Hardin County Daily Brief: August 6, 2026

Saturday brings free hazardous waste disposal, a tanning salon's wellness makeover, and a heads-up from Fort Knox.

Top of the morning

Hazardous waste and drug disposal day is back Saturday. Hardin County's Household Hazardous Waste and Prescription Drug Disposal Day returns this weekend, a free way to get rid of chemicals and old meds safely. (The News-Enterprise)

Fort Knox gives residents a heads-up on louder training. The post notified nearby residents to expect increased training noise around the installation. (whas11.com)

Around the county

Sun Tan City has a new name and a new purpose. The Elizabethtown location has rebranded under new ownership, shifting from tanning to a broader wellness lineup. (The News-Enterprise)

ECTC's chancellor is stepping in to help Maysville. Elizabethtown Community and Technical College's leader is taking on a role assisting that school's transition. (pmg-ky2.com)

Hardin County schools are gearing up for the new year. The district is preparing for the upcoming academic year as families get ready for the first day. (WAVE News)

St. James Catholic School welcomes eight new staff members. The Elizabethtown school added the new hires ahead of the 2026-27 school year. (The News-Enterprise)

One more thing

Four join the John Hardin Athletic Hall of Fame. The high school will induct its newest class of honorees in September. (The News-Enterprise)

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