Good morning, Elizabethtown.

Josh Miller began his new role as executive director for Warm Blessings Community Kitchen Monday, Feb.

16 in Hardin County and said he was excited to serve neighbors while seeking to boost volunteer support following Dawn Cash's passing.

Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet reminds residents to avoid outdoor burning near woodlands or brushlands during Spring Wildfire Hazard Season through April 30; burning is banned from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. to curb human-caused fires.

Environmental groups in Kentucky gathered recently to urge lawmakers to boost funding for conservation initiatives after a Nature Conservancy report showed the state ranks last among its peers.

Lawmakers are considering House Bill 166 to create a Chief Resiliency Officer — a step that could improve disaster preparedness.

Elizabethtown officials will host a neighborhood forum (6 to 7:30 p.m. tonight) at Central Avenue Baptist Church to review improvement plans for North Downtown (residents are invited to share ideas to guide the project’s future).

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.

Antique House Show

10 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Brown-Pusey House — Admission fee may apply — Discover treasures and get expert appraisals at this unique antique event.