Retired Col. Mark Needham, former garrison commander at Fort Knox, is appointed special assistant to Gov. Steve Beshear for BRAC activities. BRAC changes will bring thousands of military and civilian jobs and families to the area. To assist with relocation efforts, employees and family members from The Army's Human Resource Command received a tour of the area from One Knox representatives. These stories and more are featured in The News Enterprise.

From leader to liaison
A change of pace
A new home for Soldiers
Fort Knox transition update

A combination of healthy lunches and individual fitness plans has earned Hardin County Schools' Lakewood Elementary in Cecilia, KY national recognition as one of the top 10 healthiest schools in the country by Health magazine. All Hardin County elementary schools were awarded HealthierUS Challenge Gold Awards from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. And local schools Advanced Placement offerings provide students a chance to earn college credit. These stories and more are featured in The News Enterprise.

It takes more than an apple a day...
AP tests give kids a crack at college
Future voters cast ballots in lessons on America

The Heartland's communities offer many services and resources for its citizens. For those looking for employment assistance, the Job Junction located in Elizabethtown can help. The center provides computer training, job counseling, resumé development, interview preparation and job search resources. Employers also use the services to fill vacant positions. These stories and more are featured in The News Enterprise and The LaRue County Herald.

Job hunters can find free help
Initiative to assist entrepreneurs
County sets property tax at lowest rate since 1990
The best kept secret in town
Horse and buggy service comes to Hodgenville

The Heartland has a long history of honoring its Soldiers. And to continue this tradition, local veteran Lee Ratliff has come up with the idea for local veterans to visit and thank returning servicemen and women from their tour of duty. The project is still in its planning stages and those interested can contact the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Commander Chapter 003. These stories and more are featured in The LaRue County Herald News and The News Enterprise.

Delegation forming to welcome home vets
Wings to Washington
Reflections and recommitments