Good morning, Frankfort.

Downtown Frankfort Inc. will host Derby Day Celebration on May 2 from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Broadway, St. Clair and West Main with breakfast specials, a triple crown race, kids’ activities, live bluegrass and Derby cocktails while signups will be available soon.

Frankfort residents can win tickets to the Kentucky Author Forum featuring Hampton Sides — who will be interviewed by former Texas Congressman Beto O’Rourke — and receive a signed copy of his book.

Check local details for how to enter the contest.

Kentucky’s unemployment rate for 2025 was 4.6%—above the national 4.3%—with durable manufacturing losing jobs while education and government sectors gained positions.

The report shows mixed job trends across industries from last year.

Kentucky school districts can apply for the Farm to School Stars Recognition Program, which awards up to $10,000 for increasing local food purchases; applications are due by July 31, 2026, with winners announced during October’s Farm to School Month (supporting SB5 objectives).

The City of Frankfort and Sasaki invite residents to an in-person riverfront development open house Tuesday from 4-7 p.m. at The Foundry on Broadway (317 W.

Broadway), where attendees can view plans and share written feedback.

A University of Kentucky researcher is leading studies to develop new treatments for Lyme disease as blacklegged ticks become common in the commonwealth; recent surveys found 25% of ticks in 19 counties positive.

The CDC advises residents to use insect repellent & wear long sleeves as warm weather approaches.

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.

Painted Clay Pot Mushrooms

11 a.m. — Paul Sawyier Public Library — Free entry — Get creative and add a whimsical touch to your garden with handmade clay pot mushrooms for all ages.