Wednesday, February 5th, 2025

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Good morning, Frankfort. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Kentucky State Police launches a discounted Trooper Teddy Bear sale for Valentine's Day to support children in crisis, with all proceeds benefiting the project. 92.7 The Wave
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Kentucky offers grants for road projects using rubber-modified asphalt to enhance sustainability and road quality. Kentucky Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Kentucky Senate approved a half-percent reduction in the state income tax rate, a move to boost economic strength by allowing residents to retain more of their earnings. Kentucky Today
- ➤ A bill proposed in Kentucky seeks to compensate exonerees with $65,000 for each year of wrongful imprisonment, supported by advocates who were wrongfully convicted. LEX 18
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Frankfort firefighter Ben Bonfert, battling kidney disease, seeks a living donor to improve his health for his three-year-old daughter. LEX 18
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The Fast and The Furriest 5K Race Event
The Fast and The Furriest 5K is a community event featuring a 5K run/walk and activities for children, taking place on February 23, 2025.
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