Hardin County Government

06/01/2026

It's Shred Day!
Couple of quick notes:
Do not arrive before 1 pm, you will NOT be allowed to line up early.
Staff will direct you through the new route we have had in place several months.
For more information, refer to www.hardincountyky.gov

05/30/2026

Today a celebration was held in honor of 30 years Treatment Court has been in Hardin County.
Successful graduates, family and community supporters gathered at Freeman Lake.
Proclamations from City of Radcliff Government, City of Elizabethtown Government and Hardin County Government were presented to the group. A large banner was signed with messages of encouragement and excitement.
Following the brief ceremony a family-style cookout was underway with attendees socializing and sharing their experiences.

05/30/2026



Honoring Firefighter Ryan Druen

Today, Saturday, May 30th, our community will stand together to honor the life and service of Firefighter Ryan Druen as he makes his final journey home.

The procession is expected to depart Louisville at 1:00 p.m. and travel south on I-65 with an anticipated arrival at Brooks Funeral Home in Munfordville at approximately 2:21 p.m.

Estimated procession times:

* Brooks – 1:27 p.m.
* Shepherdsville – 1:33 p.m.
* Lebanon Junction – 1:41 p.m.
* Elizabethtown – 1:50 p.m.
* Glendale – 1:56 p.m.
* Sonora – 2:00 p.m.
* Upton – 2:04 p.m.
* Bonnieville – 2:12 p.m.
* Brooks Funeral Home (Munfordville) – 2:21 p.m.

Fire departments from across the region, including Louisville, Bullitt County, all Hardin County fire departments, Munfordville Fire Department, and many others, will be positioned on overpasses along the route with fire apparatus displaying their respect and support. Elizabethtown firefighters will be stationed at each Elizabethtown overpass, with the 91 and 94 overpasses reserved for EFD personnel, family, and friends.

The Elizabethtown Fire Department will be escorting the procession with multiple apparatus and personnel, while Shepherdsville Fire Department has graciously agreed to provide coverage for any emergency calls during this time.

Community members wishing to pay their respects are encouraged to do so from overpasses and other SAFE locations along the route. Please remember that safety is the top priority for everyone gathering to honor Ryan’s service and sacrifice.

Please keep Ryan’s family, friends, and fellow firefighters in your thoughts today as we join together to celebrate a life dedicated to serving others.

Kentucky State Police
Hardin County Sheriff's Office, Kentucky
Central Hardin Fire Department
Shepherdsville Fire Department
Valley Creek Volunteer Fire Department
Radcliff Fire Department
Elizabethtown Police Department

05/30/2026

This Monday, June 1, 2026, is the latest FREE shredding event. See the flyer below for details.

05/30/2026

05/29/2026

Traffic alert:

05/29/2026

05/29/2026

Please follow Hardin County Water District No. 2 for updates on this Boil Water Advisory.

IMPORTANT UPDATE: As of 12:40 pm on May 30, 2026 the boil water advisory for the areas listed below has been LIFTED. Please see the lifted boil water advisory post for more information.

This is an important notification from Hardin County Water District No. 2.
For the following areas: HWY 84 EAST of Western Kentucky Parkway, and customers in Sonora and Upton areas who experienced low pressure and/or no water.

A boil water advisory for your area has been issued. Due to a water outage, Hardin County Water District No. 2 recommends the following precautionary measure until water quality tests confirm your water is safe to drink. Boil all water used for drinking and cooking. Bring water to a rolling boil for at least three (3) minutes and let it cool before using. We will provide notification once the advisory has been lifted.

For more information regarding this Boil Water Advisory please refer to our website at hcwd2.org or our Facebook and Instagram pages. If you have any questions, please call our Customer Service line at (270) 737-1056.

05/29/2026

Hardin County Road Department has been paving Deckard School Road. The 1.697 miles is approximately from 891 Deckard School Road to Kentucky Route 220. It then runs from 220 to Kentucky Route 361. The work is estimated to be completed by next week. Rain has forced delays to the project during the last week.

05/29/2026

Yesterday, Thursday, May 28, 2026, Hardin Circuit and District Courts held a Veterans Treatment Court Graduation. This program provides a pathway for veterans who complete it to resolve their legal cases and receive support, mentorship and care.
The two men, Jeremy and Jeffrey, shared their story of evolving from existing to surviving to thriving, Hardin District Judge Kim Winkenhofer Shumate said.
The court proceeding was conducted at the Elizabethtown Nature Park Veterans Memorial. The community, elected officials, supporters and family members attended the event. Hardin Fiscal Court offers a portion of the funding for the program.