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July 19, 2019

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Tomorrow marks the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon landing. Astronauts Neil Armstrong, Michael Collins, and Buzz Aldrin Jr. launched from Cape Canaveral on July 16th, eventually landing and stepping out on to the Moon’s surface on the 20th. The Apollo 11 mission was the first of six missions to land on the moon. Plans have been previously announced for a return to the Moon by 2024.

The Grayson County Health Department is warning citizens of an increase in Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever diagnoses due to tick bites. Health educator Rebekah Lee says that symptoms of the disease include extreme fatigue, headaches, and a rash. Protective measures against tick bites can be found on the Center for Disease Control’s website, cdc.gov.

A piece of Kentucky history has been awarded a grant from the state, as the Kentucky Railway Museum was awarded nearly $500,000 for the restoration of L&N Engine 152. This locomotive was built in 1905, and had traveled all over the country. The engine escorted Al Capone’s prison train, and was also ridden by former presidents Harry S. Truman and Theodore Roosevelt. Those who wish to donate to the restoration effort can contact the Kentucky Railway Museum.

The Meade County Fair begins its first day tomorrow. Tickets are $12 and include all shows and rides on that day. More information, including gate and ride times as well as a full events schedule can be found at meadekyfair.com.

July 18, 2019

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Dangerously high temperatures will be making their way to the area over the next few days. Weather channel meteorologist Richard Lewelling warns that heat index temperatures could range from 100 to 110 degrees. Meade County Emergency Management Director Ron Dodson advises citizens to refrain from strenuous activity in the heat, wear light clothing, and to drink plenty of water.

The Dodge Durango that Kentucky State Police were seeking in relation to the hit-and-run incident in Breckinridge County that killed an eight-year-old boy has gotten in contact with Post 4. It was believed that the driver and passengers in the Durango would have witnessed the incident, and could prove valuable in investigating the tragedy.

The City of Elizabethtown will be donating a plot of land to Hardin County Playhouse in order to give them a new home downtown. HCP Board President Claire Allen says that a letter of intent has been signed stating then when Hardin County Playhouse reaches their fundraising goal of 1.5 to 2 million dollars, the land will be turned over to them to build a new theater. HCP has lived on in a smaller capacity at Elizabethtown Community and Technical College. Allen says that HCP is extremely grateful for all ECTC has done for them, but they are excited to have their own “forever home”.

The Family Enrichment Center in Bowling Green has opened registration for their yearly One Bad Mud Run, a 3.1 mile, muddy obstacle course. A discounted registration fee will be applied for those who register before July 20th. For more information, or to register for the event, visit mudhappensfec.com.

Bluegrass Cellular and other participating locations are hosting Don’t Miss the Bus tomorrow. This is a program designed to get school supplies to kids in need. Donations are still being accepted. More information, as well as a list of all donation locations can be found at bluegrasscellular.com/dontmissthebus.

July 17, 2019

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WEST POINT INDEPENDENT WILL OPEN ON SCHEDULE NEXT MONTH.THE BOARD OF EDUCATION ANNOUNCED YESTERDAY EVENING THAT THE DISTRICT WOULD HAVE ENOUGH TEACHERS TO OPEN ON AUGUST 20TH. THE KENTUCKY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION IS SCHEDULED TO AUDIT THE DISTRICT JULY 29TH.

FREQUENT EASTBOUND DRIVERS ON THE BLUEGRASS PARKWAY WILL HAVE TO USE A NEW ROUTE. EASTBOUND LANES NEAR BARDSTOWN, SPECIFICALLY BETWEEN THE EXITS OF 31E AND U.S. 150, WILL BE TEMPORARILY CLOSED FOR BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION.

A HARDIN COUNTY MAN WHO WAS SHOT AFTER ALLEGEDLY FLEEING A TRAFFIC STOP HAS FILED SUIT AGAINST THE DEPUTY WHO SHOT HIM. ACCORDING TO THE LAWSUIT, RONALD CHOWNING CLAIMS THAT HARDIN COUNTY SHERIFF DEPUTY HENRY VOLENTINE ENGAGED IN UNREASONABLE AND EXCESSIVE FORCE WHEN HE FIRED HIS WEAPON AT CHOWNING LAST JULY, STRIKING HIM IN THE SHOULDER. HARDIN COUNTY SHERIFF JOHN WARD IS ALSO NAMED IN THE SUIT. THE DOCUMENT WAS FILED EARLIER THIS WEEK.

