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On today’s Ft. Knox Report, Kyle Hodges shares info about the re-opening of the Patton Museum, plus a fun Easter event happening this weekend.
In another edition of Thursday Theater, Jodie finally gets a chance to step into her favorite TV show, Grey’s Anatomy. Well, we do our best to be TV doctors as we read the lyrics to a Carrie Underwood hit!
13 year old Reaghan from Elizabethtown needs a rare type of surgery to correct her Scoliosis. She and her mother will be traveling from Kentucky to New York City for a newer non-fusion corrective surgery called Anterior Scoliosis Correction.
HCCC President enjoys drive-by celebration on final day before retirement
Car horns were blaring yesterday in downtown Elizabethtown, but not because of any traffic related issues. Friends, businesses, and community leaders drove by the Chamber of Commerce building to wish outgoing President and CEO Brad Richardson a happy retirement. Richardson, who has led the organization since 20-11, says he’s done some reflecting over the past few days.
The chamber is still in the process of choosing a new President and CEO.
ECTC announces accreditation for Heavy Equipment program
The Heavy Equipment program at Elizabethtown Community and Technical College has achieved a significant milestone. The college announced this week that the program has received accreditation from the Associated Equipment Distributors Foundation. With that, ECTC became the foundation’s first accredited college in the state of Kentucky, as well as the 41st in the nation. The accreditation begins this month and runs until March of 2026, a 5-year term.
April begins month of awareness for sexual assault and child abuse
Today begins a month-long campaign for two important awareness campaigns. April annually marks National Sexual Assault Awareness Month, as well as Child Abuse Prevention Month. April 1st is also a day for individuals to show their solidarity with those affect by child abuse through what they wear.
SilverLeaf Executive Director Jillian Cardin says resources and events for both awareness campaigns can be found on the organization’s website and social media. Kentucky is ranked 1st in the nation when it comes to child abuse.
Patton Museum re-opens on Fort Knox
After several months of closures, the General George Patton Museum of Leadership is finally back open at Fort Knox, and with some new exhibits. In an article from the US Army’s website, officials say they’ve taken time to update some exhibits and sections during the four month closure. The museum also has new operating hours: Monday through Friday 9 a-m to 4:30 p-m. All visitors must come through at Chaffee Gate.
HMHF announces hire of first philanthropy officer
A first for the Hardin Memorial Health Foundation. The organization recently announced the addition of their first philanthropy officer, Casin Hubbard. In a news release, officials say Hubbard brings over six years of experience in the healthcare industry to the Foundation.
Officials say the position was designed to connect donors with projects at the hospital that improve the care of patients. Hubbard is a native of Meade county.
Final day for Nolin RECC’s scholarship applications
Today’s the final day for applications for Nolin RECC’s annual scholarships. This year, the cooperative is offering eight, $1,500 dollar scholarships, as well as the Bob Wade Memorial scholarship, all a part of the co-op’s mission to advance educational initiatives.
Scholarships are open to those 21 years and under who live with a Nolin member. Applications, as well as more information, can be found by going to Nolin RECC’s website.
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Crews restripe stretch of 31W, reduced to 3 lanes
Heads up, motorists. Crews began work this weekend in Elizabethtown, working towards a new lane configuration for Dixie Highway South of public square. Officials say the lane diet plan will see the section from public square to New Glendale Road reconfigured into 3 lanes, down from 4 lanes.
Kentucky Transportation District Four spokesperson Chris Jessie says the project is the same as was done in 2012 from the public square to St. John Road.
“Welcome Home” event set for tonight at American Legion Post 113
Today is Vietnam Veterans Day, and the local chapter of the American Legion is hosting a welcome home event for those service members later today.
Post 113 Adjunct Brian Knoch. The event replaces the traditional dinner that is held due to Covid-19. Knoch says those wishing to help can be at the post no later than 5 pm this evening.
NWS confirms tornados in LaRue, Grayson Counties
Last week’s storms did result in two tornado in the region, damaging buildings and property in their path. The National Weather Service sent crews from their Louisville field office to LaRue and Grayson counties to investigate the damage on Friday. From preliminary investigations, crews reported later that day that a suspected EF-1 tornado touched down in LaRue county, as well as an EF-0 tornado in Grayson County. A full, conclusive report is being compiled by officials.
FOHCAS makes donation to Pet Food Pantry
The newly formed Pet Food Pantry in Hardin County received a donation from a like minded organization recently. Friends of the Hardin County Animal Shelter announced a 2,500 dollar donation to the pantry from their own Pet Retention Fund.
Spokesperson Sarah Fellows says the group’s fund was created during the pandemic with the same goal in mind: allowing owners the ability to feed their pets despite difficult financial situations. The Pet Food Pantry is run through Helping Hand of Hope.
EPD: Stolen vehicle leads to a high-speed pursuit on Interstate
A stolen vehicle led to a high-speed pursuit through Hardin county over the weekend. According to arrest citations, Elizabethtown Police received a call Friday night of a stolen Hummer from East Dixie. An officer traveling northbound on I-65 observed the vehicle and attempted to initiate a traffic stop. The vehicle fled, traveling at high speeds and weaving in and out of traffic. The vehicle exited the interstate onto Joe Prather highway, where it continued to flee, sometimes traveling in the opposite direction of travel. Kentucky State Police were able to deflate the vehicle tires, with the suspect exiting the vehicle an fleeing on foot. Police apprehended the suspect, Preston Cahill, after a short chase. Cahill was arrested and charged with Wanton Endangerment 1st, Fleeing or Evading police, as well as Criminal Mischief. He was lodged in the Hardin County Detention Center.
Officials prepare to reopen Visitor Center at Lincoln Birthplace
Visitors to the Lincoln Birthplace will soon be able to enter the visitor center again. The park announced recently that the visitor center would open for tourists on April 7th, after being closed for several months as crews worked to install fire suppression systems inside of the structure. The building, built in the late 1950’s, houses the park’s gift shop, as well as theater and museum components. The $349,000 project began on January 21st. The system was the first of its kind to be placed in the center.
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