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June 2, 2025 By HardinChamber

On Watch Raffle | Honoring Police & Fire benefiting Elizabethtown Police Foundation

Give 270’s On Watch Raffle gives you the chance to win a Citizen Thin Blue Line or Thin Red Line watch — one for yourself and one for a deserving First Responder you’d like to honor! When purchasing your raffle ticket, simply select the type of First Responder you’d like to recognize and enter …

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May 30, 2025 By HardinChamber

Turn Up Summer Fun! Hear Every Moment Loud and Clear!

VOTED BEST IN HEARING AID SERVICE!   Provided by: Bluegrass Hearing Clinic …

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May 30, 2025 By HardinChamber

It’s Back! Our Summer Special!

Karma Yoga & Hot Yoga Studio   Unroll your mat and unwind this summer! REGISTER NOW! www.karmayogaetown.com Provided by: Karma Yoga & Hot Yoga Studio …

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April 17, 2025 By HardinChamber

High School Seniors Job Fair

Dear Employer: We are excited to invite you to the Hardin County Senior Career Fair hosted in partnership by the Kentucky Career Center and the local school systems including Hardin County Schools, Elizabethtown Independent and Larue County Schools The Career Fair will be held on May 1, 2025, …

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April 3, 2025 By HardinChamber

Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs presents Commonwealth of Kentucky’s Virtual Job Fairs

Employer Registration We’re excited to announce the Commonwealth of Kentucky’s Virtual Job Fair, presented by the Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs (click here for invitation letter from KDVA Commissioner Allen), and we’d love for you to be a part of it! Register Now Save the date for the …

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March 27, 2025 By HardinChamber

Smoke Alarms Save lives!

Most of us don’t realize we have just two minutes to escape a home fire — which is the nation’s most frequent disaster. On average: 7 people die every day from a home fire, most impacting children and the elderly More than 30 people suffer injuries from home fires every day More than $7 …

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March 27, 2025 By HardinChamber

FOOD DRIVE to Benefit Warm Blessings Community Kitchen

Join Us in Making a Difference! Food Drive for a Better Tomorrow benefitting Warm Blessings Community Kitchen For the month of April, we’re coming together to fight hunger and give back to our community! Now through the end of April, drop off your non-perishable food items at Gerald …

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March 25, 2025 By HardinChamber

Papa Johns Business Preferred Guest Program

LOOKING TO ELEVATE YOUR CORPORATE EVENTS & COMPANY PICNICS? Provided by: Papa Johns Pizza …

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March 25, 2025 By HardinChamber

PIZZAVERSARY: Papa John’s Celebrating 20 Years

Join us as we celebrate our 20 year PIZZAVERSARY! 4979 N. Dixie, Elizabethtown, KY Provided by: Papa Johns …

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March 19, 2025 By HardinChamber

Youngpreneur’s Business Fair

https://youtu.be/xj4crXAEnKM?si=hcQUQCdUKbWrV8_s Observe the opportunity for children to launch their very own startup business! Youngpreneurs develop a brand, create a product or service, build a marketing strategy, and open for customers at our one-day marketplace. We will host 40 …

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March 19, 2025 By HardinChamber

Lunch & Learn: Building Leaderships, Inspiring Teams

This is a workshop focused on leadership strategies for measurable outcomes! What will you learn? -Adapt Leadership Styles-Importance of Needs Assessments-Facilitate Growth Opportunities-Feedback Frameworks Get your ticket NOW because space is limited!!! You will NEED to get your ticket at …

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March 18, 2025 By HardinChamber

Pinwheel Planting

Save the dates for our Pinwheels for Prevention Planting events! This year, we will have an event in every county that we serve! Attend one in your county or attend them all–either way, we would love to see your support for the children in our community! Check out our Facebook events for more info …

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Annual Awards Nomination Form

Annual Awards Nominations

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THE CHAMBER CHAMPION RONNIE J. PENCE AWARD

The Hardin County Chamber of Commerce will present the CHAMBER CHAMPION RONNIE J. PENCE AWARD at the 2024 Hardin County Chamber Annual Meeting & Awards Program.

THE CHAMBER CHAMPION RONNIE J. PENCE AWARD recognizes an individual who has committed an exemplary effort toward an initiative or initiatives important to the Chamber’s mission.

To nominate an individual, please complete the nomination form below. Please describe why this person is outstanding and meets the above criteria. Supporting information may be attached.

Deadline for submitting a nomination is July 1 2024

THE GOVERNMENT EXCELLENCE AWARD

The Hardin County Chamber of Commerce will present the GOVERNMENT EXCELLENCE AWARD at the 2024 Hardin County Chamber Annual Meeting & Awards Program.

