Good morning, Frankfort.

Mary Nishimuta launched a GoFundMe page to help Buddy’s Pizza cover payroll and operating costs after owner Mike Hedden passed away on Feb.

21; neighbors rallied and donated over $16,000 to support the local business + family during this difficult transition.

Today at 4 p.m., the Hopewell Museum will screen a documentary honoring Bourbon County’s Paris 3, a group of three local women whose stand against segregation 65 years ago sparked change; tomorrow, a proclamation reading at the Bourbon County Courtroom and a walk to the bus station diner will further recognize their impact.

Frankfort Independent Schools (FIS) board approved Monday an amended calendar after inclement weather caused low attendance.

The update makes March 23 and 24 staff learning days, moves PEP to March 25 through 27, sets EXCEL from March 30 through April 3, and schedules spring break for April 6 through 10.

Frankfort brothers Bobby and Billy Stone honored their great-great grandfather’s legacy by sharing his journey to earn one of the state’s first teaching certificates during a presentation last week at the Capital City Activity Center (Meals on Wheels Greater Frankfort).

Western Hills senior Zeek Robinson, who holds a 4.0 GPA and takes dual credit and AP courses, has been named WesBanco Student of the Week after his acceptance at the University of Chicago (an institution with an acceptance rate under 5%).

He plans to pursue pre-law studies and remains active in school clubs and community service.

Recent climate data shows that the 30-year averages for spring temperatures and rainfall at Blue Grass Airport are at record highs since 1873, signaling a greater risk of severe storms as March nears (a trend noted by a local climate expert).

Kentucky’s Severe Weather Awareness Week will begin next week with a statewide tornado drill scheduled for Wednesday morning.

Tax pro Mark Steber from Jackson Hewitt discussed changes to the 2026 tax code ahead of the filing deadline, offering clear guidance for local filers to prepare for tax season (full details available at Jackson Hewitt locations).

Starting Sunday, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet will impose alternating overnight lane closures on I-64 East from mile marker 53 (near U.S. 127) to 58 (near U.S. 60) between 7 p.m. and 6 a.m. while resurfacing and repairing bridges; work is expected to finish by Fall.

Senior Clayton Badida won the 126-pound state wrestling title in triple overtime at Alltech Arena in Lexington as his family cheered him on, marking a strong performance among NKY finalists.

His win capped a fiercely contested match that energized the local wrestling community *.

2026 March Madness Burger Week

March 21-28 — Downtown Frankfort Inc — $8 specialty burgers — Savor exclusive burger creations while catching the March Madness tournament.

Frankfort's 3rd Annual Mac & Cheese Festival

11 a.m.–6 p.m. — Kentucky State University Research Farm — $25 family bundle available — Delight in cheesy creations and craft tastings at this fun-filled culinary celebration.