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2 Airlifted after E’town crash

3 people injured after a crash in Elizabethtown Tuesday afternoon. Police say they were called to the intersection of Leitchfield Road and Ring Road shortly before 12:30 yesterday.

Officer Chris Denham says all three individuals sustained serious injuries, but are not thought to be life threatening.

Recipients announced ahead of Friday’s Beacons of Light event

The 3rd annual Beacons of Light celebration for Elizabethtown Community and Technical College takes place later this week. Organizers say the event, which will honor several inductees this year, highlights local black excellence in the community.

College Director of Cultural Diversity Jerisia Lamons says plans are in place to also honor individuals who passed away in the past year, including Bro. Jimmy Curl and former Radcliff councilwoman Tanya Seabrooks. The event premieres Friday at 7 pm on the college’s YouTube and Facebook page.

Hardin Co. man arrested after allegedly assaulting woman over 5 day period

A Hardin county man has been arrested after allegedly assaulting a woman over a 5 day period. According to an arrest warrant, the victim had been unable to leave her residence by the suspect, Donald Lewis, beginning on February 16th. Lewis allegedly took the victim’s phone, not allowing her to contact police, and would not let her get onto work from home. The victim says she was assaulted from February 16th through February 21st, when she was able to flee. When police encountered her, the officer noted both eyes being black and blue, as well as blood in her eyes, in addition to swelling on her face and the victim complaining of a possible broken rib. She was transported to Baptist Health Hardin for further evaluation. Lewis was arrested and charged with unlawful imprisonment and assault 2nd degree. He was lodged in the Hardin county Detention Center.

St. Baldrick’s Elizabethtown just over 2 weeks away

It’s just over 2 weeks away: the annual St. Baldricks event in Elizabethtown. With the event going virtual due to Covid-19, organizers have adopted a different method of fundraising, encouraging participants to do anything, as long as it raises money for childhood cancer research.

Since the events start in 2011, the local chapter has raised over $200,000 for childhood cancer research.

Beshear: All districts to offer some sort of in-person instruction March 1st

All students across the commonwealth might be returning to in-person instruction in some capacity to start next month. Governor Andy Beshear announced a new executive order concerning in-person instruction during his update yesterday afternoon.

Beshear did note that all but six districts in the state are offering some sort of in-person instruction for students. In other news, the state reported 1,497 new cases of the virus, with a positivity rate of 6.3% for the state.

E’town shooting leaves once person dead

Officials with the Elizabethtown Police Department say the incident happened just before 10:30 p.m. Saturday night in the 500 block of Village Drive. Officials say a man, 29-year old Irving White, arrived at the residence with 2 males already inside the home. An altercation ensued, with White returning to his vehicle only to fire shots into the house. Shots were returned, with White being struck. White drove a short distance before succumbing to his wounds. White was pronounced deceased at the scene. EPD says the incident remains under investigation.

HCS adds second day of NTI for students following staff vaccinations

Slight changes to the vaccine plan for Hardin County Schools. The district announced Friday that an additional day has been added following staff vaccination for the possibility of lingering side effects from staff members. Officials acknowledged that while the chance of side effects among staff are low, the district cannot supply substitute teachers as they will also be receiving the vaccine. An updated list of when school personnel will receive their 2nd Moderna vaccine can be found on the Hardin County Schools website.

Golf scramble being organized for Ward family

A golf scramble to benefit the Ward family is taking shape. Organizers with Give 270 announced plans for the Ward Warriors Golf Scramble recently, aimed at supporting the Ward family whose daughters Adley and Tenley have both been affected by leukemia. The scramble will take place April 30th at the Elizabethtown Country Club, with a silent auction and additional contests taking place throughout the day. Registration for the scramble can be found by going to the Give 270 website.

Hodgenville square damaged for second time

For the second time in just over 2 months, a DUI has resulted in damage to the square in Hodgenville. Early Saturday morning, police were called to Lincoln square in reference to a one vehicle wreck. An investigation revealed that the vehicle had failed to negotiate the traffic circle, driving into several decorations and lights, including an antique truck.

Hodgenville Police Corporal Jordan Whitlow says a passenger of the vehicle was transported for medical treatment. The square was first damaged back on December 5th in another DUI incident.

Man arrested after Hardin Co. scam

Just days after warning Hardin county residents of a scam, a New Mexico man has been arrested after taking over $10,000 from an elderly couple. According to the Hardin County Sheriff’s Office, a man claiming to be the grandson of a couple called asking for $10,500, saying he had been arrested and needed cash for bail. The man, and someone posing as a lawyer, stated that the money could be given to someone who would come to the residence. Several days later, authorities arrested Robert Sanchez of New Mexico at Louisville International Airport on charges of theft over $10,000 The investigation is ongoing, with officials saying they expect more arrests.

Stormwater officials see possible flow increase, but no flooding, as snow begins to melt

Now that the temperature is warming back up, the snow that blanketed the region isn’t likely to last much longer. Stormwater officials say the melting snow, mixed with some rain, might lead to increased flow in some creeks and streams, but no major cause for concern.

Elizabethtown Stormwater Director Rita Davis says city crews hauled some snow to various locations to melt, including the Elizabethtown Nature Park, where she says they can control downstream water levels as the snow melts.

Two down, one to go: third winter storm expected overnight Wednesday

As the area continues to clean up from the previous winter storm, another is on it’s way, with officials saying it’ll bring more weather that is likely to impact roads once again.

