Hartford, KY — Sept. 15, 2025 — The City of Hartford is excited to announce OctoberFest 2025, a two-day community celebration that blends the energy of Hartford fall traditions. The event takes place Friday, October 24, and Saturday, October 25 in downtown Hartford, offering something for all ages. Friday Night Block Party (October 24 | 4–9:30 PM)The festival kicks off Friday evening with a free community concert featuring live music,…
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Celebrating Community Leadership: Amelia Cole Honored as Honorary Mayor of Hartford
Hartford, KY —— At the August 28th City Council meeting, community leader Amelia Cole was officially recognized as Honorary Mayor of Hartford in celebration of her outstanding contributions to the city. In addition to this special recognition, Amelia also received the prestigious Honorary Sorehead Award for her dedication to community service and her tireless efforts in the beautification of downtown Hartford. “Amelia’s leadership, vision, and commitment to making Hartford a…
City of Hartford Launches New Website to Better Serve the Community
Hartford, KY – [Sept. 15, 2025] – The City of Hartford is proud to announce the launch of its newly redesigned website, www.hartfordky.org. Built with both accessibility and community engagement in mind, the new site provides residents and visitors with a modern, easy-to-use platform for staying connected with the heart of Hartford. The updated design allows city staff to easily post news, updates, and community events, ensuring that the public…
Historic Hartford Walking Tour now available on city’s new website
The City of Hartford is pleased to announce the launch of its Historic Hartford Walking Tour, now available through the city’s newly designed website. This self-guided experience highlights significant sites in Hartford’s past, offering residents and visitors an engaging way to explore the city’s rich heritage. The walking tour is enhanced by a series of narrated YouTube videos created by Hartford resident Grayson Cole, who brings local stories to life…
Local youths recognized for acts of service during April flooding
The City of Hartford recognized five local young men for their efforts to help others during the severe flooding that impacted the area in early April. Jayden Peech, Gaven Peech, Chandler Blandford, Petey Graham, and Eathan Taylor were honored for stepping in to assist residents as they evacuated their homes during the emergency. Chief of Police York and Mayor Wright presented the group with two awards: a Commendation for Public…
City of Hartford announces winner of 2025 Spring Break Photo Hunt
The City of Hartford is announces the winner of the 2025 Spring Break Photo Hunt: congratulations to the Cooper team! The photo hunt, held from March 29 through April 6, invited residents of all ages to explore Hartford, solve location-based clues, and submit photos at various local landmarks. Designed as a self-paced, family-friendly activity, the event encouraged community engagement and outdoor fun during spring break. Participants received a list of…
Hartford to celebrate WWII Veterans
The Ohio County Public Library and the city of Hartford will honor the county’s World War II veterans all next month. “Their Service, Our Salute” will feature a unique series of displays and activities throughout the month of March. These events include a display of banners at the library listing the names of all Ohio County military personnel from WWII, a screening of “The Monuments Men,” and an open house…
New mural offers a modern tribute to a historic piece of local art
A new mural has been completed in downtown Hartford, bringing new life to a piece of the city’s history. The updated artwork is inspired by the original “Hartford” mural painted in the 1970s by students from Murray State University on the side of the former Schultz Menswear building. The City of Hartford worked with Aaron Kizer, an artist based in Owensboro, and asked him to create a modern version. His…
Hartford Area Resource Transportation System (HARTS) adds feature to improve service
The City of Hartford is excited to announce a major update to the Hartford Area Resource Transportation System (HARTS), designed to improve accessibility and convenience for community members. Beginning Monday, August 5, 2024, HARTS will begin accepting phone calls to schedule pick-up and return transportation. Riders can now simply call 270-993-HART (4278) between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays to arrange transportation based on their individual…