Bardstown Bulletin

06/19/2026

📅 The Bulletin Board — your guide to what’s happening around Bardstown-Nelson County this week!

Here’s what’s coming up:

🚗 Bloomfield Depot Street Car Show on Depot Street - Friday, June 19 at 6:00 p.m.

🎸 Summer Concert Series — Friday, June 19 at 7:00 p.m. at the Bardstown Community Park featuring Holy Name Band.

🚗 Bourbon City Street Concert — Saturday, June 20 at 6:00 p.m. in downtown Bardstown.

📍 Have an event coming up? Send it our way at [email protected] and we’ll add it to next week’s Bulletin Board!

06/19/2026

After serving survivors of domestic violence for 40 years, SpringHaven announced it will close its shelter and outreach programs on June 30 because of financial instability.

The closure affects services across the Lincoln Trail region, including Nelson, Marion, Hardin, Meade, Grayson, Breckinridge and LaRue counties. ZeroV says it is working with SpringHaven to help ensure continuity of services for those in need.

Financial instability forces closure after 40 years of serving survivors across the Lincoln Trail region

06/19/2026

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06/18/2026

Did you know? On June 18, 1812, President James Madison signed the declaration of war against Great Britain, beginning the War of 1812. Often called America's "Second War of Independence," the conflict tested the young nation's resolve and helped strengthen a growing sense of American identity.

The war produced some of the country's most enduring symbols, including the inspiration for "The Star-Spangled Banner," which was written during the conflict in 1814.

As we count down to America's 250th birthday, we're exploring the events and people that helped shape the United States.

06/18/2026

The Stephen Foster Drama Association recently hosted its eighth annual Lights Up! performance, providing children and adults with exceptional needs an opportunity to enjoy "The Stephen Foster Story" in a safe, welcoming and accommodating environment.

Made possible through the support of LG&E and KU, the free event featured pre-show activities, cast meet-and-greets, refreshments and an unforgettable evening of live theater.

Read more about this special tradition and its impact on the Bardstown community.

Annual Stephen Foster Story event welcomes guests with exceptional needs and their families

06/18/2026

Bardstown City Hall will be closed on Friday, June 19 in observance of the Juneteenth holiday.

While City Hall offices will be closed, both residential and commercial garbage collection will operate on their regular schedules. There will be no changes or delays to trash pickup services.

06/18/2026

A Bullitt County man has been indicted by a Nelson County grand jury on two counts of first-degree sexual abuse.

Joshua Middleton, 51, of Shepherdsville, is accused of offenses alleged to have occurred June 1, 2026. His arraignment is scheduled for July 2 in Nelson Circuit Court.

An indictment is a legal accusation only and does not imply guilt.

Grand jury returns two-count indictment alleging June 1 offenses

06/18/2026

A Bardstown resident, Mr. Henry Sylvester “Bucky” Metcalf, 92, passed away on Sunday, June 14th.

Cremation was chosen by the family. Memorial visitation will be 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Friday, June 19, 2026 at the Houghlin-Greenwell Funeral Home. A prayer service will be Friday at 7:00 p.m.

06/18/2026

John Francis Smith, 93, of Lexington, formerly of Washington County, passed away Saturday, June 13 at Treyton Oak Towers in Louisville.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m., Friday, June 19 at Hale-Polin-Robinson Funeral Home in Springfield with burial in St. Rose Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Thursday and again from 8:00 a.mm until the time of service at Hale-Polin-Robinson Funeral Home.