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SK On announces dissolution of partnership with Ford on battery plants

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News broke Thursday morning that SK On has announced it will be ending its joint venture with Ford for battery factories, with the Korean company reportedly keeping possession of the Tennessee battery plant and the Detroit automaker retaining the Glendale-based Kentucky One and Kentucky Two facilities.

BlueOval SK External Affairs Director Keli McAlister said in a statement: “BlueOval SK is aware of SK On’s disclosure and announcement. We are working with both of our parent companies to determine what this means for BlueOval SK.”

Hardin County Judge/Executive Keith Taul said in a statement: “Kentucky has enjoyed a long-standing and productive relationship with Ford, and we remain committed to fostering our continued partnership with them moving forward.”

Governor Andy Beshear discussed the news during his Team Kentucky Update Thursday. He said Ford maintaining the Glendale plants is “at least good news for Kentucky.”

“Ford has been committed to Kentucky since the first Model T rolled off the line in Louisville, and their commitment to our state and our workforce remains strong,” Beshear said. “In fact, the company just this summer announced the third-largest investment in state history with the nearly $2 billion investment in the Louisville assembly plant for a whole new production line.”

Ford has yet to comment on the announcement. Beshear said his office expected the company to provide more information on its next steps early next week. Quicksie and The Wolf will report more information as it becomes available.

Wreaths Across America hosting ceremony at Kentucky Veterans Cemetery Central on Saturday

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Wreaths Across America at the Kentucky Veterans Cemetery Central in Radcliff will “remember those who served, honor those who have passed, and teach the next generation” during their annual wreath-laying ceremony on Saturday, December 13 beginning at 10 a.m.

“We start out with a small ceremony,” said Area Coordinator Donna Betson. “We have a guest speaker. It will be one of the generals from Fort Knox. We have quick instructions on what to do with the wreaths after we have the prayer and the short speech, and we have everyone wait to allow enough time for the family members to lay a wreath at their loved one’s headstone, and then the rest of the group is allowed after that.”

Free parking and transportation will be available for those planning to attend.

“The DAV Chapter 3, VFW Post 10281, and Willow Creek have joined together to provide transportation, and it starts at 8:30 a.m. from the Powers Paper parking lot located at 630 Knox Boulevard,” Betson said.

Those looking to support the local chapter can take advantage of a matching program. From December 13 through December 31, every wreath purchased for the local chapter will be matched by a purchase by the national Wreaths Across America organization. Make your donation through the Kentucky Veterans Cemetery Central Radcliff page on www.wreathsacrossamerica.org.

Celebrate the season during Christmas at the Holt Home

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The Judge Joseph Holt Home in Hardinsburg invites the community to celebrate the holiday season with their Christmas at the Holt Home event happening Sunday, December 14.

“We hope that people come out if they haven’t had a chance to see the home decorated,” said Friends of the Holt Home President Susan Dyer. “It just puts you really in the mood, and you smell the homemade goodies and hear a beautiful carol being sung. It’s a different time of the year where you can just relax and get in the mood for Christmas.”

Visitors can enjoy hot drinks and homemade cookies prepared by board members and members of the Breckinridge County Homemakers. Tours will be available and live music will be performed.

“Kathy Tabor will be there, the former music teacher at Breckinridge County High School, and she will be directing a 4-H group of singers,” Dyer said. “They’ll be doing Christmas music, and then it’s Paul Joseph O’Donoghue and his daughter Alison, so as people come in and see the beautiful decorations, they’ll be able to hear carols and Christmas music filling the home.”

The home will be open from 2 to 5 p.m. CST Sunday. The event is free but donations are appreciated. Visit the Friends of the Holt Home Facebook page for more information.

Hardin County Chamber has sights set on more growth in 2026

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The Hardin County Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday hosted their final Chamber luncheon of 2025, the annual Taste of the Holidays Luncheon (better known as “Hog Fest”).

Chamber President and CEO Kendra Scott said membership continues to grow, and the Hardin County Chamber remains one of the leading chambers of commerce in Kentucky.

“We have the largest luncheon attendance in the state,” Scott said. “We have one of the most dedicated and experienced boards, one of the largest ambassador programs, and a committed core of top investors, volunteers, and staff. In a nutshell, we are deeply blessed.”

Scott said the Chamber hosted 58 ribbon-cutting events for a wide variety of businesses and organizations this year while continuing to support current membership.

“For our existing members, we’ve offered a variety of programs and events designed to foster connection and growth from Business at Breakfast sessions to Lunch Mobs, Cash Mobs, Volunteer Mobs, workshops, and other initiatives,” Scott said.

Scott said with growth of programming such as the Young Professionals Network, the Chamber is looking forward to 2026.

“The Chamber has worked tirelessly in 2025 to create meaningful opportunities for connection, growth, and collaboration, and we look forward to continuing that mission in 2026,” Scott said. “Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts, for everything you do and will do as we move ahead and continue our work to advocate, network, develop, and promote.”

Visit the Chamber’s website for more information.

KSP Post Four joining nationwide drunk driving enforcement initiative

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As the holiday season approaches, Kentucky State Police Post Four will be joining a nationwide enforcement initiative focused on reducing impaired driving crashes and keeping roadways safe.

KSP Post Four will take part in the nationwide “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign, which runs now through January 1. 

According to KSP Post Four, December historically sees a sharp rise in impaired-driving incidents, with current numbers the highest they have been in nearly 15 years. Data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration shows that one person is killed in a drunk-driving crash, on average, about every 42 minutes, totalling more than 12,000 lives lost each year.

The KSP says impaired driving is “entirely preventable” and offers the following tips to help make sure no holiday gathering ends in tragedy:

-Arrange a sober ride home if alcohol or any impairing substance is part of your holiday plans.
-Use safe transportation such as rideshare services, taxis, and public transportation.
-If you encounter a vehicle being operated dangerously, when safe to do so contact 911 or your nearest KSP post.
-Always wear your seatbelt.

More information on drunk driving statistics and national safety initiatives can be found on the NHTSA website.