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September is National Preparedness Month, which encourages everybody to take the small steps necessary to be prepared for an emergency or disaster. The theme for the month this year is “Americans stand ready.” Radcliff Deputy Fire Marshal Tommy Crane says Kentucky sees a full gambit of severe weather including tornadoes, flash flooding, extreme heat, and winter storms, but he says the need for preparedness extends to every day situations such […]

Grayson County residents looking for a fun way to get active are invited to come out on September 15 for the kickoff of the Walk Grayson initiative. “This is the first of its kind,” said CommuniCare Certified Prevention Specialist Andrea Sheroan. “It's an initiative to just kind of promote health. It's really cool and an interesting concept. It's being led by the Owensboro Twin Lakes team in partnership with a […]

The suspect in a manhunt in Breckinridge County that put the City of Irvington under a Shelter in Place order Wednesday and later allegedly shot a firearm at law enforcement is in custody. During a press conference Thursday morning, Irvington Mayor Charles Lucas announced that Lester Perks was located by officers with the Breckinridge County Sheriff’s Office and taken into custody about 24 hours after the manhunt began when Perks […]

For the 25th year, the United Way of Central Kentucky has begun their annual campaign as they look for support in their mission to bring together people, resources, and organizations to build stronger communities. The Hardin County Chamber of Commerce’s September Membership Luncheon Wednesday served as the formal kickoff for the campaign. UWCK President and CEO Kirk Chadwick said at the event the organization is excited to build on a […]

Voter registration in Kentucky saw another jump in August. The Kentucky Secretary of State’s Office says voter registration saw a net increase of 4,602 voters in the month of August. According to the Secretary of State’s Office, independent or other registrations increased by 2,493 voters in August, Republican registration increased by 1,849 voters, and Democratic registration increased by 260 voters. Republican registration makes up 48 percent of the state electorate, […]

Fort Knox invites the community to join in their observation of Patriot Day, recognizing the 25th anniversary of the September 11th attacks. “We're doing a ceremony to honor and remember the profound sacrifices of all service members, federal civilians, first responders, and family members in relation to the events 25 years ago,” said Fort Knox Garrison Commander Colonel David Holstead. “At the Patton Museum, in the 9/11 exhibit room, we […]

Law enforcement in Breckinridge County is searching for a subject after the City of Irvington was put under a shelter in place order. That situation impacted Breckinridge County Schools, which has now cancelled school for the day. “Irvington city was put into a shelter in place mode, so we went into a two-hour delay,” said Breckinridge County Schools Superintendent Dr. Nick Carter. “Now here in the last few minutes, we […]

The summer season is winding down, but “Spooky Season” is just around the corner and LaRue County is getting ready to celebrate. Registration is open for Trick or Treat on the Square, which will be held in Downtown Hodgenville from 6 to 8 p.m. on Halloween. According to the LaRue County Chamber of Commerce, the event is open to all businesses and organizations. Participating groups will be expected to provide […]

The Elizabethtown Tourism and Convention Bureau is officially under new leadership, and the new leader is a familiar face. According to a release Tuesday, after a comprehensive search process Interim Executive Director Krysta Souleyrette has been appointed to serve in the position full-time. “I'm incredibly honored to be chosen as the executive director of Elizabethtown Tourism, and I'm excited to continue to move forward and move our destination forward,” Souleyrette […]