PRICELESS FOODS GROCERY STORE WILL BE OPENING IN RADCLIFF, REPLACING A RECENTLY CLOSED DOWN SAVE-A-LOT. THE OPENING DATE OF THE STORE IS PROJECTED TO BE TOWARDS THE END OF AUGUST.

THE HARDIN MEMORIAL HEALTH AUXILIARY WILL BE HOSTING A FIVE DOLLAR JEWELRY SALE STARTING TODAY. THE EVENT WILL TAKE PLACE IN AUDITORIUM 5A AT HARDIN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, BEGINNING AT 8 PM TONIGHT, AND RUNNING AROUND THE CLOCK UNTIL TWO PM ON FRIDAY AFTERNOON.

May 29, 2019

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Authorities were able to locate the missing 12 year old boy with Autism this morning. Hardin County Emergency Management spokesperson Bryce Shumate wants to think the surrounding counties fire departments, Kentucky State Police, Elizabethtown Police Department, the American Red Cross and everyone else who helped search. The family appreciates everyone’s help in finding Caleb.

An Elizabethtown man was assaulted with a firearm last week. Elizabethtown Police responded to the victim, who was in Hardin Memorial Hospital, who advised that he was allegedly assaulted and robbed at a residence on Glencrest Avenue. The victim described his assailant as an African American man with dreadlocks and a chinstrap beard.. EPD served a search warrant for the home and found large amounts of money, guns, and marijuana. A man matching the victim’s description was also found during the search. Another suspect confessed to the crime and admitted that the other man, later identified as Hakeem Randell, has struck the victim with the butt of an Air-soft Assault Rifle. Both suspects have been arrested.

The Bardstown shooting victim killed over the weekend has been identified. 17 year old Christopher “Chris” Metzger was shot and kill. Police say the name of the shooter is being withheld because he is a minor.

A program created by United Way of Central Kentucky and Goodwill Industries is focused on sustaining employment. Fine out more about “Way To Work” at unitedwayck.org

A fourth person has been charged in connection with a Hardin county murder.  Radcliff Police say 21 year old Temorris Davis was taken into custody Tuesday.  The other three suspects, Tyler Lawrence, Elijah Barnett and Donyale Jones were arrested over the weekend. The four admitted to setting up a drug deal with 25 year old Lashard Harrison last Wednesday where they ended up shooting and killing him.  They are lodged in the Hardin County Detention Center.

May 24, 2019

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A portion of the interstate in Hardin County was shut down yesterday morning. The crash happened about 7:00 Thursday morning and all lanes were reopened at 11am.

Hardin County Veterans Treatment Court has scheduled it’s graduation ceremony. The event will take place May 30th at 2pm. The Hardin County Justice Center will host the ceremony, which is to celebrate the Veterans who made it through the VTC Progam. In this program, Veterans in the Criminal Justice System are treated and rehabilitated for problems such as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and anger issues.

Elizabethtown is expected to have over 18,000 visitors this weekend. With the BBQ, Blues, and Bikes Festival starting tomorrow morning there will be road closures from 9am until 10pm. Roads that will be closed: 31W from North Miles to Central Ave., US62 (Mulberry) from Poplar to College St., North Main ST. will be shutdown at Poplar, South Main St. will remain open. Also expect a lot of traffic through Elizabethtown due to other activities happening. More information about these events can be found on the City of Elizabethtown Government Facebook Page.

The Knox Regional Development Alliance announced a new Vice President Thursday. Beth Avey has been named the Vice President for Operation. The KRDA was established in 2016 with a mission to protect and promote Fort Knox to increase its economic impact. Avey will start her new role August 1st.

The Kentucky State Police will have checkpoint searches on Memorial Day. KSP wants everyone to enjoy their holiday, but also wants to make sure everyone is being safe and responsible.