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June unemployment sees improvement across Lincoln Trail District

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Unemployment rates in several Lincoln Trail District counties saw improvements in June compared to the year prior. 

The Kentucky Center for Statistics says unemployment rates decreased in 115 counties, increased in four counties, and stayed the same in one county when comparing June 2025 with June 2024.

The state unemployment average for June was 4.9 percent. That is up from the 4.4 percent rate reported in May but is down from the 5.4 percent average reported in June 2024. Four of the eight Lincoln trail counties were at or below the state unemployment average in June.

Hardin County’s unemployment rate for June was just above the state average at 5.1 percent. That is up from the 4.7 percent rate that was reported in May but is down from the 5.5 percent rate reported in June 2024.

Grayson County posted the highest June unemployment rate in the district at 6 percent, followed by Breckinridge County at 5.6 percent. Washington County had the lowest rate in the district, and tied for the sixth-lowest rate in the state, at 4.2 percent.

Learn more about how the unemployment rate is calculated and find more labor market information by visiting kystats.ky.gov.

Drivers reminded to be responsible ahead of Cruisin’ the Heartland Festival

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As the cars roll in for the annual Cruisin’ the Heartland Festival Friday and Saturday, the Elizabethtown Police Department is reminding drivers to take to the roadways responsibly.

“As always, the Elizabethtown Police Department is concerned about safety first,” said EPD Public Information Officer John Thomas. “To that end, our FLEX Team is going to be on patrol to help keep the event safe and fun for everyone.”

Drivers should obey all traffic laws and remember that dangerous behavior will not be tolerated.

“Burnouts, racing, reckless driving, and street takeovers of any kind will not be tolerated,” Thomas said. “We’re just asking those who attend, let’s all do our part to keep things safe, respectful, and enjoyable, and we can’t wait to see you there.”

The Cruisin’ car show begins at Freeman Lake Park Friday at 2 p.m. Downtown streets will begin closing for Saturday activities at 6 a.m. Visit www.etownevents.com for a full schedule and more information.

Public Assistance approved for 64 Kentucky counties

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Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear announced on Wednesday that the White House has approved Public Assistance for 64 counties affected by severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, flooding, landslides, and mudslides on April 2 and for 36 counties affected by severe storms, straight-line winds, and tornadoes May 16 and 17.

According to a release from the governor’s office, counties designated for Public Assistance for the April flooding include Breckinridge, Grayson, Hart, LaRue, Meade, and Nelson. LaRue County was also designated for Public Assistance for the May tornadoes. Additional counties are expected to be approved in the coming days.

Beshear said in the release: “We never gave up hope and are excited that these counties and communities are going to see the support they need and deserve.”

According to FEMA’s website, the Public Assistance Program “provides supplemental grants to state, tribal, territorial, and local governments, and certain types of private non-profits so communities can quickly respond to and recover from major disasters or emergencies.”

Kentuckians looking to support survivors of the April and May severe weather may still donate to the Team Kentucky Storm Relief Fund. Learn more or make a donation at kentucky.gov.

Museum event focused on Downtown Elizabethtown

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The Hardin County History Museum invites the public to attend their event Thursday evening, An Evening with Kevin Addington, which will be held at the museum located at 201 West Dixie Avenue in Elizabethtown beginning at 6:30 p.m.

The event will be a discussion on goals and strategies for the development and historic preservation of Downtown Elizabethtown. The museum says “Mr. Addington is an important community leader who has almost single-handedly revitalized Downtown Elizabethtown.” 

Overflow parking will be available in the State Theater parking lot. RSVP for the event by calling the museum at 270-763-8339.