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Frankfort
Thursday, February 5th, 2026
Good morning, Frankfort. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of February.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Frankfort native Isaac Andrews was named to The University of Alabama’s President’s List for Fall Semester 2025 (he achieved a full 4.0 as a full-time undergraduate student). The State Journal
- ➤ Georgetown College released its Fall 2025 Dean’s List, recognizing Frankfort students who earned at least 12 credit hours and a 3.7 GPA. The list was published Wednesday, Feb. 4. The State Journal
- ➤ Frankfort County Public Schools held a winter weather Q&A on Wednesday, Feb. 4 to explain plans for NTI days and potential snow disruptions — giving parents and students vital update information. WKYT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State lawmakers are asking Ford to explain how it will repay a $250M loan given for an EV battery plant that closed. Negotiations continue on adjustments including a new job plan (2,100 jobs) with a resolution expected by April 15. Louisville Public Media
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Kentucky Wildcats beat Oklahoma 94 to 78 on Tuesday night (Feb. 3) to improve their record to 16 to 7. Otega Oweh scored 24 points and Brandon Garrison had a career-high performance, and the team will host Tennessee Saturday. WTVQ
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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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The Fast and The Furriest 5K
12 AM — Hancock Picnic Pavilion — Approximate registration cost — Lace up for a pawsome 5K run with your furry friends.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Richard Feynman
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