THE GOVERNMENT EXCELLENCE AWARD recognizes any official (either elected or appointed) who has performed a particular service or overall effectiveness in office on behalf of the residents of Hardin County and has demonstrated commitment to supporting business. Other criteria:

  • Currently serving in any level of government (local, state, federal) or has been out of office no more than two years

To nominate an individual, please complete the nomination form below. Please describe why this business is outstanding and meets the above criteria. Supporting information may be attached.

Deadline for submitting a nomination is July 1, 2024

THE HALL OF FAME AWARD

The Hardin County Chamber of Commerce will present the CHAMBER HALL OF FAME AWARD at the 2024 Hardin County Chamber Annual Meeting & Awards Program.

THE HALL OF FAME AWARD recognizes a local business or individual for long term contributions to the economy and community. To be considered, the nominee should have been operating in the Hardin County market for ten or more years.

To nominate an individual or organization, please complete the nomination form below. Please describe why this person is outstanding and meets the above criteria. Supporting information may be attached.

Deadline for submitting a nomination is July 1 2024

THE QUALITY OF PLACE AWARD

The Hardin County Chamber of Commerce will present the QUALITY OF PLACE AWARD at the 2024 Hardin County Chamber Annual Meeting & Awards Program.

THE QUALITY OF PLACE AWARD recognizes an individual, entity and/or organization that has made a positive difference in the lives of our citizens and works to make Hardin County a better place to live, work and visit.

Criteria:

  • Has made a significant economic, social or environmental impact on the community
  • Is a public use project, facility or initiative that impacts the community at large
  • Promotes, develops or creates business growth or tourism, recreational, cultural or community assets or amenities

To nominate for this award, please complete the nomination form below. Please describe why this entity is outstanding and meets the above criteria. Supporting information may be attached.

Deadline for submitting a nomination is July 1, 2024

THE RALPH REESE FORT KNOX/COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP AWARD

The Hardin County Chamber of Commerce will present the RALPH REESE FORT KNOX/COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP AWARD at the 2024 Hardin County Chamber Annual Meeting & Awards Program.

THE RALPH REESE FORT KNOX/COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP AWARD recognizes an individual or business who has committed an exemplary effort toward an initiative or initiatives important to the military and community partnership between Fort Knox and Hardin County. It is named in honor of World War II Veteran and Hardin County community leader and icon, Ralph Reese.

To nominate an individual or organization, please complete the nomination form below. Please describe why this nominee is outstanding and meets the above criteria. Supporting information may be attached.

Deadline for submitting a nomination is July 1 2024

THE RISING STAR AWARD

The Hardin County Chamber of Commerce will present the RISING STAR AWARD at the 2024 Hardin County Chamber Annual Meeting & Awards Program.

THE RISING STAR AWARD recognizes an up and coming business whose professional success is matched by its commitment to serving our community. This is for businesses in operation for two years or less.

Other criteria:

  • the business demonstrates excellence, creativity and initiative in their profession
  • the business provides value services by contributing time and energy to improve the quality of life for others in the community
  • the business must be a current member of the Hardin Co. Chamber of Commerce.

To nominate a business, individual or organization, please complete the nomination form below. Please describe why this business is outstanding and meets the above criteria. Supporting information may be attached.Deadline for submitting a nomination is July 1 2024.

The Hardin County Chamber of Commerce will present the RISING STAR AWARD at the 2024 Hardin County Chamber Annual Meeting & Awards Program.

THE RISING STAR AWARD recognizes an up and coming business whose professional success is matched by its commitment to serving our community. This is for businesses in operation for two years or less.

Other criteria:

  • the business demonstrates excellence, creativity and initiative in their profession
  • the business provides value services by contributing time and energy to improve the quality of life for others in the community
  • the business must be a current member of the Hardin Co. Chamber of Commerce.

To nominate a business, individual or organization, please complete the nomination form below. Please describe why this business is outstanding and meets the above criteria. Supporting information may be attached.

Deadline for submitting a nomination is July 1 2024

YOUNG PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR

A local professional under the age of 40 Demonstrates creativity, innovation, character, consistency and excellence in their field. Exemplifies outstanding professional growth and community engagement Makes significant contributions to the community through work and/or volunteer activities As current member of the Hardin County Chamber of Commerce

The Hardin County Chamber of Commerce will present the RISING STAR AWARD at the 2024 Hardin County Chamber Annual Meeting & Awards Program.

THE RISING STAR AWARD recognizes an up and coming business whose professional success is matched by its commitment to serving our community. This is for businesses in operation for two years or less.

Other criteria:

  • the business demonstrates excellence, creativity and initiative in their profession
  • the business provides value services by contributing time and energy to improve the quality of life for others in the community
  • the business must be a current member of the Hardin Co. Chamber of Commerce.

To nominate a business, individual or organization, please complete the nomination form below. Please describe why this business is outstanding and meets the above criteria. Supporting information may be attached.

Deadline for submitting a nomination is July 1 2024

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