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EPD: large number of car thefts reported

The Elizabethtown Police Department is making citizens aware of an increase in car thefts over the last month.

Officer Chris Denham says the department has seen 21 vehicles stolen, with only 3 of the vehicles being recovered. Denhan encourages citizens to not leave cars unlocked, or to leave keys and valuables inside. One neighborhood was victim to 4 stolen vehicles in one night, all being caught on camera.

As always, tips on these or other crimes can be reported anonymously to Hardin County Crimestoppers.

Larue County publishes their “Return 2020” plan

Larue County Schools has released their return to school plan.

The plan, which was approved by the Board of Education on Monday, includes many of the same measures other schools have seen, including social distancing in classrooms and required facemasks, all in an effort to keep students and staff safe. Superintendent David Raleigh says that the district will also offer online learning for students when Larue County returns to school on August 24th.