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Wednesday, February 18th, 2026
Good morning, Frankfort. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of February.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Jerry Deaton and the Frankfort Studio Players present Kentucky on Stage at First Presbyterian Church theatre (416 W. Main St.) on Feb. 27, 28, Mar. 6, and Mar. 7 at 7 p.m. and Mar. 1 and Mar. 8 at 3 p.m., featuring four one-act plays highlighting humor. Tickets cost $15 at the door. The State Journal
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Recent winter storms challenged Kentucky livestock and row crop farmers who worked through snow and ice to protect cattle from cold stress and maintain winter wheat health. Experts note that warmer temperatures now help, though risks remain (including spring calving concerns) as weather may change later this month. Louisville Public Media
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Two Kentucky students created 'Millie’s Farm Day', a story about a dairy cow's day that will be featured during All in for Agriculture Education Week, March 16-20, in Frankfort. The book, by an 8th+grader and an 11th+grader, will be sent to elementary school libraries as part of ag education. Kentucky Today
- ➤ Kentucky lawmakers are debating a proposed change to the tuition waiver for citizens 65+, as Rep. Willner filed an amendment to keep it unchanged while Rep. Tipton’s substitute bill would add a FAFSA filing requirement+ linking financial aid to waiver eligibility. LINK nky
- ➤ KEDC is suspending Lifetouch photography services amid online rumors raising student privacy concerns as officials review the matter in Frankfort. The agency said it is taking an abundance of caution + will update school districts as the review continues. WTVQ
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Andy Beshear has urged Kentuckians to take extra fire safety steps as the Spring Wildfire Hazard Season runs through April 30. Burning is prohibited from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. in or within 150 feet (safe zone) of woodland or brushland, officials say. The State Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ During halftime of Friday’s basketball game between Franklin County and Frankfort, FCHS seniors Grayson Scott and Lauren Parker were crowned homecoming king and queen. The State Journal
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