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HALL OF FAME INDUCTION SUNDAY

The entire community is invited to attend the Hall of Fame induction of Lester “Chickie” Skinner and the late Justice Edwin F Flowers into the New Cumberland Hall of Fame at 1 p.m., Sunday, February 4 at the New Cumberland Christian Church. Hugh C. Tate,…

ENERGY EXPRESSS APPLICATIONS READY

[Hancock County, February 1, 2024] – Hancock County is thrilled to announce the launch of the 2024 Energy Express Youth Application, marking the beginning of an exciting journey into the world of literacy and learning for children in grades 1-6.Energy Express, an award winning free…

WATERCOLOR CLASS OFFERED

Winter Watercolor WorkshopBob Watson, a local artist, will be instructing a watercolor workshop with techniques that can be used to paint still-life and landscapes. The first part of the workshop will have a warm-up and practice session aimed toward placing people in paintings. The second…

TATE TO RECEIVE SPIRIT OF SCOUTING

Hugh Carl Tate, Jr. will receive the Spirit of Scouting award Sunday,  Feb. 4 at the Hall of Fame ceremony.  The event will be held at 1 p.m. at the Christian Church on Court St. in New Cumberland.  Dedicated to former Mayor and Eagle Scout,…

COMMISSIONERS RECOGNIZE MURRAY FARM AS CENTURY FARM

The Hancock County Commission heard from Chuck Glenn, district conservation supervisor, at Thursday’s meeting.  Glenn recognized the Murray Farm in Hancock County which was founded in 1818 and whose legacy is being carried on by two brothers who are direct descendants.  Dooby Brown said that…

WV DMMV IMPLEMENTS DIGITAL VEHICLE REGISTRATION

Gov. Jim Justice announced today that the West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is expanding their digital-focused services with two exciting new initiatives: digital vehicle registration cards and the West Virginia Mobile ID. Starting today, West Virginians renewing their vehicle registration online can opt for a…