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Friday, April 17th, 2026
Good morning, Elizabethtown. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Churchill Downs will host Sunday Funday on April 26 with free entry for Pegasus Pin holders. Racing gates will open at 11:30 a.m. and the first post is scheduled for 12:45 p.m. (Pins cost $7 at local retailers). WLKY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ State lawmakers awarded the Louisville Orchestra $3.2 million to extend its free tour through 2028, with stops in Glasgow (Elizabethtown) and Shelby County this summer. Since 2022, the tour reached about 57,000 people through concerts, school visits, and community events. WLKY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Elizabethtown Community and Technical College will hold its 2026 Giving Day next Wednesday during Community College Month. Community members can look forward to opportunities that support the college. The News-Enterprise
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Kentucky Fish and Wildlife reminds residents to watch young wildlife from a distance this spring because parent animals often leave nests while foraging. Residents are urged to secure trash cans and check properties before mowing to prevent attracting predators + avoid unnecessary harm. Quicksie 98.3
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Garrison Commander Col Dave Holstead visited Ft. Knox today to discuss ongoing changes and updates at the base (as part of his regular briefing) and explain new measures to strengthen operations. Quicksie 98.3
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Kentucky Derby Festival’s hole-in-one contest starts today at Cityscoot Golf Course, giving local golfers a chance to win $1 million (sponsored by Stockyards Bank) with qualifiers running from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on multiple days. WLKY
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Wine Down Wednesday Paint & Sip
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Waters Edge Winery & Bistro — Pre-pay required — Enjoy painting a spring-themed scene while sipping on wine in a relaxed atmosphere.
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Small Business Expo and May Membership Luncheon
11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. — Pritchard Community Center — Contact for pricing — Celebrate local entrepreneurship with keynote speakers and a showcase of small businesses.
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A1A - Jimmy Buffett Tribute Show
7-9 p.m. — The Historic State Theater Complex — Ticket price varies — Experience the official tribute to Jimmy Buffett with A1A.
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