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Elizabethtown Police Department Partners with Helping Hand of Hope in Local Food Drive

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This morning, the Elizabethtown Police Department announced a partnership with Helping Hand of Hope to begin a food drive.

“We’re putting a focus on the 20 year anniversary of September 11th, and really we want to focus on September 12th when everyone kind of came together and banned together as one to help a fellow citizen in need, and that’s really what we’re trying to do here,” stated Public Information officer, Chris Denham. 

Since the pandemic, Helping Hand of Hope is now in extreme need of food. They need non-perishable items such as canned goods and hygiene products. 

The food drive starts today and will run through September 17th. Donations can be dropped off at Helping Hand of Hope, the Elizabethtown Walmart, or the Elizabethtown Police Department.

Hunger Action Day: Volunteers Needed

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September is Hunger Action Month, and Feeding America Kentucky’s Heartland wants to raise awareness of Hunger Action Day coming up.

“For some folks, deciding what to eat is not always an option. Sometimes, it’s not having enough to eat at all. So that’s why we raise awareness to help bring food to folks that are facing hunger in our area. You can help by turning the town orange on Hunger Action Day, which is September 17th,” says Stephanie Hest, the Director of Development. Additionally, Feeding America is asking for extra volunteers on Hunger Action Day to help fill backpack bags and pack senior boxes with food. 

For more information, visit FeedingAmericaKY.org.

Covid-19 Release Letters to be Discontinued by Lincoln Trail Health Department

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Covid-19 cases continue to increase with no signs of decline. The total number of cases within the Lincoln Trail Health District in August surpassed July cases by 263%. Last month was the highest number of cases in any month to date in the district.

As a result, the health department is discontinuing release letters for positive cases. They will be launching a new Covid-19 exposure calculator on their website on Tuesday, September 6th. For more information, visit ltdhd.org.

Gov. Beshear Briefing: Human Trafficking Operation a Success

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Governor Andy Beshear held a briefing this morning to announce a successful human trafficking operation. On August 26th, Kentucky joined a multi-state operation, Operation United Front, that resulted in 21 rescued victims, including two minors.

Kentucky conducted four trafficking operations simultaneously in Bowling Green, Elizabethtown, McCracken County and Northern Kentucky. The operation was led by Kentucky State Police.

Governor Beshear also reminds Kentuckians of the legal duty to report suspicions of children involved in human trafficking. Concerns about possible human trafficking should be reported to 1-888-373-7888.