Governor Andy Beshear stopped in Dawson Springs Saturday to dedicate five new Habitat for Humanity homes to survivors of the December 10, 2021 tornadoes.
On the second anniversary of the tornadoes, Gov. Beshear joined Dawson Springs Mayor Jenny Sewell, Executive Director Mary Shearer from Kentucky Habitat for Humanity, Executive Director Heath Duncan from the Pennyrile Region Habitat for Humanity, and other organizations and families at First Baptist Church in Dawson Springs to hand over the keys to five families who lost their homes during the tornado.
Duncan said they have built nearly two dozen Habitat homes in the last two years.
Mayor Sewell recounted the tragic night of the tornado and the following day and expressed her gratitude to the organizations who have helped with the rebuilding efforts.
According to the mayor, they have strong plans to continue with the rebuilding efforts of the city park, the industrial park, and rental property.
Gov. Beshear also recounted the events of December 10, 2021, just weeks before Christmas.
He thanked all the first responders who were there the day after the tornado as well as Hopkins County Judge-Executive Jack Whitfield who he noted has done a great job the last two years. He also thanked all the non-profit organizations and individuals who are continuing to support Dawson Springs.
Gov. Beshear then introduced the five families receiving the new Habitat homes.
click to download audioBefore he visited Dawson Springs, the governor stopped in Mayfield to participate in a Walk of Remembrance from the candle factory to the courthouse Saturday morning, followed by a dedication of five Habitat of Humanity homes for tornado survivors in Graves County.
