The American Red Cross will be holding blood drives in Elizabethtown this week in the old Red Cross building at 405 West Dixie. The drives take place from 10:30 AM to 6 PM on Wednesday and Friday. Those wishing to donate are encouraged to make an appointment ahead of time. The organization is doing their best to screen for potential illness as patrons enter the facility.
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A regional distillery is doing their part in the fight against COVID-19. Boundary Oak Distillery has ceased regular production and has started producing sanitizers for local business. Owner Brent Goodin says that they knew they had the materials to produce, but did not have a license. Working with state offices, things came together and sanitizers have been provided to healthcare facilities, nursing homes, police and fire departments, and others. Supplies such as glycerin and peroxide are still needed. Anyone wishing to help can contact Boundary Oak.
In his evening press conference last night, Governor Andy Beshear informed the public that there are now 124 cases of COVID-19 in the Commonwealth. With this news came the announcement of the fourth death in Kentucky, an 82-year-old woman from Lexington who had underlying health conditions. The governor, however, has continued to try and make bold steps towards flattening the curve, including establishing a hotline to report guideline non-compliance. In addition, Governor Beshear announced the Team Kentucky Fund in order to try and help those who have lost their jobs. The fund will help provide financial assistance to those people, and every dollar that comes in or out will be able to be monitored so it can be ensured to be used properly. The fund will be collected online, and donations are tax deductible. There are no limits to donations, and every penny helps.
While many events have been cancelled due to COVID-19, numerous outdoor recreational opportunities remain open. Fort Knox’s Lindsey Golf Course will still operate. Prices for the golf course, as well as a list of things to do on post, can be found at knox.armymwr.com.
Two citizens, Brandon Keith and Kaitlyn Edwards, have created what is being called a match program for those affected by COVID-19. This service pairs at risk citizens with citizens who are lower risk in order to receive assistance. Brandon can be reached by calling 502-822-6148 or Kaitlyn by 502-822-6515, or those in need of assistance or who want to volunteer can visit elizabethtowncovidmatch.com. All volunteers will be vetted by the Elizabethtown Police Department.