Good morning, Elizabethtown.

Great Pages Circus returns to Hardin County Fairgrounds to bring fun and exciting acts to families—organizers say event details will be announced soon.

The Hardin County Public Library Adult Services Department is offering a two-month reading challenge that focuses on nature to help local residents explore the outdoors.

The program invites participants to read themed selections that promote a mindful connection with nature.

Bourbon & Beyond will draw over 200,000 visitors to the Highland Festival Grounds over four days—boosting local businesses with an expected $24.3 million economic impact—and neighbors in Beechmont have raised noise concerns as organizers test sound technology to reduce disruption.

State Auditor Allison Ball said the Kentucky Department of Education is enforcing rules that keep religious preschools from getting state funds and break the U.S. Constitution—her 500-page report also criticizes the department's rating system and fiscal management.

It remains to be seen how KDE will change its policies.

Hardin County Judge-Executive Keith Taul questioned whether talks over selling county-owned land near the landfill to the Office of Kentucky Nature Preserves had ended—he proposed the county move forward with the sale if they had.

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.

Tails & Tatas Breast Cancer Awareness 5k Run/Walk

8:00 AM — Swope Toyota — Registration fee required — Participate in a hybrid 5k event supporting breast cancer awareness.