Over 3,500 plants were given away to over 200 people at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints annual plant event on Saturday, May 31. The church held the plant giveaway for the two-hour event. Volunteers and community partners donated vegetables, herbs, flowers, seeds, and time to educate those[Read More…]

Some parts of our region will witness another cicada emergence this spring and summer – the arrival of Brood XIV. According to the USDA Forest Service, this brood of cicadas will be seen emerging after the ground warms above 64 degrees, and will stay around for four to six weeks.[Read More…]

by Lisa Schauer Roughly 80 young anglers, aged four to 15, cast for lake fish to compete in the annual Youth Fishing Rodeo held at Tonoloway Lake on Saturday morning, May 3. Trophies were awarded by age categories, and within the state catch limit of five trout a day. Young[Read More…]

In collaboration with the Washington County Health Department, The Washington County Free Library will be hosting a free Community Baby Shower for expectant mothers, and mothers with babies up to 1 year old. The first will take place at the Hancock Veterans Memorial Branch Library on Saturday, April 12 from[Read More…]

by Geoff Fox A new event is being planned for Hancock this coming May where bikes – pedal, electric, and motor alike – and their riders will be blessed before the riding season gets into full gear. Jackie Daley, owner of Jackie’s Trail Rentals, and Interfaith Service Coalition Director Debbie[Read More…]

by Lisa Schauer Even if the snow is still falling outside, we can dream of warmer days, and plan for bigger harvests by bringing the joy of gardening indoors. Seed starting holds many advantages for gardeners, including cost savings, hardier plants, and access to a wider variety of heirloom vegetables[Read More…]

Last week’s brief ice storm frosted this lane of pines near Little Orleans, and Justin Mellott captured the sparkling scene.

The Hancock United Methodist Church is inviting veterans and seniors, along with a guest, to enjoy a free ham potpie dinner on Saturday, February 8, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the church’s Upper Room. Green beans, coleslaw, applesauce, and a homemade dessert will be served alongside the ham[Read More…]