Good morning, Elizabethtown.

Nelson County EMS announced the loss of paramedic Wesley England, *41 years old*, who died on June 2 after a May 23 crash and was airlifted to a trauma center in Nashville.

Elizabethtown City Council held its first meeting Monday to review the fiscal year 2025 to 2026 budget ordinance that shows available funds of $157,969,480, planned expenditures of $126,940,521, and an estimated ending balance of about $31 million.

The council approved a road salt bid from Compass Minerals at $122 per ton while Mayor Jeff Gregory praised the budget and noted the increase in police staffing — the council will next meet June 9.

KYTC District Four crews will begin asphalt resurfacing on an 11-mile stretch of Bluegrass Parkway from mile markers 24 to 35 on June 9, with work finishing by November 1.

Crews are also replacing bridge deck surfaces in Hardin County, with lane restrictions on KY 1375, KY 84 and KY 361 affecting traffic until mid-July.

After presenting his 2025-2026 budget last week, +Mayor Jeff Gregory+ and the city council heard the first reading of the $126M budget +marking a key step in the review process+.

Basketball Skills Development Camp

All day — Bluegrass Sportsplex — $97 fee for observing coaches — Improve ball handling and scoring skills while building character and confidence.

Goin' To Market: E-Town Bound

10 AM – 4 PM — Pritchard Community Center — Free entry — Explore a pop-up shopping extravaganza full of unique treasures and local finds.

Tim Walker Founders' Day 5K Run/Walk

8-9 a.m. — Elizabethtown Sports Park — Registration fee required — Honor the legacy of Tim Walker at this community-focused 5K event while supporting local history.