New Inclusive Playground Opens at City Park Today

Radcliff, KY · July 10, 2026

The yellow tape is coming down at City Park just in time for the weekend. It is a perfect morning to see the new equipment before the drizzle sets in later today.

📰 The Lead

The final safety inspections for the new inclusive playground at Radcliff City Park were completed late yesterday, clearing the way for a grand opening this morning. This project replaces aging structures with sensory-friendly equipment, wheelchair-accessible ramps, and rubberized surfacing designed for children of all abilities. Local families advocated for these upgrades for over a year to ensure the park serves every child in the community, regardless of physical mobility. While the official ribbon-cutting ceremony is scheduled for later this month, the city has opted to open the gates early to give kids a head start on summer fun. Maintenance crews will remain on-site periodically today to finish landscaping around the perimeter, so expect a few orange cones near the parking lot entrance.

🏙️ Local Pulse

  • Dixie Highway Lane Restrictions — Expect minor delays near the West Lincoln Trail intersection today as crews refresh pavement markings.

  • School Registration Deadline — Hardin County Schools reminds parents that the online portal for the upcoming semester closes early next week.

  • Vine Grove: Main Street Detour — A portion of Main Street will close at 5:00 PM for the weekly community concert series.

🌦️ Today's Outlook

  • High 83°F · Low 71°F — Drizzle (56% chance of precipitation)
    • Keep an umbrella in the car for those scattered afternoon showers.

📅 What's On Around Town

  • Youth Basketball Open Gym — Colvin Community Center, 4:00–6:00 PM Free court time for middle schoolers to practice their jump shots.

  • Vine Grove: Friday Night Live — Main Street Pavilion, 6:00 PM Live local music and food trucks just a ten-minute drive away.

  • Friday Night Karaoke — The Landing, 8:00 PM Grab the mic or just enjoy the local talent at this neighborhood favorite.

  • Elizabethtown: Moonlight Movie — University Park, 8:30 PM A short trip south for an outdoor screening of a family-friendly classic.

📸 Spotlight & Story

  • The North Hardin High School Band
    • Known as the "Marching Trojans," this ensemble has earned state-wide acclaim for decades. Beyond the halftime shows, the program maintains a rigorous schedule that sees students practicing on the asphalt long before the first school bell rings in August.

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