Good morning, Elizabethtown.

Fox, a 4-year-old Shepherd mix weighing 48 pounds and Larry, a 1-year-old Lab mix weighing 58 pounds, are available for adoption at Hardin County Animal Shelter in E-town—the shelter will also host a rabies clinic and Dogust fundraiser to support the Hardin County Playhouse run by Pet Supplies Plus.

On August 16, a side-by-side left tall grass on a family farm in White Mills and collided with 13-year-old Mason Skees on his new dirt bike—shattering his femur into over 50 pieces and leading to six units of blood, four surgeries, and a nine-day hospital stay while Hardin County Deputy AJ Rees comforted him and later visited with snacks, an Xbox gift card, and a church donation.

Employees at BlueOval SK Battery Park in Glendale voted narrowly to unionize with 526 for and 515 against, though 41 ballots remain challenged — leaving the final outcome in doubt.

The National Labor Relations Board will review the disputed votes — a decision that may affect battery jobs in Kentucky.

Circus Lena has come to Elizabethtown—bringing a week-long series of performances and acts that will entertain local residents.

Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services posted a letter today telling families to ignore earlier notices that threatened to refer them to debt collectors for unsolicited Summer EBT cards — the agency apologized and said the error came from inaccurate information provided by the education department.

Attorney General Russell Coleman announced that Hardin County business Compensation and Pension Garage—accused of taking advantage of veterans—has been closed by a court order after an investigation found that funds were misused; detectives reported that more than $125,000 was spent on gambling and dining, which delayed veterans' access to benefits.

Governor's Gold Cup Marching Band Festival

11:30 a.m. — Elizabethtown High School — Entry fees apply — Celebrate the best of local talent with a competitive marching band festival featuring prelims and finals.

Central Kentucky Rods & Machines Cruise In

4-9 p.m. — American Legion Hardin Post 113 — Enjoy food, drinks, and music while checking out classic cars.

Great Pages Circus

7-8:30 p.m. — Hardin County Fairgrounds — Cash only — Experience a thrilling family adventure filled with international circus acts and exciting performances.

ETown Pickleball Open

5 AM – 9 AM — American Legion Park — Check for fees — Compete or improve your skills at local pickleball tournaments and lessons.

Heartland Harvest Festival 5K

8-9 a.m. — Elizabethtown Nature Park — Registration fee required — Enjoy a fun autumn run through the scenic trails of Elizabethtown Nature Park.