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06/02/2026

Welcome to another edition of Focus On Finance with TW Shortt, produced by HCEC-TV and released June 1, 2026.

Today, we bring you the story of a local entrepreneur who is building one of Hardin County's most successful and rapidly growing business service companies. My guest is Justin Fernandez, owner of Horizon Pack and Ship, with locations serving both Radcliff and Elizabethtown, Kentucky.

What began as a vision to provide dependable shipping and business solutions has grown into a full-service operation offering shipping, printing, mailbox rentals, notary services, passport expediting, courier delivery, and much more. With more than 317 five-star customer reviews, Horizon Pack and Ship has earned a reputation for outstanding service throughout the Fort Knox and Hardin County area.

In this episode, Justin shares his entrepreneurial journey, the challenges and rewards of building a business, the importance of putting customers first, and his plans for future growth. We'll also discuss what it takes to succeed as a small business owner and the advice he would offer to the next generation of entrepreneurs.

This special edition of Focus On Finance was produced by John White, Production Specialist for HCEC-TV.

Now, let's join our conversation with Justin Fernandez of Horizon Pack and Ship.

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05/09/2026

After months of planning and development, we are quietly introducing a new real estate listing option for homeowners in Kentucky.

Flat Fee Connect™ was created for sellers who want broad MLS exposure and professional real estate support while exploring alternatives to traditional percentage-based commission models.

The platform is now entering a limited soft-opening phase and is accepting a small number of initial clients as systems and workflows continue to expand.

Flat Fee Connect™ combines technology, streamlined communication, and experienced brokerage oversight to simplify the listing process for residential and commercial property owners.

Learn more at:
FlatFeeConnect.com

Flat Fee Connect™
“List Smart. Save Thousands.™”

Brokered by REALTY WORLD Knox Realty Group.
Commission rates are negotiable and are not set by law.

05/08/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

May 7, 2026

Nationwide Canvas Cyberattack Disrupts Colleges and Schools Across America

A major cybersecurity incident involving the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS) has caused widespread disruption for colleges, universities, and school systems across the United States and internationally.

Canvas, operated by Instructure, is one of the largest online education platforms in the world and is used daily by millions of students and educators for assignments, testing, messaging, and classroom instruction.

Reports emerging this week indicate that a hacker group known as “ShinyHunters” claims responsibility for the attack and is allegedly demanding ransom payments while threatening to release massive amounts of student and institutional data.

Schools in multiple states have reported:
• Inability to log into Canvas
• Interrupted online classes and testing
• Assignment submission failures
• Messaging and communication outages
• Delays during final exams and coursework

Universities across the nation have issued alerts to students and faculty advising them to document outages, save coursework locally, and remain cautious of phishing attempts or suspicious emails.

While no official confirmation has been released regarding the extent of exposure for individual institutions, the incident is being described by national media as one of the most significant cyberattacks ever directed at the education sector.

Eastern Kentucky University, along with many other colleges utilizing Canvas, may experience intermittent service disruptions connected to the broader outage.

Students are encouraged to:
• Take screenshots of any system errors
• Notify instructors immediately if assignments or exams are affected
• Avoid clicking suspicious emails or links
• Change passwords if the same password is used on multiple systems

The situation remains fluid as cybersecurity teams and educational institutions continue working to restore services and determine the full scope of the incident.

05/05/2026

NOW ACCEPTING BIDS – RADCLIFF PLAZA PARKING LOT RESURFACE

We’re seeking qualified contractors for asphalt improvements at Radcliff Plaza Shopping Center (approx. 134,200 sq ft).

🔨 Project includes three bid options: NOW ACCEPTING BIDS – RADCLIFF PLAZA

The project includes three bid options:

✔ Mill & Overlay
✔ Overlay Only
✔ Repair, Sealcoat & Striping

📍 Must be licensed, insured, and verify measurements

📅 Deadline: May 30, 2026

📧 Submit bids via email

👉 Interested? Click the bid package for full details and instructions.

