Hardin County Daily Brief: July 20, 2026

Glendale's first SummerFest packed the park, a fallen soldier's memorial sign went up, and a new law means more stops for school buses this fall.

Top of the morning

Glendale's first SummerFest draws a crowd. Despite the heat, Glendale Park was packed with families and kids for the community's inaugural SummerFest on Saturday. (The News-Enterprise)

Memorial sign honors Staff Sgt. Benjamin Pennington. A new highway memorial sign was dedicated to the Glendale soldier killed in Iran, closing out months of community tribute. (The News-Enterprise)

Around the county

New KY law widens school bus stop requirements. A new Kentucky law expands when drivers must stop for school buses, taking effect as students head back to class this fall. (WDRB)

Central Hardin releases 2026-27 football schedule. The Bruins' full schedule for the upcoming season is now posted. (MaxPreps)

DAR chapter marks 65 years. Members gathered at Brandenburg United Methodist Church for the chapter's 65th anniversary dinner, featuring an 11-year-old's presentation on Revolutionary War hero Deborah Sampson. (The News-Enterprise)

One more thing

Teens take over Optimist Park. Screams and laughter filled Optimist Park Friday night as local teenagers turned out for Teen Night. (The News-Enterprise)

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Elizabethtown Police Chief Jeremy Thompson answering questions across a conference table from Hardin Local's Phil Taul

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The Elizabethtown Planning Commission seated at the dais during the July 28, 2026 public hearing on data center zoning rules

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