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Forty-six of the 80 licensed medical cannabis businesses are now operating statewide, including 26 dispensaries, 13 cultivators, two safety compliance facilities and five processors.

Gov. Beshear highlighted the progress at a recent industry meeting, noting a new Prestonsburg dispensary now serves every region.

State officials told lawmakers on Wednesday that 17 organizations submitted declarations to join the new education scholarship program — a measure aimed at broadening opportunities for public and private school students in Frankfort.

The city and county will recognize trick or treating (6 to 8 p.m.) on Oct.

31 to mark Halloween in the community. Neighbors can join the festivities and plan for an enjoyable evening.

FCPS has set a target to name its next superintendent in March.

The district will complete its selection process before then (updated four hours ago).

Bailey Curry, a Frankfort native, was named head softball coach at Western Hills after earning accolades at Toledo and WKU — credentials she will use to build a winning, team-focused program that welcomes all students.

Her appointment comes as the school seeks to boost its athletic culture.

Tech. Sgt. Ian Patterson, a Hardin County native who served 15 years, died Saturday at the Alamodome in Texas after falling during a rappelling demonstration — his father said he wants him remembered as kind, hardworking, and loving.

Frankfort girls volleyball lost 3-0 to Great Crossing in the district semifinals on Tuesday (25-8, 25-13, 25-23).

The Lady Warhawks will play Franklin County today for the championship.

Motorists in Franklin County should note that I-64 East will have its right lane closed from 6 p.m. to midnight on Monday near mile marker 51.9 at KY 2817 and on Tuesday near mile marker 55.8 at KY 1659 for routine maintenance.