Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of May.
Good morning, Elizabethtown.
Hardin County landfill hosts a free dump day this Saturday where residents can discard unwanted items; the event happens only twice a year.
The 38th season of the Historic Downtown Walking Tour starts soon, honoring the legacy of the late Charles Logsdon (former Hardin County sheriff) and inviting locals to explore historic downtown sites.
The Kentucky Center for Statistics reported that Kentucky’s unemployment rate in April dropped to 4.3 percent from 4.7 percent in April last year and matched the national rate.
The civilian labor force also declined by 7,569 from March to April (data covers changes in key sectors).
Elizabethtown High School students have installed a solar-assisted, pedal-powered bench at Freeman Lake Park in Hardin County, turning a classroom idea into a community asset.
The bench won an innovation challenge in 2023 (spurring real-world engineering practice) and will soon get a weather cover.
The Lincoln Trail District Health Department has been reaccredited by the Public Health Accreditation Board for the next five years.
Officials say the certification proves its commitment to quality public health services & diverse programs, including harm reduction, maternal & child health, and environmental care.
Central Hardin High School's quick recall team finished its weekend in Atlanta with 5 wins and 5 losses at the 2026 High School National Championship Tournament.
Breakthrough Basketball Essential Skills Camp
N/A — June 24-26 — Bluegrass Sportsplex — $97 for observing coaches — Improve basketball skills with high-intensity drills and character building.
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