Good morning, Frankfort.

Frankfort officials reported that a 9-year-old boy was found dead after he was swept away by floodwaters while walking to his school bus stop on Friday morning—critics questioned why Franklin County Schools did not cancel in-person classes amid the strong storms.

Franklin County Emergency Management said a video from last night showed a dock floating under the Singing Bridge after flooding raised the Kentucky River’s water levels—officials suspect it likely detached from somewhere in Jessamine County.

Franklin County Mayor Wilkerson and Judge Executive Mueller declared a joint emergency on Saturday after more than six inches of rain pushed the Kentucky River toward near-record levels.

The river is expected to crest at 45 feet on Monday—just 0.2 feet below the record flood of 1997—and city crews activated the floodwall to protect low-lying areas while urging residents to avoid floodwaters.

Alejandro Escovedo Concert

7-10 p.m. — Grand Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the rich musical journey of Alejandro Escovedo from punk rock to roots rock.

Over the Rhine Concert

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Grand Theatre — Cost varies — Experience the soulful sounds of Cincinnati's beloved folk band Over the Rhine.

Earth Day Festival

10 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Liberty Hall Historic Site — Free entry — Celebrate Mother Earth with live music and family activities in historic gardens.

Keeneland Spring Race Meet

11 AM – 5 PM — Keeneland Association Inc — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling live horse racing at the historic Keeneland racetrack.

Royal Run 5K

12:00 AM – 11:59 PM — Lakeview Park — Entry fee required — Experience the inaugural 5K run benefiting the Frankfort Christian Academy.

2025 Bourbon & Browns Fundraiser

6-10 p.m. — Liberty Hall Historic Site — All proceeds benefit Liberty Hall Historic Site — Celebrate Kentucky Derby with a distillers’ showcase and local cuisine.

2025 Downtown Frankfort Derby Breakfast Celebration

10 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Downtown Frankfort Inc — Free entry — Celebrate Derby season with live bluegrass music, delicious brunch, and family-friendly activities.