Good morning, Frankfort.

After Monday night's storm sent a tree branch crashing into his home, Frankfort resident Weslee Woolums said he could not walk through his front door and is staying in a hotel with his aunt while an engineer assesses if the structure can be rebuilt.

Four tornadoes struck parts of Kentucky late Monday and early Tuesday, snapping trees and damaging a few homes near Jewel City, Livermore, Millerstown, and along Rough River — no injuries were reported.

Lopez Land Farm Market at 2400 Bridgeport-Benson Road in Frankfort was accepted into the 2026 Kentucky Farm Bureau Certified Farm Market Program, certifying its local meats, produce, baked goods, and value-added offerings – it hosts farm tours from April through July on Fridays through Sundays.

The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources reminds hunters that the deadline to apply for the 2026 Elk Hunt Drawing is midnight today; winners will be announced on Saturday, May 9 at the Kentucky Elk & Outdoor Fest in Bardstown with live draws and expert talks.

A new study from Kentucky State University and Washington State University shows that treating dairy manure with anaerobic digestion and hydrothermal treatment increases biogas yield by 52% (a breakthrough for local farmers).

The research suggests farms may soon use this process to boost renewable energy while reducing waste.

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.

2026 River Rat Run 3K

6-8 p.m. — River View Park — Registration fees apply — Enjoy an evening of fitness and community at the River Rat Run 3K race.