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Census wraps up; local response rates in

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After a ruling from the Supreme Court, the 2020 Census has concluded, and response rates have been documented.

According to the official Census website, the Kentucky rate for self-response came in at a total of 68.2%. On a more local level, Nelson county led the way in total responses, with 77.4% responding. Hardin was second in the area with 73.3% responding, and LaRue came in with 73.0% responding. Meade and Breckinridge county reported 70.7% and 57.4% respectively.

According to the Census website, Kentucky was ranked #22 in the United States in number of those who self-responded.

E’town City Attorney to leave at end of year

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The City of Elizabethtown will soon be looking for a new city attorney. It was announced at last night’s city council meeting that current attorney Deborah Shaw would be leaving her post as City Attorney for Elizabethtown.

Shaw has been in the position since 1997, and has served under 5 mayors during her time. She was appointed by former mayor Pat Durbin. Her resignation is effective December 31st.

Health officials expect rise in COVID-19 cases following fall breaks

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After fall breaks across the area, several school districts returned to the classroom this morning post fall break. With some students and staff back in the classroom, health officials say a spike in covid-19 cases is likely to follow in the coming weeks.

Lincoln Trail District Health Department spokesperson Melissa Phillips

In a post Sunday evening, Hardin County Schools recommended that those who traveled to covid-19 hotspots consider quarantining for the recommended period.

Beshear, family quarantine after possible exposure to virus

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A surprise announcement from the Governor’s office Sunday morning. Governor Andy Beshear announced that he and his son had come in contact with someone who had tested positive for covid-19. As a result, the Governor says the two will quarantine in a seperate part of the Governor’s mansion.

The person in question who had tested positive for covid-19 is a member of the Governor’s security detail.