Kentucky has a lot to be proud of as one of its communities, Bardstown, has been ranked one of 50 "next great adventure towns in which to live and play" by National Geographic Adventure magazine. And once again, the Heartland's Hardin Memorial Hospital received top national recognition. Also, read about the locally grown and processed food that can be found at 102 Save-A-Lot stores throughout Kentucky. These stories and more are featured in The Kentucky Standard, The News Enterprise and The Pioneer News.

Bardstown featured in National Geographic Adventure
HMH lauded
Kentucky Proud Products available at Save-A-Lot
Lowes opens new store

The Heartland continues to show its support for the military. The Kentucky State Park system is now offering current and former service members 10 percent discount at 17 resort parks and 31 campgrounds across the state. Country music star, Trisha Yearwood will entertain at Ft. Knox with a free concert for all DoD affiliates, friends of Fort Knox and guests. These stories and more are featured in The News Enterprise.

State parks to offer military discount
Yearwood to play Fort Knox
Building a warrior workforce
Coffee for a cause for keeping G.I.'s in java

Schools are back in session and many exciting changes and activities are taking place in the Heartland. The Hardin County Schools Performing Arts Center has announced its 2008-2009 performances. The new season includes theatre favorites such as 'Rumpelstiltskin', 'The Nutcracker', and 'The Magic Tree House.' These stories and more are featured in The News Enterprise and The Pioneer News.

PAC magic
Rineyville's Three Rs: Renovation, Rebuilding and almost Ready
Robertson gets warm welcome from Overdale