Owner reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids.

✔ Mill & Overlay
✔ Overlay Only
✔ Repair, Sealcoat & Striping

📍 Must be licensed, insured, and verify measurements

📅 Deadline: May 30, 2026

📧 Submit bids via email only, TW [email protected]

👉 Interested? Click the bid package for full details and instructions.

Owner reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/12SFbXdw5qthE8xEEYjweIo5bYecakQok/view?usp=sharing

05/05/2026

Project Summary – Radcliff Plaza office trailer Demolition Bid

REALTY WORLD Knox Realty Group is soliciting bids for the complete demolition and removal of a vacant trailer structure located at 951 N. Dixie Blvd, Radcliff, KY (Radcliff Plaza Shopping Center).

The project includes:

Full removal and disposal of the structure
Demolition of associated concrete (steps and rear elevated slab)
Removal of on-site signage and pole
Disconnection of utilities (water and electric)
Obtaining required city permits
Final site grading and cleanup

The objective is to fully clear and prepare the site for future development.

📩 Bid deadline: May 22, 2026
📧 Submit to: [email protected]

Please see the attached bid packet for full details and requirements.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BzUJ3wx-dJkLX15QMZ3m9hkvDVY8fal7/view?usp=sharing

04/23/2026

Now Airing on HCETV – Focus on Finance with TW Shortt featuring Deb Surratt of The Gathering Bakery in Radcliff, Kentucky. Hear the inspiring story behind one of the area’s favorite local businesses. Watch now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fpLxJqWqEuw&t=0s
Deb Suratt The Gathering Bakery

Focus On Finance May 2026 SC

04/22/2026

RADCLIFF (SCHOOL) BUS STOP SHOOTING CASE MOVES FORWARD

Two young men, Kash Johnson (19) of Bowling Green and Kaden Ruff (19) of Radcliff, appeared in Hardin Circuit Court this week on attempted murder charges connected to the February 2025 shooting at a Radcliff (school) bus stop.

The case was delayed due to a crowded court schedule, but trial is now expected to begin in August. According to police, surveillance video allegedly shows Johnson and Ruff approaching the victim from separate directions and firing 23 rounds from two different weapons. The victim was struck but survived.

Johnson faces multiple charges including attempted murder and possession of a handgun by a convicted felon. Ruff also faces attempted murder and other felony charges. Johnson remains jailed on a $250,000 cash bond.

⚠️ Now the hard question: Are citizens really expected to believe there is no gang problem in the North End of Hardin County when cases like this keep surfacing?

📊 When will the Chief of Police present real crime statistics to Radcliff City Council instead of endless policy updates and feel-good presentations?

❓ And when will even one council member ask the hard questions residents deserve answered?

Source: The News-Enterprise, reporting by Kodee Brinegar.

04/01/2026

STOP SCROLLING — THIS ONE’S FOR YOU

If speaking in front of people makes you nervous…
You’re exactly who we want to meet.

Join us Tuesday night and take your first step toward confidence.

📍 306 N. Wilson Road, Radcliff, KY
🗓 April 7, 2026
⏰ 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

No pressure. No experience needed.
Just show up.

👉 Challenge yourself: Bring ONE friend with you.

You’ll walk out better than you walked in.

Visitors welcome. Your seat is waiting.

03/25/2026

Please take two minutes to read this open letter to Radcliff Voters.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1z0geiyr02LAlMF8_9S-Wh3npnuvYTAdOh0MZ15RImkE/edit?usp=sharing

03/21/2026

This is not just a real estate issue—it’s a leadership issue.

Anyone running for local office in Hardin County or surrounding communities should take the time to study this research and understand the implications. These aging parks are not going away on their own. The choices made now will determine whether they become centers of decline or models of smart redevelopment.

Voters should expect candidates to have informed positions on:

Redevelopment strategy
Infrastructure planning
Affordable housing preservation
Use of tools like PUD zoning