Hardin County Daily Brief: July 21, 2026
School bells are almost ringing again, and Hardin County has a new bus stop law to go with them.
Top of the morning
Back-to-school season is almost here. Hardin County Schools has announced a lineup of back-to-school events ahead of the new year. (The News-Enterprise)
Kentucky tightens school bus stop rules. A new state law expands which drivers must stop for a stopped school bus, timed right for the new school year. (WLKY)
Around the county
Hardin County Fair wraps a strong year. The annual fair closed out with a rodeo that drew families out for a weekend of outdoor fun. (The News-Enterprise)
Local prep sports heating up. Elizabethtown and Central girls are eyeing the region golf crown while Central's boys chase a third straight region tournament title. (The News-Enterprise)
Remains found at Freeman Lake Park await autopsy. Elizabethtown Police and the Hardin County Coroner say foul play isn't suspected in a discovery made over the weekend at the park. (The News-Enterprise)
One more thing
Fort Knox's odd history footnote. Local lore holds that Fort Knox once safeguarded Hungary's crown jewels for decades during the Cold War. (WOMI Owensboro)
1 item held for editorial review.
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