After planning to be around for only a few years, Sherry Johnson is retiring from the Lincoln Trail Area Development District after 38 years of service to the region.

Susan Cooper’s desire to see the disadvantaged rise above their circumstances led her to the bush of Africa and, more recently, to the position of director of grants and contracts for Elizabethtown Community and Technical College.

Brenda Thompson, administrative assistant and information specialist for the Hardin County Chamber of Commerce, has been using her knack to systemize, organize and prioritize most of her life.

Theresa Wilson, principal of Scott Intermediate School at Fort Knox, was named Department of Defense Education Activity Americas Principal of the Year for 2023.

Growing up with her father coaching soccer at Elizabethtown High School, it was like coming home for Abigail Zoeller when her family moved back to the area last summer.

Standing only 4 feet, 11 inches tall, it’s a wonder Sue Carlin’s big heart and enormous spirit of generosity can fit into such a small body.

Abbey Ray, owner of A Healthy Lounge in Radcliff, was a bartender for years, but now she is helping people find a healthier lifestyle.

Tiana Watkins is owner of Waters Edge Winery & Bistro, the first winery in Elizabethtown.

Chrystal Brigman is a strong woman, physically, emotionally and mentally.

Growing up on a farm in Bowling Green, Martha Page learned from her parents the foundational values that have carried her all through life.

Michelle Patrick uses her position as an English and language arts teacher at James T. Alton Middle School to encourage students to work for a positive future and to fulfill their dreams.

Tracy Olson moved to Elizabethtown from Louisville 12 years ago, and it’s a good thing for Hardin County she did.

Growing up in Vine Grove and attending school there, C.J. Whalin has come full circle.

Joyce Bennett worked for the U.S. Air Force before NASA evolved, rubbed elbows with German scientists developing rockets and has traveled to 10 foreign countries.