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  • Hardin outpaces state in tourism growth

    Tourism in Hardin County last year increased over 2009, outpacing a similar increase across the state.

    Hardin County tourism grew by 5.4 percent last year, bringing about $8.3 million into the county.

    Hardin overtook Daviess County in impact ranking. It is now the seventh highest-grossing county with about $162.9 million  spent directly on tourism.

    Tourism across the state increased 4.8 percent for a total of $7.2 billion in economic impact.

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  • Crop reporting deadline extended

    The deadline has been extended for farmers who participate in the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Average Crop Revenue Election program.

    The date to report actual production for the 2010 crop and farm benchmark yields for 2005 to 2009 has been moved from July 15 to Sept. 1.

    The date was extended because of recent weather conditions and because of a large workload being experienced by many county farm service agencies.

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  • Photo: Nowhere to walk
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  • Heather French Henry to serve as parade marshal

    George Larsen has been  part of about 30 American Legion Post 113 Memorial Day parades in Elizabethtown.

    A U.S. Army veteran who served in Korea, he knows many area residents will spend Memorial Day enjoying a carefree day.

    His hope is for residents to remember, at least for a few minutes, those who have served their country or are currently  serving.

    “Since last Memorial Day, we have had more than 200 veterans in Hardin County alone pass away,’’ Larsen said. “That’s a lot.’’

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  • Disaster recovery center opens

    HARDIN COUNTY — The state and the Federal Emergency Management Agency will open a Disaster Recovery Center in Hardin County beginning at 1 p.m. today to help people affected by recent storms, tornadoes and flooding.

    Representatives from the U.S. Small Business Administration and FEMA are available to explain assistance programs and help survivors apply for disaster aid.

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  • Civil War ghosts needed for anniversary program

    Organizers of a new costumed walking tour are calling all actors to bring to life Elizabethtown‘s Civil War history.

    The Civil War Ghosts and Legends Historical Drama, a program designed to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the start of the Civil War, draw attention to some of the area’s lesser-known historical figures and provide entertainment in downtown Elizabethtown, will feature at least a dozen scenes throughout downtown, said Twylane Van Lahr, executive director of the Brown-Pusey House.

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  • Area man visits Joplin, helps those in need

    Joel Hatfield’s first impression Monday as he drove into Joplin, Mo., a place he called home for nine years, was that the streets he used to drive — and the homes and businesses that once were familiar — now are scattered everywhere.

    Trees stand snapped, two-level homes are flattened and vehicles sit after being tossed around like rag dolls.

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  • City considers options to slow cut-through traffic

    An Elizabethtown woman wants help to slow down drivers.

    Blair Wagner said cars often drive too fast on a small alley next to her house at 311 Helm St. The narrow, one-lane alley is less than 0.1 mile long and adjacent to three houses.

    The alley connects the section of Helm Street between Thomas and South Miles streets to the section of Strawberry Alley between South Maple and South Miles streets.

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  • Greenhouse classes teach business skills

    Matthew Rainer reached high with a wand to water hanging ferns in the greenhouse at John Hardin High School.

    The sophomore from Rineyville doesn’t come from an agricultural background, but he has learned about taking care of vegetables and flowers this school year in greenhouse class.

    The three Hardin County high schools recently have been hosting annual greenhouse sales.

    Teachers and students of such classes said the lessons learned include more than how much water and sun peppers should get.

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  • Thunderstorm warning issued for Hardin, all neighboring counties

    As a long line of storms approaches the area, Hardin County is under a severe thunderstorm warning issued by the National Weather Service.

    The warning is in effect until 11:45 p.m. for Hardin and neighboring counties of LaRue, Meade, Breckinridge, Grayson, Hart, Bullitt, Jefferson and Nelson counties.

    The Kentucky Mesonet weather station at Cecilia reported sustained winds of 30 mph with gusts of 38 mph at 11:30 p.m. as the leading edge of the storm crossed Hardin County. Five minutes later, the station reported winds of 40 mph.

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