Thursday, March 27th, 2025
Good morning, Elizabethtown. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 27th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ This week we meet Duke, a 3 1/2-year-old Heeler mix, and Cooper, a one-year-old black and brown Shepperd mix — both looking for new Furever homes. People can call 270-769-3428 or visit Hardin County Animal Shelter at 220 Peterson Drive Monday to Saturday from 12 noon through 4 p.m. Quicksie 98.3
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Multiple law enforcement agencies are searching for armed and dangerous fugitive Jonathan Ruby, 45, of White Plains (Hopkins) who fled on foot after a physical fight following a traffic accident and is wanted on felony warrants for controlled substance trafficking, fleeing police, and parole violations; he is a white male, six feet one inch tall and about 260 pounds with brown hair and green eyes, and was last seen wearing camouflage pants, a red shirt and a black jacket. K105
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, Hardin County Fiscal Court met for its second monthly session where Jeff Stone from ESCI presented findings on emergency services and funding options—including a recommended levy to address fire and EMS needs. Magistrates voted 6—3 against changing the Pearl Hollow Landfill lease as they decided to focus on the county budget, and the court will meet again on April 8. Quicksie 98.3
- ➤ The Elizabethtown Planning Commission met Tuesday evening and reviewed proposals including a public hearing on a zoning map amendment for 707 Saint John Road requested by property owner Hanna Yun to change from R-1 Low-Density Residential to R-6 High-Density Multi-Family Residential and C-3 Regional Commercial for a mixed-use project. City planning staff urged screening measures and a roundabout — steps meant to protect nearby properties — while the commission tabled further discussion until the April 22 meeting and recommended approval on amendments for 475 Hodgenville Road and 4601 North Dixie Avenue. Quicksie 98.3
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Tin Zelkova Concert
Tin Zelkova will perform live at Bourbon Barrel Tavern in Elizabethtown, KY, providing an engaging music experience.
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Monthly Meeting of Elizabethtown Tourism & Convention Bureau
9-10 a.m. | Elizabethtown Tourism & Convention Bureau | Free entry | Engage with local tourism initiatives promoting attractions and convention activities.
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Survive to Thrive Art Auction Fundraiser 2025
6-11:30 p.m. — The House on Helm — Fundraising event — Bid on unique art pieces while supporting a meaningful cause.
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