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Traffic Stop in Nelson County Leads to Drug Bust

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On Monday, November 15th, 2021 at 11 p.m., Nelson County Deputy Winans observed a black GMC Terrain traveling at a high rate of speed on Highway 245. A traffic stop was conducted and contact was made with the vehicle. 

The operator of the vehicle, 42-year old Shane Lowell of Loretto, Kentucky, was asked to step out of the vehicle and k9 Turbo was deployed, and several items were located including multiple different drugs, 2 pistols, drug paraphernalia, and a large sum of cash.

Lowell was lodged in the Nelson County Jail for the following charges: Speeding 26 or More over the limit, Failure to notify Address change to Department of Transportation, Possession of Firearm by Convicted Felon, Possession of Marijuana, Trafficking in a Controlled Substance Opiates, Trafficking in a Controlled Substance Hallucinogen, Trafficking in a Controlled Substance Drug unspecified, Prescription Controlled Substance not in Proper Container, Trafficking in a Controlled Substance Cocaine, Persistent Felony Offender 2nd and a Failure to Appear Warrant.

Radcliff Police Investigating Murder Case

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On Sunday, Radcliff Police responded to a fatal shooting in a residence in Radcliff.

According to Radcliff Chief of Police Jeff Cross,  there were three parties at the house when a disagreement led to a shooting, leaving one victim deceased. The victim was later identified as 52-year-old Jennifer Fox from Johnson City, Tennessee. Chief Cross noted that Fox had been living with the other two parties for several months. Emily Green of Radcliff was arrested and is being charged with murder. The investigation is still ongoing.

Missing Juvenile from Meade County

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The Meade County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in finding a missing juvenile. 

17-year-old Laura Boley has been missing since November 6th.

“She originally came here to Meade County to visit her brother, and she left the next night,” stated Meade County Detective Danny Knell. Boley has red hair and light complexion, and was last seen wearing a pink hoodie and blue jeans.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Meade County Sheriff’s Office.

Baptist Health Hardin Updates Visitation Policy

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On Friday, Baptist Health Hardin updated some of its visitor policies. 

Due to the number of Covid-19 cases stabilizing, one visitor will be allowed for inpatients who are positive for Covid-19. This must be the same visitor for the duration of the patient’s stay.

Even with small changes in visitation, safety protocols are still being followed. 

Outpatient waiting rooms still have limited capacity, and most other waiting rooms remain closed. 

For full visitation guidelines, visit BaptistHealth.com/Hardin.

The Eric and Joe Show Returns to Historic State Theater

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The long anticipated Eric and Joe Show, “Out of Our Mind” is coming to the Historic State Theater this weekend. The show got started in 2013, and has since taken off. 

“The proceeds for our show every year go to a charity. This year it’s going to Helping Hand of Hope for their Affordable Christmas program. Our show is family-friendly, it’s fun for everybody. It’s just a really fun night. That’s our goal,” stated cast member Joe Bennett. 

Tickets are still available at TheEricandJoeShow.com.