Good morning, Frankfort.

Peggy Dungan, a lifelong Frankfort resident, celebrated her 100th birthday on Sunday at Spring Arbor Senior Living (formerly Dominion) with family, friends, and local dignitaries including Governor Andy Beshear, Mayor Layne Wilkerson, Judge-Executive Michael Mueller, and Sheriff Dwayne Depp.

The state Capitol’s English Garden was in bloom on Tuesday as Prevent Child Abuse Kentucky held its annual pinwheel planting to mark Child Abuse Prevention Month.

Gov. Beshear attended the event (each pinwheel symbolized 17 births) as part of efforts to raise safe, stable environments for local children.

Electricity bills in Kentucky increased 20% since 2021, below the national 28% rise, with Kentucky Power customers paying $246 in March and Duke Energy customers $116.

The Heatmap report shows lower increases for LG&E and Kentucky Utilities at 11% and 14% respectively.

AAA Bluegrass offers gas-saving advice as rising prices affect drivers and urges everyone to avoid aggressive driving like hard braking & rapid acceleration while keeping tires properly inflated.

The tips include using cruise control, removing excess vehicle weight, and planning efficient routes for better fuel economy.

Gas prices in Kentucky are climbing and drivers are facing higher pump costs today.

The increase follows recent reports of rising fuel expenses that may impact motorists around the state.

Kentucky lawmakers delivered House Bill 253 to the governor today to end the three-cueing reading method in schools and add measures against teacher misconduct, giving over 19,000 educators time to receive new curriculum training through the 2029-2030 school year.

Remove Invasives Partnership is hosting Bradford Pear Bounty Day on Saturday, April 18 (11 a.m. to 2 p.m.) at Liberty Hall Historic Site near Orlando Brown House as part of Earth Day festivities.

Local residents who remove invasive Bradford pears can receive up to two free replacement native trees while supplies last.

The City of Frankfort prohibits the dyeing and sale of baby chicks and rabbits (a rule meant to prevent harm and health risks) and fines violators up to $250.

The ordinance, in effect since the 1880s and updated over time, will continue to protect animals and public health.

Lawmakers approved SB 185 to support Kentucky State University by setting a framework to stabilize finances and expand academic programs while preserving its historic role.

The measure now awaits the governor’s review.

State highway safety officials launched the Put the Phone Away or Pay campaign that runs from April 6 to April 13 as part of Distracted Driving Awareness Month, reminding drivers to focus on the road.

Gov. Andy Beshear urged Kentuckians to avoid phone use while driving to prevent accidents.

Health officials advised Frankfort residents to use insect repellent + wear protective clothing as warmer weather brings more ticks carrying illnesses like RMSF and ehrlichiosis; they urged people to inspect and carefully remove ticks after outdoor activities.

2026 KYHN Spring Training

8 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Kentucky State University Research Farm — $50 — Educational sessions on youth health with networking opportunities and lunch included.