Yesterday, Kentucky surpassed a grim milestone in the fight against Covid-19.
“We surpassed more than 10,000 Kentuckians who have lost their lives due to Covid. Now, at 10,019 Kentuckians lost. Covid has been the number three killer of Kentuckians both last year and thus far this year,” Governor Andy Beshear stated in his weekly Covid-19 briefing.
In honor of the lives lost, there will be a ceremony held this Sunday at 1 p.m. that will be live streamed via Facebook and YouTube.
A woman reported missing has been found.
30-year-old Shaundra Marlene Skucza was reported missing on Thursday, November 4th.
According to State Trooper Scotty Sharp, Skucza was located yesterday.
Kentucky State Police Post 4 Troopers are investigation a fatal collision that occurred on Saturday evening on I-65 in Hardin County.
The preliminary investigation revealed a Jeep Liberty was traveling northbound on I-65 when, due to a possible medical emergency, the vehicle struck the concrete barrier, overturned, and caught on fire. The driver was transported to Baptist Health Hardin and was later pronounced deceased. The identity of the driver has not been released due to pending notification of next of kin. This is an ongoing investigation.
A shooting that took place in Rineyville last Thursday has left one dead.
“Shortly after 4 a.m. on Thursday, deputies arrived at a residence on Custard Street where they found a deceased female. She had been shot one time. The investigation led to a possible suspect who was located in Elizabethtown by Elizabethtown Police. Richard Allen Cook, a 42-year-old male, was charged with murder domestic violence and also tampering with physical evidence,” stated Hardin County Sheriff John Ward. At this time, the name of the deceased has not been released at this time. This is an ongoing investigation.
As cooler temperatures move in, Sarah Fellows with Nolin Rural Electric Co-Op reminds homeowners to winterize their houses to avoid costly damage. “In the event of below-freezing temperatures, be sure to follow basic steps to keep your pipes from freezing like opening cabinet doors or keeping a small stream of water running at all times,” she said.
When heating the home, cut down on the electric bill by monitoring thermostat settings. “For every degree that you turn down your thermostat, you save two to three percent off of your heating cost,” stated Meter and Power Use Controller Jason Mattingly. For more tips and information regarding winterizing the home, visit NolinRECC.com.
The Baptist Health Hardin Auxiliary has begun their annual Let Christmas Shine fundraiser.
A table is set up in the main lobby of the hospital Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. “You buy a light. You can do a light for 5 dollars, a shrub, a spotlight, a strand of lights or a small tree. You can do that in memory of someone or in honor of someone. They are put on the shrubbery at the hospital and we light up Baptist Health Hardin,” noted Auxiliary member Pat Howell. All proceeds from this fundraiser are given as scholarships to students going into the medical field.
Throughout the month of November, Feeding America Kentucky’s Heartland is organizing a virtual food drive. Similar to online shopping, items can be selected via their website and shipped directly to the Feeding America warehouse.
“We’re doing this because of the enormous need that we have seen over the past year. This Thanksgiving is projected to be one of the most expensive meals in the history of the holiday, and we want to help bridge the gap between those in need and those wanting to experience the holiday,” states Feeding America Volunteer Coordinator Kaitlyn Jackson.
Donations are being accepted now through November 30th. To donate, visit FeedingAmericaKY.Fenly.org.
Senator Dennis Parrett has announced he will not run for re-election.
Parrett says while health concerns are at the forefront of this decision, he wants to dedicate more time to his family, including four grandchildren.
While in the Senate, Parrett has ensured students with special needs receive a diploma after graduating from high school, and strengthened Kentucky’s DUI laws.
A domestic argument left one dead and another injured in Breckinridge County. On October 20, 2021 around 6:52 a.m. CT, Kentucky State Police was notified by the Breckinridge County Sheriff’s Office requesting assistance in investigating a shooting that had occured at a residence near the 2000 block of Lonnie Haynes Road in Breckinridge County.
When troopers arrived on scene, they discovered Dennis Devers deceased outside of the residence. The preliminary investigation revealed that during a domestic argument, Amanda Devers had shot her husband multiple times. Amanda Devers had a single gunshot wound after she accidentally shot herself in the foot. She was transported to Baptist Health Hardin for treatment and was later released. She was charged with murder and lodged in the Breckinridge County Detention Center.
The investigation is ongoing by KSP Post 4 Detective Bryan Washer.
The company contracted for Hardin County’s residential waste has filed for bankruptcy. “We are aware that Red River has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. We are monitoring the situation to see what that means for Hardin County. At this time, we’ve seen no service interruption. Based upon what little we know at this point, we do not expect any immediate concerns regarding pickup,” stated Hardin County Deputy Judge Executive Daniel London. The case went before the U.S. Court of Bankruptcy in Texas last week. “We are continuing to monitor and stay in contact with company officials to make sure we are not caught off guard by any actions, and we are undergoing contingency planning just to ensure that there is no disruption, or minimal disruption.”
No other details have been released at this time.
