Hardin County Daily Brief: October 19, 2026

A 50th-year festival in Glendale, a return for Cardboard Nation, and a frost advisory to start the week.

Top of the morning

Glendale Crossing Festival turns 50. Cold temperatures and a chilly breeze did not keep people away, and the streets of Glendale were packed Saturday for the 50th annual festival. (The News-Enterprise)

Cardboard Nation returns. After a several-year break, the event came back Friday night to shed light on housing insecurity in the community. (The News-Enterprise)

Around the county

Panthers win girls' soccer shootout over Bethlehem. Elizabethtown added another chapter to its rivalry with the Banshees in Bardstown. (The News-Enterprise)

North Hardin falls to St. Xavier, 38-14. Early turnovers hurt the Trojans against a Louisville team that coach Brent Thompson said was better than its record. (The News-Enterprise)

Parade of Homes spotlights area builders. The showcase highlights local builders and their home designs. (The News-Enterprise)

Medication disposal offered locally. Check the source for dates and drop-off locations before you head out. (pmg-ky2.com)

Weather and alerts

[Minor] Frost Advisory, NWS Louisville. Temperatures as low as 34 were expected to cause frost formation until 9 AM EDT Monday, so sensitive outdoor plants may need cover. (NWS)

One more thing

Community Yard Sale fills Radcliff City Hall parking lot. A good reminder that fall bargain hunting is alive and well in Radcliff. (The News-Enterprise)

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