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Tuesday, April 1st, 2025
Good morning, Elizabethtown. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 1st of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The American Red Cross of South Central Kentucky will install free smoke alarms and offer fire safety education to Elizabethtown households on April 26 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Teams will help families check for expired alarms and create evacuation plans—volunteers are needed to support the effort. Quicksie 98.3
- ➤ The Central Hardin community mourned the loss of two high school juniors who died Monday — local residents gathered in support as officials provided resources for grieving families. The News-Enterprise
- ➤ Beth Pyles & Priscilla Scarborough explained that the State Theater will show spring movies and Freeman Lake Park will host a bunny hunt in Elizabethtown. The events will take place this season to offer local residents fun options for outdoor activity. Quicksie 98.3
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students in Hardin County Water District No. 2 are invited to apply for scholarships totaling up to $30,000 provided by the Burton and Barbara Langley Family Foundation and the water district. High school seniors must have a GPA of 2.5 and college or trade school students need a GPA of 3.2—applications must be submitted by April 15. Quicksie 98.3
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Nearly 3,000 pinwheels were planted at the Kentucky State Capitol on Monday morning to mark Child Abuse Prevention Month, with each pinwheel representing 17 children born in Kentucky. Gov. Andy Beshear introduced the new Upstream Academy program — which will train a representative in every county to recognize and prevent child abuse — as officials noted the state’s rate of over 14 children per 1,000 suffering abuse and Jill Seyfred launched the '120 Counties in 120 Days' initiative. WLKY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A.J. Brammer hosts the local sports update podcast today and shares game scores, team schedules, and key highlights to keep Elizabethtown residents informed — the update covers the latest in local athletics. Quicksie 98.3
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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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