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KSP Post Four continuing traffic enforcement efforts in Jefferson County

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If you make your way up Interstate 65 to Jefferson County, you may see troopers with Kentucky State Police Post Four as part of an ongoing initiative.

KSP Post Four has increased traffic enforcement efforts in Jefferson County as part of an ongoing effort “to promote safe driving and reduce collisions.”

According to KSP Post Four, troopers and Commercial Vehicle Enforcement officers conducted a one-day traffic enforcement operation on December 3 that resulted in numerous traffic stops. Troopers and officers positioned along I-65, I-265, and I-264 worked multiple collisions and issued citations or courtesy notices for violations including speeding, seatbelt violations, expired registrations, and driving with no insurance.

During the enforcement effort, an individual was arrested after attempting to flee from troopers. The KSP says Jonathan Galloway of Louisville faces multiple charges including Reckless Driving, Wanton Endangerment, and Leaving the Scene of an Accident, among other charges.

The December 3 operation follows an enforcement operation on November 19 that resulted in 63 traffic stops. The KSP says more operations can be expected.

E-Town set to host Christmas parade and tree lighting Friday

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A dazzling display of lights and holiday cheer is set to roll into Downtown Elizabethtown Friday night as the city hosts their annual Light-Up E-Town Parade and Tree Lighting.

“It will step off at 7 p.m., and it’s our backwards parade, so we’ll be coming from St. John Road and Santa will take up the rear of the parade, and he and Mayor Gregory will light the Christmas tree when they come to Downtown E-Town,” said City of Elizabethtown Events Manager Beth Pyles.

Festivities downtown begin at 6:15 p.m. on West Dixie Avenue in front of the State Theater with the Light-Up Showcase. Performers from local dance and gymnastics clubs and studios will put their talents on display. Snack vendors will be set up in the State Theater parking lot for folks looking for a sweet treat.

The parade ends with the arrival of E-Town Mayor Jeff Gregory and Santa Claus at the city Christmas tree in Walker Square. Head down to enjoy a reading of “‘Twas the Night Before Christmas”, Christmas carols, and the countdown to the tree lighting.

Find the event page on the Elizabethtown City Events Facebook page or visit wwww.etownevents.com for more information.

KYTC says wait times are down at license offices if you need a Real ID for holiday travel

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State officials are encouraging Kentuckians gearing up to travel this holiday season to secure a Real ID.

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet says Real ID enforcement took effect on May 7, requiring anyone flying domestically or visiting a military base to present a Real ID-compliant credential such as a valid passport or Real ID driver’s license, permit, or ID card. The KYTC says about 45 percent of Kentuckians have opted for a Real ID.

The KYTC says several customer service improvements were made at driver licensing regional offices across the commonwealth to make it easier to upgrade or renew a license including hiring more full-time staff, a new line management and text check-in system, and “skip the line” tools on the KYTC website. From April to October, the average walk-in customer wait time fell from 49 minutes to 14 minutes.

Real ID requests must be made in person and are issued by mail within 10 to 15 days, so if flying is part of your holiday travel plans don’t delay. Visit drive.ky.gov to find what documents you need to bring to a licensing office, or if you need to renew take the “Skip the Line” quiz to see if you can renew by mail or online.