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Company behind Louisville music festivals announces partnership with upcoming E-Town outdoor music venue

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The music festival production and promotion company behind the Louder than Life and Bourbon and Beyond festivals is announcing a new venture that includes a partnership with the City of Elizabethtown.

Danny Wimmer Presents announced in a Facebook post Wednesday the launch of DWP Concerts, which the post states was built “to take our festival expertise beyond the grounds and into year-round live experiences.” The concerts division will focus on booking, promotion, venue development, and strategy. The company also announced the hiring of Louisville-based talent buyer Billy Hardison “to oversee talent strategy across all DWP Concert venues.”

The post also states that the new concerts division has officially partnered with the City of Elizabethtown “to consult on and book a brand new 10,000-capacity amphitheater – set to become the largest concert venue in central Kentucky,” stating more details would be coming soon.

Elizabethtown Tourism Executive Director Jana Clark said: “We are incredibly excited about our partnership with Danny Wimmer Presents for the new outdoor venue in Elizabethtown. Their expertise and knowledge of the live entertainment industry will be an asset to the venue’s long-term success.”

At a special meeting on April 3, the Elizabethtown City Council approved a municipal order approving an agreement with the Elizabethtown Tourism and Convention Bureau for operations of the outdoor music venue, which is currently under construction near Buffalo Lake.

(Photo Credit: City of Elizabethtown Government)

Rineyville veteran receives Legion of Merit license plate after spearheading creation effort

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Sergeant First Class (Retired) John Mosley of Rineyville said he was presented with the Legion of Merit more than 30 years ago, and in 2024 after seeing other states issuing license plates honoring recipients he reached out to Kentucky 25th District Representative Steve Bratcher about creating a plate for Kentucky recipients.

That effort came to fruition Wednesday as Mosley applied for and received the inaugural Kentucky Legion of Merit specialty plate in Hardin County at the county clerk’s office.

“It’s a way of recognizing veterans throughout the state who may be eligible for the award,” Mosley said. “Now they have an opportunity to have proof that they were awarded the Legion of Merit, which is a nice recognition.”

Bratcher said it was an honor to partner with Mosley on the effort.

“With me being a veteran as well, it’s an honor to carry this legislation and see it passed, and to see a former military member get the recognition they deserve for such a distinguished honor,” Bratcher said.

Hardin County Clerk Brian D. Smith said he was pleased to be able to issue the plate to the person who helped bring it into creation.

“It’s my hope that more Legion of Merit veterans who qualify for this will come into our office or their local county clerk’s office and get this plate, or young folks who are thinking about military service will see it on the back of someone’s vehicle and be inspired by it, or maybe you see this in the parking lot at your local grocery store and you see the veteran getting in and out of the car and just thank them for their service and thank them for what they’ve done for our country,” Smith said.

The plate is now available in all 120 Kentucky counties. Contact your county clerk’s office for more information.

Hardin County Schools students collecting donations for the elderly

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Students, staff, families, parents, and community members are encouraged to participate in the Hardin County Schools Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council’s collection drive.

“Each year, we choose to tackle an issue that we have seen in our communities. You may remember last year when we raised money for the St. Baldricks and Addison Jo Blair Foundations. This year, we want to address a problem that we feel is often overlooked, and that is respect for the elderly that are put in facilities like a nursing home, so this year we’re asking for donations to be made for individuals who are deserving of our respect and appreciation,” said Central Hardin SAC members Noah Ashley, Aiden Gonzalez, and Alex Pae in a video provided by HCS.

The Student Advisory Council is asking for donations of the following items: non-slip socks, unscented/gentle hand cream or lotion, lip balm/chapstick, individual pocket tissue packs, gentle bar soap or body wash, new washcloths or hand towels, large-print puzzle books, adult coloring books and colored pencils/markers, decks of playing cards, 100-300 piece jigsaw puzzles with preferably large pieces, small stuffed animals, blank thinking of you/greeting cards, forever stamps, and mechanical pencils or easy-grip pens.

A collection bin has been placed at each district school. The donation drive runs through May 5. Contact HCS for more information.

Public meetings on I-65 Louisville closure scheduled

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Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District Five will share information on the summer closure of Interstate 65 in downtown Louisville at two upcoming public information meetings.

The KYTC says they will host two public meetings “to make sure that people have the information they need to prepare for the two-month closure.”

The first meeting will be held at DuPont Manual High School (120 West Lee Street) on Tuesday, May 5. The second will be held at the Spalding University College Center (812 South Second Street) on Tuesday, May 12. Both meetings will go from 5:30 to 7 p.m., with a presentation at 6. The meetings will be an open house format with the opportunity for one-on-one conversations with the project team.

The KYTC says the meetings will include information on why the closure is needed, what to expect, how to prepare, and how to best get around during the temporary closure. The KYTC can provide special accommodations for persons with disabilities and/or language barriers if participants provide advanced notice (270-705-1640, or email berry.craig@parsons.com).

I-65 is scheduled to close between the Watterson Expressway (I-264) and Jefferson Street in downtown Louisville from June 1 through August 1. Traffic will be detoured to I-264 on the west side of Louisville. Visit the project website, www.I65centralcorridor.com, for more information.

Meade County bus driver finalist for award

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A Meade County bus driver is a finalist for a statewide education award.

Meade County Schools bus driver Regina Decker is one of three finalists for the Kentucky Association of School Administrators’ 2026 Fred Award, which recognizes exceptional support staff who make a lasting difference in Kentucky public schools.

According to the KASA, the mission of the Fred Award program is to shine a light on the unsung heroes of public education and recognize support staff who shape school culture through their daily actions. Districts nominate individuals who embody four defining qualities: making a positive difference each day, building meaningful relationships, creating memorable experiences, and leading by example.

Decker’s nomination describes her as a steady, caring presence in the lives of every child she serves, and says: “Through her consistency, warmth, and unwavering commitment, she elevates an often-overlooked role into one of powerful daily impact, embodying the very spirit of service, care, and excellence this award represents.”

Decker and the other nominees will be visited by a film crew to capture their story and the impact of their work. The videos will be reviewed by a panel, and the winner will be announced during the KASA’s annual leadership institute on July 31. Learn more about the award at www.kasa.org.