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This week we get to meet Shania, a 7 year old brown pittie with grey around her muzzle weighing 49 pounds, and Gemma, an 8 year old black and white pettie/lab mix weighing 37 pounds, two dogs looking for new Furever homes. If you have any questions feel free to reach out to the shelter at 270-769-3428, visit their Facebook page at Hardin County Animal Shelter – Elizabethtown or stop by in person at 220 Peterson Drive in E-town, Monday to Saturday form 12 noon through 4pm. Furever Friends is brought to you by locally veteran-owned, Pet Supplies Plus, at 209 Towne Drive in Elizabethtown.

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E-Town Police hosting resource fair and 5K Wednesday

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The Elizabethtown Police Department invites the public to come together for a special event this Wednesday.

“Despite the recent crazy weather we have experienced in our region, we are still hosting the National Crime Victims Rights Week Resource Fair and 5K this Wednesday at the Elizabethtown Sports Park,” said EPD Public Information Officer Chris Denham.

The resource fair, which will feature local partners and helpful services available in the area, will begin at 5:30 p.m. The 5K, which is open to all ages and fitness levels, kicks off at 6:30.

“Prior to the race, both Chief Jeremy Thompson and Attorney General Russell Coleman will make remarks,” Denham said. “This is a free, family-friendly event, and snow cones and hot chocolate will be provided for all in attendance.”

Find the event page, which has the link to register via runsignup.com, on the Elizabethtown Police Department Facebook page.

Kentuckians urged to not take unnecessary risks as flood recovery continues

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Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear provided an update as communities across the commonwealth continue to see impacts from recent severe weather.

While rain has ceased and water has receded in many areas, several rivers and creeks remain at or above the flood stage. The National Water Prediction Service measured the Ohio River at McAlpine Lower at 67.85 feet Tuesday night, with a crest of 68.4 feet projected for Wednesday evening.

Search and rescue teams have performed 142 rescues and 272 evacuations. The Kentucky State Police has responded to nearly 19,000 calls for service. The governor says four people in four counties have been killed as a result of flooding. Kentuckians are urged to stay alert and watch for high water.

“The biggest concerns that we have right now are cars driving through water, are people going around barricades,” Beshear said. “I just saw a new story about another rescue that had to occur because someone drove around barricades. When you do that, you not only put your life in danger, you put the lives of everybody who’s coming to rescue you in danger.”

The governor reported that just over 2,600 people across the state were without power as of Tuesday morning. About 850 customers are without water, and boil water advisories are in effect for about 4,000 customers.

Kentuckians with non-life-threatening needs may contact the state’s Emergency Management Line at 502-607-6665, and those affected by the storms may reach the Disaster Distress Helpline at 1-800-985-5990. Kentuckians looking to support those in need may donate to the Team Kentucky Storm Relief Fund, more information on which is available at www.kentucky.gov.

Beshear declared a state of emergency ahead of the storms on April 2, and the White House approved Beshear’s request for an emergency disaster declaration on April 4. LaRue County approved a local state of emergency Tuesday.

Kentucky Shakespeare staging free show at Freeman Lake Park; tickets for Bunny Brunch still available

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“All the world’s a stage, and all the men and women merely players.”

In this case, however, the players are Kentucky Shakespeare, and the stage is the bandstand at Freeman Lake Park, which is where kKntucky’s official Shakespeare festival will be visiting for a free performance of Macbeth as part of their spring tour.

The free performance, which is open to all ages, will be staged on Tuesday, April 29. Parking will open at 5:30 p.m. with the performance beginning at 6:30. Attendees are encouraged to bring a blanket or chairs, and seating will be festival style. Food vendors will be on site, and in the event of inclement weather the performance will move to the State Theater.

Ahead of that, the City of Elizabethtown invites you to hop on over for a special Easter event.

“We are having the very first ever Bunny Brunch at the State Theater, and we’re really excited about that,” said Priscilla Scarborough with the city’s events staff. “We have two different sessions available. Folks can come and bring the kiddos, dressed in your Sunday best.”

The event will be held this Saturday, April 12 at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m.

“You will get to visit with Mr. Bunny himself,” Scarborough said. “You will have a professional photo right there on the spot and then have a great brunch. We’re going to have some activities and crafts, and probably maybe the ‘Bunny Hop.’”

Visit www.thestate270.org for ticket information.

Nolin RECC accepting applications for Operation Round-Up grants

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Nolin RECC is accepting applications for grants through their Operation Round-Up program.

“Operation Round-Up is a voluntary program,” said Nolin RECC Communications Manager Sarah Fellows. “Nolin RECC members can choose to round up their bill each month to the nearest dollar. All those nickels and dimes and quarters, really, for an average Nolin member only adds up to about $6 a year, but it makes such a big difference because thousands of Nolin members are choosing to do that.”

The co-op says the average yearly donation for an individual member is about $6, but those donations have provided for more than $415,000 in grants since 2006. Local organizations that have benefited include Project L.E.A.R.N, Wesley Hilltop House, and Knob Creek Conservancy.

Grant applications are accepted and reviewed by the operation round-up board of directors which is made up of local residents. The application can be found at www.nolinrecc.com or can be picked up at the co-op’s office locations.

The deadline to apply is May 1. Contact Nolin RECC at 270-765-6153 for more information.