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Radcliff Police Department investigating fatal collision on Joe Prather Highway

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Accident reconstructionists are still investigating a fatal collision that occurred on the Joe Prather Highway Tuesday morning.

According to the Radcliff Police Department, officers responded at around 7 a.m. to Joe Prather Highway in the area between Education Drive and Logsdon Parkway.

Police believe at this time that a vehicle was traveling on Joe Prather Highway in the direction of Logsdon Parkway when an individual on a type of motorized scooter pulled out onto the travel portion of the roadway. The vehicle struck the individual, who died as a result of the collision.

The investigation by the RPD and the Hardin County Coroner’s Office is ongoing.

Central Kentucky Community Action accepting applications for LIHEAP energy assistance

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Residents in need of assistance with paying their energy bills may be able to take advantage of the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program.

Registration for fall LIHEAP subsidies runs now through December 15.

“It covers heating, so it will cover electric, gas, propane, kerosene, and wood, however you heat,” LaRue County Community Action Coordinator Renna Miller said. “It’s income based, so depending on their income and how many people they have in their household.” 

Applicants have to bring proof of income, a license, and a Social Security card, along with their bills that they want help with.

Each county has dedicated offices for Central Kentucky Community Action, locations for which can be found at ckcac.org. Residents who want to learn more about the program should contact their local office.