The National Weather Service is scheduled to hold another conference call on the system later today.

Beshear: State to receive another increase in vaccine supply

Another boost to Kentucky’s Covid-19 vaccine supply was announced yesterday. Governor Beshear said the federal government is expected to start shipping out 13.5 million doses per week to states. Kentucky is now slated to receive over 87,000 doses next week. In terms of case numbers, the commonwealth reported 1,255 new cases of the virus. Tuesday, with Hardin one of the top reporting counties with 50 new cases. LaRue reported 5 and Meade reported 2.

United Way opens their annual tax help program

It’s the middle of tax season, and United Way of Central Kentucky is once again offering tax helps for residents through their VITA program.

Spokesperson Hunter Roberts says there is no individual or household threshold for assistance this year, just anyone making less than $66,000 in the past year. More information as well as locations can be found on the United Way of Central Kentucky website.

HCS to finish week on NTI

It’s NTI for Hardin county students for the rest of the week. A one-call to parents and staff last night informed them that Hardin County Schools would operate virtually for the rest of the week due to forecasted weather and road conditions.

More cancellations and weather delays can be found by click this link.

KYTC move around salt supplies as another winter storm approaches

With two winter storms over and at least one more on the way, transportation officials say they’ve had to make some adjustments to road salt supplies.

District 4 spokesperson Chris Jessie says the district might have to look at different strategies on how they’re using the salt if more impactful winter weather hits.

KYTC crews prepare for winter weather

Officials with Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 4 say crews are prepared for the inclement weather heading toward the region over the next several hours.

Spokesperson Chris Jessie says crews have been out on the road since the early morning hours.

Radcliff Police, Crime Stoppers asking for public assistance after armed robberies

After a string of armed robberies, Radcliff police and other law enforcement organizations are asking for the public’s help.

Surveillance stills of the individuals can be found on the Radcliff police department’s website. Anyone with information on the robberies is asked to contact law enforcement or Hardin county Crime Stoppers. Those reporting to Crime Stoppers can remain anonymous either through P3tips.org or by calling.

Virtual auction to benefit CASA, Crusade for Children, to end tonight

Today is the final day to take part in CASA of the Heartland’s first ever virtual auction.

The event closes this evening at 5 p.m. Details on the auction, as well as items, can be found on the organization’s Facebook page.

LTDHD postpones Wednesday vaccine clinic

Just a day after quickly filling up vaccination appointments, Lincoln Trail Health officials have postponed today’s scheduled vaccine clinic. Officials made the announcement last night, saying expected weather has caused the postponement. Officials say a makeup date of February 17th has been added for the clinic that was slated to take place today. Updates from the health department can be found on their Facebook page.

Emergency management officials prepare possible shelters in case of outages

Though the more severe parts of the ice storm are slated to begin late Wednesday and into Thursday, county emergency management officials have begun preparations for shelters for residents, should a large amount of power go out to residents across the county.

Hardin County Emergency Management Director Bryce Shumate says seven such shelters will be set up throughout the county.

HCS resumes staff vaccinations

Today, schools are resuming vaccinations once again for signed up staff members. Hardin County officials say that the process has gone smooth through the first 2 days.

Elementary schools will begin staff vaccinations today. A list of affected schools and learning groups can be found by going to the district’s Facebook page and website.

BHH officials roll out treatment for COVID patients not in hospitals

A new treatment is now available for non-hospitalized individuals who test positive for Covid-19. Baptist Health Hardin officials announced Friday the use of Bamlinivimab, intended to help those with mild and moderate illness from Covid-19.

Patients must meet some criteria to take one of two such anti-body treatments. Godfrey stresses that the treatment is not a substitute for the vaccine. The treatment was granted emergency use from the FDA.

Elizabethtown area one of the safest from violent crimes in country

Recent 2019 data sets from the FBI shows that the Elizabethtown-Fort Knox Metropolitan Statistical Area is one of the country safest when it comes to violent crime per capita. The area registered 5th on the list with a violent crime rate of 99.8 per 100,000 inhabitants. Others in front of the Elizabethtown area on the list include Provo, Utah, Bangor, Maine, and even San German, Puerto Ricco.

Hardin County sheriff named president of state’s sheriffs’ association

The Kentucky Sheriffs’ Association has a local name atop their ranks. Hardin County Sheriff John Ward was announced as the organization’s new president at the annual meeting last week.

Ward says the term of president is for 1 year. Ward has served in the organization since becoming Hardin county’s sheriff in 2014.

Hardin Co. man sentenced to 190 months in prison

A Sonora man has been sentenced 2 years after an armed carjacking in Elizabethtown. Joshua Logsdon was sentenced in U.S. District court last week to 190 months of imprisonment followed by 5 years of supervised release. In 2019, officials say Logsdon forced a driver out of their car at gunpoint, firing the weapon as they escaped. As police arrived on scene, Logsdon then drove the vehicle towards them. Logsdon led several law enforcement agencies on a high speed pursuit through Elizabethtown and onto I-65, with the pursuit ending in Sonora.

State positivity rate drops below 8 percent over the weekend

Just over 3,500 cases of Covid-19 from this past weekend in the state. Officials announced 1,998 on saturday and 1,532 on Sunday. As of last night, the state’s positivity rate is down to 7.9%. For local counties, Hardin county reported 57 new cases from this weekend, Meade county reported 20 new cases, and LaRue county reported 12.