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Thursday, January 16th, 2025

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Good morning, Elizabethtown. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of January.

CRIME NEWS

  • Law enforcement agencies in Elizabethtown and Hardin County are alerting the public about scams involving fake toll notices and spoofed sheriff's office calls, urging residents to verify information and report suspicious activities.  Quicksie 98.3
  • A one-year-old girl, Malayah Banks, tragically lost her life while under the care of 20-year-old Terrance Corbin in Elizabethtown, prompting charges of murder against him.  WLKY
  • An Elizabethtown man pled not guilty to 16 child pornography charges in Hardin Circuit Court.  The News-Enterprise

ECONOMY NEWS

  • An Elizabethtown woman was recently promoted at Agentis Management Inc.  The News-Enterprise
  • Elizabethtown experiences a 30% increase in building permits and a significant spike in construction costs due to development surge following the BlueOval SK announcement, highlighting the city's shifting housing market and future planning goals.  Quicksie 98.3

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Lincoln Trail Area Development District in Kentucky has deployed a new fleet of drones, funded by CARES Act allocations and a Lincoln National Bank donation, to enhance disaster response efforts, which have already successfully aided in emergencies.  WLKY
  • The Hardin County Fiscal Court approved the hiring of a new solid waste support coordinator amid discussions on its necessity and impact on the county's services and budget.  Quicksie 98.3

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Clagett Photography

    The ribbon cutting ceremony at Clagett Photography will feature an opportunity to meet the founders and celebrate the opening of their award-winning studio in the community.

    Fri, 1/17/25

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  • 18th Century Market Fair

    The event features muzzleloading rifles, leather goods, ironware, and various crafts from the 18th-century Kentucky frontier.

    Fri, 2/7/25

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  • 2025 Health & Human Services Expo and Luncheon

    The annual Health & Human Services Expo will feature local healthcare providers, free screenings, and a keynote address by Rob Ramey from Baptist Health Hardin.

    Wed, 2/12/25

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  • Valentine's Dinner Experience at J.R. Neighbors

    Celebrate Valentine's Day with a romantic four-course dinner at J.R. Neighbors, featuring fine dining in a cozy atmosphere.

    Sat, 2/15/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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