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With numerous reports of bear sightings in Hardin and surrounding counties over the past several days, wildlife officials say residents should be cautious with the animals.
Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Bear program coordinator John Hast says those who spot bears should report them to the Kentucky Fish and Wildlife’s Info Center for tracking data.
It’s almost an annual occurrence.
A traveling fair sets up shop at the Towne Mall in Elizabethtown for a few days each the summer. But this seemingly ordinary event has been met with criticism from residents in a year where many attractions have shut down due to health and safety concerns. But health officials say they approved the business’ health and safety plan for operation.
Lincoln Trail Health Environmental Director Bryan Carroll says the company outlined plans for sanitation of what was referred to as “major touch” area, as well as social distancing. The carnival will operate until August 16th.
Many have been waiting on the announcement for weeks, but Governor Andy Beshear finally made his recommendation last night regarding in-person instruction for schools this fall. Beshear said that, while the ultimate goal should be a return to face-to-face teaching, schools aren’t ready for that just yet.
Also announced at last night’s press conference was that bars and restaurants would once again be allowed to operate at 50% capacity. However, they will have to do so with a last call for drinks at 10 p.m., and will have to close by 11 p.m.
An Eastern Kentucky man was arrested last week after police recovered over 100 pounds of cocaine during a traffic stop.
Trooper Scotty Sharp. The driver, Paul Branham of Paintsville, was released on a partially secured bond last week, and is scheduled for an appearance in Hardin District Court this morning.
While talks on Capitol Hill stalled Friday evening, President Donald Trump took action on pandemic relief, signing 4 orders on Saturday. Most notably, the President reinstated unemployment bonuses, this time $400 per week through the end of the year. However, the relief comes with a catch, as states will be required to contribute 25% of the aid, $100, meaning it will be up to each state to sign off on the contribution. It is unclear at this time if a legal challenge to the President’s orders will happen.
