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Frankfort
Tuesday, January 20th, 2026
Good morning, Frankfort. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Together Frankfort will host a free chili supper + panel on local journalism at the Frankfort Plant Board Clubhouse at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 22, with the discussion starting at 6:30 p.m. to mark its ninth anniversary. The State Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Kentucky students can apply for state-sponsored scholarships in engineering, construction management, and civil engineering technology that include summer employment with KYTC and a work commitment (up to $59,200 per year); applicants must apply by Feb. 1 with winners notified in April. Kentucky Today
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Health officials confirmed a measles case in Jessamine County in a child under five, linked to exposure from an unvaccinated visitor in Hamburg earlier this week. The county health department advises those exposed to call their doctor if symptoms appear and recommends two MMR doses for protection. Louisville Public Media
- ➤ In 2025, over 75,000 Kentuckians joined the state’s donor registry, raising more than $1.7 million to support transplant assistance. Donate Life Kentucky Trust will offer 24/7 donation information today to help guide patients and donor families. The State Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Franklin County’s boys basketball team beat Dunbar 70-52 at FCHS on Friday & earned its third straight win with four players scoring in double figures. The Flyers play Taylor County today and face a district game at Frankfort on Friday. The State Journal
- ➤ Offensive lineman Olaus Alinen (6-foot-6 from Finland) has transferred from Alabama to Kentucky and is excited about a fresh culture and winning coaching style. He values the supportive approach of coaches Joe Sloan and Cutter Leftwich as he begins his new journey. The State Journal
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Kentucky State University Preview Day
5:30 AM - 10 PM — Kentucky State University — Complimentary for students — Experience a day filled with campus activities, a game, and memorable moments at KSU.
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