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April begins month of awareness for sexual assault and child abuse

Quicksie 98.3 April 1, 2021 WQXE News 0 Comments

Today begins a month-long campaign for two important awareness campaigns. April annually marks National Sexual Assault Awareness Month, as well as Child Abuse Prevention Month. April 1st is also a day for individuals to show their solidarity with those affect by child abuse through what they wear.

SilverLeaf Executive Director Jillian Cardin says resources and events for both awareness campaigns can be found on the organization’s website and social media. Kentucky is ranked 1st in the nation when it comes to child abuse.

ECTC announces accreditation for Heavy Equipment program

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The Heavy Equipment program at Elizabethtown Community and Technical College has achieved a significant milestone. The college announced this week that the program has received accreditation from the Associated Equipment Distributors Foundation. With that, ECTC became the foundation’s first accredited college in the state of Kentucky, as well as the 41st in the nation. The accreditation begins this month and runs until March of 2026, a 5-year term.

HCCC President enjoys drive-by celebration on final day before retirement

Quicksie 98.3 April 1, 2021 WQXE News 0 Comments

Car horns were blaring yesterday in downtown Elizabethtown, but not because of any traffic related issues. Friends, businesses, and community leaders drove by the Chamber of Commerce building to wish outgoing President and CEO Brad Richardson a happy retirement. Richardson, who has led the organization since 20-11, says he’s done some reflecting over the past few days.