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President Biden Announces Ban on Imported Russian Oil, Gas, and Energy

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Today, President Joe Biden announced a ban against imported Russian oil, gas and energy. 

During the briefing, he notes this is possible as the United States produces more oil domestically than all European countries combined. While European Allies cannot join in the ban, Biden announced that a long term strategy is being created to help reduce dependency on Russian energy. Ultimately Biden stressed the goal and need to become energy independent. 

“To protect our economy over the long-term we need to become energy independent. It should motivate us to accelerate a transition to clean energy.”

Additionally, Biden has asked Congress to pass a $12 Billion Ukraine Assistance Package to provide Ukrainians with security, economic and humanitarian assistance.

Governor Beshear Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of KSP Telecommunicator

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Governor Andy Beshear has ordered flags at all state buildings to be lowered to half staff from sunrise to sunset today in honor of Kentucky State Police Telecommunicator Chuck Stewart Jr. 

Mr. Stewart passed away on February 27th, 2021 while on duty at Post 4. He served as a telecommunicator for 34 years, 19 of those were with Kentucky State Police. Funeral Services will be held at Southeast Christian Church in Elizabethtown today.

Elizabethtown Police Department Investigating Five Armed Robbery Incidents

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Five separate armed robberies occurred in Elizabethtown on Friday, March 4th, 2022. All robberies took place between 7:45 and 8:30 p.m. as the victims were exiting their vehicle in parking lots at various locations including the Peddlers Mall and the Towne Mall. All victims stated that they were approached by a young black male wearing a face covering, dark clothes, and armed with a handgun.After the first four robberies, the suspect fled in a dark colored Cadillac SRX being driven by a second accomplice. At the conclusion of the fifth robbery, the suspect stole the victims light gray 2020 Dodge Challenger. At this time, the stolen vehicle has not been recovered.

At this time, the suspects have not been identified, but detectives are actively pursuing leads. Anyone with information on these crimes are asked to contact the Elizabethtown Police Department. Anonymous tips can be shared to Hardin County Crime Stoppers at p3tips.com.

Central Hardin High School Experienced Brief Lockdown; All Students and Staff Safe

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Central Hardin High School was under a brief lockdown this morning. A person made an unsubstantiated report of a weapon in the building. Central Hardin administration and the Elizabethtown Police Department investigated the report and it was determined that there was no weapon and that all students and staff are safe.After a swift and thorough investigation by CHHS administration and the Elizabethtown Police Department, it was determined that there was no weapon and that all students and staff are safe.

At no time was there ever a threat to students or staff. All is well and students and staff are on task.

HCS Releases Statement on the Passing of CHHS Student

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Hardin County Schools has learned of the passing of a Central Hardin High School student.

Brad Mink was a sophomore, active in both the FFA and choir programs. He was known for being caring and compassionate with strong leadership qualities. Staff and administration at Central Hardin stand ready to help students and staff with their grief.

The funeral will be held on Friday at 3 p.m. at Valley Creek Baptist Church.