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CSX Releases Statement on Blocked Railroad Crossing in E’town Over Weekend

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CSX has released a statement on a non-moving train that caused a blocked railroad crossing in downtown Elizabethtown over the weekend. 

On Sunday, a CSX train had blocked the crossing at 31 W and East Dixie Avenue. According to CSX, their trains operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week. However, there are times when operational issues could result in blocked crossings. Trains occasionally cause road blocked crossings due to mandatory safety inspections as well as federally regulated crew changes.

Hardin County Fair Returns

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The 58th annual Hardin County Fair kicks off tonight.

Tonight’s main events include a free concert featuring Casey and Romy, and a sold out Farm to Table Dinner.

“We had a 250 ticket limit, it sold out a week and a half ago. So we worked with the caterer and our food providers and so we were able to take it to 300 tickets with that. So it’s the largest crowd for Farm to Table, it’s going to benefit Clarity Solutions,” stated Fair Board President Marty Fulkerson. Admission for the fair is twelve dollars. For more information, visit HardinCOFair.com.

Two Suspects Arrested in Bullitt County Double Homicide

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Two suspects have been arrested in relation to a double homicide that took place in Bullitt County on the morning of May 30, 2022. Bullitt County Sheriff’s Deputies arrived on the scene of the 1700 block of Pitts Point Road where two victims, Katelyn Rayman and Kristin Longaker, were discovered to have been shot. Both have since died due to their gunshot wounds. According to a press release by the Bullitt County Sheriff’s Office, at around 3:25 p.m. today, an arrest took place on Conestoga Parkway. 32-year-old Bradley Ross of Louisville and Savannah McClanahan have both been charged with two counts of Murder, Robbery 1st and tampering with physical evidence. Deputies continue the search for a silver 2002 Hyundai Elantra with a Kentucky Registration plate reading 579-AMN. If spotted, notify the Bullitt County Sheriff’s Office. Do not approach the vehicle.

EPD Investigating Forklift Accident at Metalsa

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The Elizabethtown Police Department is investigating a fatal incident that occurred at Metalsa this morning. 

Officers arrived on the scene shortly after 3 a.m. Preliminary investigation reveals 24-year-old Lance Winemiller of Elizabethtown was accidentally struck by a forklift. He was pronounced deceased at the scene by the Hardin County Coroner’s office. 

Public Information Officer Chris Denham notes this was a horrible tragedy, and does not anticipate that any criminal charges will be filed.

Caneyville Man Dies in Motorcycle Collision

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Kentucky State Police are investigating a fatal motorcycle collision that occurred early Sunday morning. 

Post 3 troopers were requested by the Butler County Sheriff’s Office to investigate a collision that occurred on Reedyville Road.

Preliminary investigation reveals that three motorcyclists were traveling southbound, when one collided with a tractor. The operator of the motorcycle, 39-year-old Jeremy Fegett of Caneyville was pronounced deceased on the scene.

The other two motorcyclists, Teddy Duke of Morgantown, and James Shepherd of Jetson, were arrested and charged with Driving Under the Influence.

The investigation into the collision remains ongoing.