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Local Congressman urges confidence in new vaccine

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With a growing number of healthcare and frontline workers receiving initial doses of the vaccine, officials who have been around the development of the vaccine are encouraging confidence in it. Second district Congressman Brett Guthrie has been a part of the development of COVID-19 vaccines since the beginning. Being a member of the House’s Energy and Commerce subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations, Guthrie says he has plenty of confidence in the vaccines after their testing and authorization.

Guthrie says that when individuals are able to take the vaccine, to always talk first with their healthcare provider.

With colder weather, officials say winter preparedness kits are a must

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As the days and nights get colder, it becomes even more important to take precautions for the possibility of being stranded in the cold. Meade County Emergency Management Director Ron Dodson says that having a winter preparedness kit in one’s vehicle is of the utmost importance.

In addition, Dodson recommends ensuring that any vehicle that will be taking the road is ready to do so in wintry conditions. This includes checking tires and gas tanks to ensure the safest experience possible on the road.

Today begins 3-days of mobile food pantry in Elizabethtown

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Feeding America Kentucky’s Heartland will be operating their mobile food pantry this week. The event, which is in cooperation with Elizabethtown government, will serve to bring food to those in need during this difficult time.

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More information regarding who the food pantry will be serving, as well as times of operation, can be found on Feeding America Kentucky’s Heartland’s Facebook page.

KSP: Man arrested after alleged abuse, endangering welfare of minor

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An Indiana man was arrested in Eastview Saturday, accused of assaulting his girlfriend and endangering the welfare of a minor. Kentucky State Police responded to an Eastview residence on Saturday on reports of a domestic dispute between the suspect, Dustin Galyan and the victim. According to the victim, Galyan had allegedly hit her in the head with a broom while she was feeding their young child. The victim also alleged that Galyan had grabbed her hair, slamming her and the baby to the ground.

Police arrived and found visible marks on the victim, as well as Galyan appearing under the influence of some kind of substance. During a consented search of the residence, police found suspected crystal meth, as well as 2 baggies of marijuana and drug paraphernalia, the latter of which was found concealed in a speaker. The drugs were found in the basement, an area where police say their child slept and played. Galyan was arrested and charged with assault 4th degree, possession of a controlled substance, as well as endangering the welfare of a minor. He is lodged in the Hardin county detention center.

1 dead, 1 injured after Hardin Co. wreck

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1 person was killed and another injured after a wreck in Hardin county yesterday. According to Kentucky State Police, the incident occurred just after 3:40 yesterday afternoon near Vine Grove. A Dodge Challenger, driven by a 17-year old juvenile, was traveling eastbound on Rineyville Road when, for unknown reasons, it crossed the centerline, striking a 2012 Honda passenger car. The Honda was occupied by two individuals, with the passenger being pronounced deceased at the scene by responders. The 17 year old was airlifted to Norton’s Children’s Hospital with non life threatening injuries. The investigation is ongoing at this time.