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Trial Date Set for Two Locals Involved in Capitol Raid

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A trial date has been set for two local men charged for actions in connection with the attack on the U.S. Capitol back in January. 

Kurt Peterson of Hodgenville and Michael Sparks of Elizabethtown were allegedly at the capitol riot that took place on January 6th. According to the District of Columbia’s Attorney’s office, both were confirmed to be there through various tips, pictures, as well as Facebook posts by both men stating that they were there.  

Sparks was arrested on January 19th, whereas Peterson was arrested on June 16th. They are both being charged with various counts of destruction of government property, and entering and obstructing restricted areas. 

Their court date is set for September 8th. Both have pleaded not guilty to all charges. 

Brett Guthrie to Host Veterans Suicide Prevention Event

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U.S. Congressman Brett Guthrie will host a Suicide Prevention for Veterans training today in Elizabethtown. As the military becomes more aware of veterans mental health, local healthcare workers will need to be more prepared to help veterans dealing with trauma. 

“What we’ve done before and what we’re having is members of the (Louisville) VA Medical Center, who have expertise in this area, getting together with healthcare officials in the area to teach, but it is really marketed towards people who are social workers and do intervention. The signs and things to look for too, “ says Guthrie. 

The training will take place today at 2 p.m. at the American Legion Post 113. Everyone is welcome to attend the event.

East Hardin Middle to Begin School Year Virtually

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The Hardin County School Board has voted unanimously that East Hardin Middle School will start the year online. The decision came shortly after hearing that the building failed to receive a fire alarm certification.

According to Superintendent Terri Morgan, the decision to begin virtually was the best of the worst options. East Hardin will continue virtual learning until the building is certified to receive students.

Traffic Update for U.S. 31W Project

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Intersection closures will be taking place along southbound US 31W each night this week.

These intersections will be affected: Ring Road, Walmart Drive, Starlite Center, Starlite Drive/Towne Drive, and Childres Court.

Work will begin tonight (Monday) through Friday between 9pm and 6am.

Walmart Drive and Ring Road will be not be closed at the same time.