Quality of Life is a subjective term and it is difficult to make statements that will hold true for everyone.  Harrodsburg and Mercer County is sometimes progressive, and other times slow to move; Sometimes forward thinking and sometimes content to embrace our historic past; sometimes growth oriented and sometimes satisfied with status quo; but is always a safe and friendly and welcoming community.  

Harrodsburg was the first settlement in Kentucky and the area was chosen for it's agriculture potential.  Over 70% of the land is still used for agriculture.  The local school system has an active FFA (Future Farmers of America) chapter and our area was recently chosen for the site of Kentucky's Agriculture Heritage Center that will focus on past, present and future farming. 

Beef cattle, horses and tobacco are the largest segments of the farming community today. 

Our city and county school systems merged and the first combined class graduated in the summer of 2007.  That is a very progressive move and something that many Kentucky communities could never accomplish.  Our hope is that a combined system will better serve the students.  A new high school facility is currently under construction that will allow all to study together. 

The Kentucky River and Herrington Lake make up the eastern borders of our county providing recreational opportunities that few communities can offer. 

In the majority of Kentucky's counties it is illegal to sell alcohol.  Commonly known as "dry" counties.  Harrodsburg has struck a compromise by allowing alcohol sales by the drink in restaurants that derive 70% or greater of their income from food sales and also have a minimum of 100 seats.  This is commonly referred to as "moist" and we hope that such a posture will attract additional restaurants to the area. 

After a closer look, I hope that you agree that the community is just the right place for you.