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2025 county property tax collection in Kentucky begins November 1. According to the Hardin County Sheriff’s Office, taxes paid by November 30 receive a two percent discount. The face amount is due December 1 through 31. A five percent penalty is added for taxes paid in January, and beginning February 1 the penalty goes to 21 percent. Taxes are considered delinquent and extra penalties apply if taxes are not paid […]

New regulations from Kentucky Fish and Wildlife regarding the use of drones are now in effect. A new administrative regulation now in effect makes it “unlawful to use aircraft or unmanned aircraft in the take of fish or wildlife.” According to a release from KFW, the new regulation provides guidance for hunters and landowners while also providing a framework for game wardens when investigating potential violations. Under the regulations now in effect, […]

Norton Healthcare President and CEO Russell Cox says the company has 152 acres to develop in Jeffersontown, and this gives the company the opportunity to expand access to care with the construction of a second dedicated pediatric care campus. “This is a growth opportunity for us to build a campus that is regional in its reach, but hopefully best in the country,” Cox said. “We’re very excited about the opportunity […]

Kentucky Second District Congressman Brett Guthrie hosted a roundtable at the Colvin Community Center in Radcliff Wednesday in order to hear from community groups and leaders on the impact of the ongoing government shutdown. An emphasis was placed on the impact of the shutdown in and around Fort Knox. Many of those in attendance discussed how much longer their organizations will be able to fund the services they offer if funding […]

As we roll further into fall, if candles are part of your home decor, make sure you are taking steps to reduce fire hazards. “Preferably, use a candle warmer where it’ll melt the wax enough to release the smell, but you don’t have an open flame,” said Radcliff Deputy Fire Marshal Tommy Crane. “Same way if we’re talking about Halloween decorations, you’re doing your jack-o’-lanterns. Use LED lighting. It’s much better, […]

Hardin County will launch a ninth full-time ambulance unit, and it will be housed at the West Fardin Fire and Rescue station in White Mills. According to a release from Hardin County Government, the announcement comes “after months of careful planning and listening to voices from every corner of our county.” The Hardin County Fiscal Court approved a lease agreement between the fire company and the county Tuesday night, with the county […]

As the government shutdown continues, the Central Kentucky Community Action Council Head Start and Early Head Start programs are among the organizations that have grants expiring on October 31. “November 1 is a time where the Central Kentucky Community Action Council will no longer have access to federal funds to operate our Head Start and Early Head Start centers across our six counties, and so that does put us in a situation […]

The Hardin County Fiscal Court met for their second meeting of the month Tuesday evening. The court approved a lease agreement with West Hardin Fire and Rescue, which will allow Hardin County EMS to locate a “satellite emergency medical service station” at West Hardin’s Station Two facility located in White Mills. The agreement is for one year with automatic renewal unless one of the parties opts out. Hardin County Judge/Executive Keith Taul […]

As Halloween approaches, transportation officials are reminding Kentuckians that “Buzzed driving is drunk driving.” The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet says Kentuckians should plan a safe ride home if their Halloween festivities will include alcohol. With people heading out to celebrate and children heading out to trick or treat, the KYTC says it is critical to watch your surroundings and keep everybody safe. The KYTC’s Office of Highway Safety says last year in Kentucky, […]