board of Education member at Monday’s meeting. Jack Crow will replace Gerard Spencer, the Butler District member who resigned to take a position with the school system as safety coordinator…
Kennsington McConnachie signed with Frostburg State to continue her track and field career. She is a two time state champion and OVAC Champion in the long jump. She is also part of the state winning 400m relay team and holds the…
McKenzi Martin signed with Fairmont State University to continue her volleyball career. She was part of the WV AA State Championship team in 2023, WV AA State Runner Up in 2024 as well as 2023 and 2024 OVAC Championship team. …
It is with deep love and cherished remembrance that we announce the peaceful passing of Helen H. Brancazio, who left this world on Friday, April 11, 2025, at Redstone Highlands in Greensburg, Pennsylvania. Helen was 102 years old. Born May…
The Hancock County Board of Education recognized those dedicated school service personnel who keep the schools operable on many varied levels. Jeff Lamp, a plumber in the Maintenance Dept. was selected from a field of eight nominees by 350 of…
Beth Morris, a language arts teacher at Oak Glen Middle School, was honored as Teacher of the Year at the Board of Education meeting Monday. Morris was selected from a field of eight nominees, one teacher from each school. Nominees…
…….I think everyone fears a return to the “Good Old Boys” way of Government. The Open Meeting Law included in the Ethics Act, passed in the mid-nineties, was thought to be a major step in preventing deals being done in…
The original Garden to Pantry Fundraiser is Back. The Hancock County Community Educational Outreach Service is happy to announce the return of their unique, hands-on, food preparation classes, Garden to Pantry. Led by trained CEOS volunteers Sue Isner and Becky…
Hancock County, WV – A portion of US 30, eastbound, between County Route 30/2 (Rodgers Road), near milepost 2.2 to milepost 3.2, will be restricted to one lane, from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., on Monday, April 28, 2025, for…
Mindful of a budget reduction brought on by loss of revenue in areas like Racetrack Video Lottery (50%), the Hancock County Commission will issue a monthly financial report showing how each elected official is adhering to his/her reduced budget. The…