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Friday, February 13th, 2026

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Good morning, Elizabethtown. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of February.

CULTURE NEWS

  • Fish fries are returning this Lent as local communities come together for traditional meals. St. James in Elizabethtown will host a fry every Friday from Feb. 20 to March 27 (5 to 7:30 p.m.) with dine-in and carry-out options.  WLKY

EDUCATION NEWS

  • High school seniors who are children of KFB members must submit applications for the post-secondary scholarship program by 11:59 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 28. Funds cover tuition, housing, books, and more—supporting nontraditional students in over 50 categories.  Quicksie 98.3
  • Five schools in Elizabethtown and LaRue County were named as recipients of the 2026 Read to Achieve grants to help struggling readers. The funds will improve reading programs at the selected schools.  The News-Enterprise

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • On Thursday, Feb. 12, Fort Knox Garrison Commander and Cameron Giles discussed events on post (recorded as a podcast) to inform residents about upcoming activities.  Quicksie 98.3

HEALTH NEWS

  • At a Hardin County Chamber luncheon, Baptist Health Hardin President Rob Ramey said the hospital is shifting resources toward community wellness by partnering with local groups to address food insecurities + opening a Cecilia Mediplex facility this spring and an urgent care center in Radcliff this fall.  Quicksie 98.3

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Wine Down Wednesday: Spring Gnome Paint and Sip

    6:30-8:30 p.m. — Waters Edge Winery & Bistro — Pre-pay required — Unleash your creativity with a spring-themed painting night accompanied by wine and laughter.

    Wed, 3/11/26

    View event

REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Reading is faster than listening. Doing is faster than watching.

~ Naval Ravikant

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