Good morning, Frankfort.

Capital City Activity Center and Meals on Wheels Greater Frankfort planned a series of daily activities for Monday-Friday, including billiards, bingo, exercise classes and tai-chi sessions.

The schedule also features chair volleyball, knitting, corn hole and a drive-through food giveaway Friday.

Local community leaders honored the founder of Locks For Addiction at a ceremony in Frankfort, recognizing his work in supporting addiction recovery, and the event showcased the community's appreciation for his impactful efforts.

The Paul Sawyier Public Library is hosting a week of events from today’s 2 p.m. poetry reading featuring local poets to Saturday’s Women’s History celebration at 1 p.m. The schedule also offers kids’ crafts, career help, board games, and yoga with registration required at the library.

Outdoor enthusiasts can purchase fishing, hunting and boating licenses today at online portals and local agent locations.

Fees remain unchanged from last year, and first-time buyers can choose a special sportsman’s license for $37 — additional guides and details are available on the department’s website.

The House passed HB 497 that requires seniors (65+) to file the FAFSA to maintain their college tuition waiver, a change some lawmakers say creates barriers amid a 56-36 vote.

Lawmakers now hope the Senate will drop the requirement to preserve the waiver that has supported seniors for 50 years.

Kentucky drivers can now order the Friends of Agriculture plate following HB 157 which expanded eligibility for agricultural plates.

The plate features designs by FFA and 4-H students and supports local Ag Tag funds while being available at County Clerk offices and online.

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.