Friday, December 6th, 2024

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Good morning, Elizabethtown. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hardin County Government has initiated the process for a new YMCA by transferring land to the Central Kentucky Community Foundation. The News-Enterprise
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Heart of Kentucky Chorus is set to perform their annual Christmas concert with a mix of religious and conventional holiday songs at the Hardin County Performing Arts Center, aiming to delight all ages and support local nonprofits. Quicksie 98.3
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Norton Elementary School will be temporarily closed due to a power outage that has also resulted in an absence of heating amid freezing temperatures. WLKY
- ➤ Elizabethtown Community and Technical College is now accepting scholarship applications for the 2025-2026 academic year, offering more than 50 opportunities with a simple one-application process. Quicksie 98.3
- ➤ Hardin County Schools introduces a renewable energy project, featuring LED, geothermal systems, and solar panels, to save over $280,000 annually and enhance student learning. WLKY
- ➤ Highland Middle School introduces a new life skills kitchen, part of the Explore program, to offer students practical learning and leadership development opportunities. WLKY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Retired Colonel Lance O’Bryan, with a notable service record, was appointed as a Civilian Aide to the Secretary of the Army, highlighting his continuing commitment to support military-connected families and the community. Quicksie 98.3
- ➤ Starting January 1, 2025, Kentucky will require a vision test for every driver's license renewal, following a law signed by Gov. Andy Beshear and supported across party lines. K105
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Children's Storytime at Barnes & Noble
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Tin Zelkova Concert
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