Good morning, Elizabethtown.

Staff Sgt. Benjamin Pennington, the first Kentuckian killed in the Iran war, will arrive Friday afternoon at Fort Knox to begin a local funeral service that includes a motorcade to Trowbridge Funeral Home + visitation begins Saturday at 10:00 a.m. at Central Hardin High School.

North Hardin Lions launched a youth empowerment initiative to help local youth learn about juvenile justice, character building, and social-emotional skills.

The program will soon offer classes and support in Elizabethtown.

Hardin County Public Library is displaying artworks inspired by a book, created by young readers in its program room.

The exhibition offers a creative space for community members to appreciate local talent.

Lawmakers overrode Gov. Beshear’s veto on Tuesday, letting Kentucky students use up to $1,700 in federal tax credits for donations to scholarship organizations for both public & private schools.

The bill, now under the secretary of state's authority, passed with strong support in both chambers.

Fort Knox Public Affairs Officer Ryan Brus visited Fort Knox to update the community on current operations and activities (recorded for a podcast).

The Kentucky Blood Center will host a blood drive at Baptist Health Hardin auditorium from 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. on Friday, April 3 to boost the local supply for treatments; donors must be at least 17 (or 16 with parental consent) and weigh 110 pounds, and will receive a t-shirt.

Melvin, a 5-year-old tri-colored Beagle, and Kip, an 11-month-old tan and white Husky-Shepherd are looking for forever homes at the Hardin County Animal Shelter located at 220 Peterson Drive where visitors are welcome Monday to Saturday.

A rabies clinic will be held on April 11 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. with more details available at 270-769-3428.

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.