Good morning, Elizabethtown.

Kentucky is renegotiating its $250 million incentive package with BlueOval SK after the EV battery plant in Hardin County closed, and Ford will repurpose the site into an energy storage business.

Gov. Beshear said the state may claw back taxpayer funds + review the project’s changes as Ford develops its long-term plan.

The ECTC Diesel Technology program maintained its AED Foundation Accreditation for its construction equipment repair and agriculture equipment repair pathways — a national recognition that affirms the quality of its technical training.

Elizabethtown Community and Technical College is accepting scholarship applications for fall with one form that matches students with about 50 awards (help is available through the financial aid office or website).

Applications must be submitted by Feb. 28.

Kentucky Fish and Wildlife will accept real evergreen trees free of decorations from Dec.

26 to Jan. 16 at 37 drop-off spots to create underwater habitats that support fish and local anglers on Kentucky lakes. The program recycles trees to rebuild natural habitats.

Longest Night Service is planning a holiday event to support locals coping with grief and loss.

The service offers a quiet, welcoming space (with compassionate resources) to help individuals find comfort during a challenging season.