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Vine Grove man arrested after alleged rape

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A Vine Grove man was arrested yesterday after allegedly admitting to sexually abusing a minor.

According to arrest records, police went to a residence late last month to interview the man, Terrance Clark Jr., after he was identified as a suspect in a sexual abuse case. Clark agreed to speak with investigators, admitting to the charges against him in the case police were investigating. The actions in question were alleged to have happened at his home in Vine Grove, with Clark saying they had. Clark was arrested and charged with 1st degree rape and sodomy, as well as unlawful transaction with a minor 1st. He was lodged in the Hardin County Detention Center.

Transportation officers offer tips for winter weather driving

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After the first snowfall of the year, officials with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet are offering tips on driving in winter weather. While speed is the main factor to be aware of, district 4 spokesperson Chris Jessie says there are other steps to take when driving.

Jessie also notes that the cabinet is stocked up on road salt, and is fully prepared for any dangerous road conditions this winter.

LTDHD to host another flu clinic this weekend

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With flu season continuing to ramp up, health officials are announcing another community flu clinic this coming weekend. Health providers and department’s have pushed hard for widespread flu shot use, especially in a year where COVID-19 is taking up needed medical resources.

Lincoln Trail Health spokesperson Terrie Burgan

The clinics will take in LaRue, Meade, and Nelson counties. More details can be found on the health department’s website.

Relief fund for bars and restaurants now open

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Beginning today, small business restaurants and bars can apply for relief aid from the state of Kentucky. As previously announced, the state is opening up $40 million to restaurants and bars impacted by the Governor’s decision to shut down those establishments to in-person dining.

Beshear Chief of Staff La Tasha Buckner

Applications will close on December 18 or when funds run out, whichever comes first.

ECTC transitions to online instruction today

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As announced last week, Elizabethtown Community and Technical College will transition most of their classes online beginning today. The move comes as communities try to curb the spread of COVID-19.

Public relations director Mary Jo King

The college will be on their winter shutdown from December 19th to January 4th, and the first week of spring classes, which start January 11th, will see their first week go online.