Good morning, Frankfort.

Derby weekend features events at Keeneland, Downtown Frankfort and Lexington.

At Keeneland, live music, a hat contest and wagering with $10 admission start at 10 a.m., while Downtown Frankfort holds a celebration at 9:30 a.m. with bluegrass and cocktails; Lexington schedules Disney on Ice at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.

Eighth-grader Jaloneé Cleveland was named WesBanco Student of the Week on Friday, May 1, after being chosen as a Better Without It ambassador (a program from the Kentucky Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission) to share a message against substance abuse.

On Thursday, Second Street School preschoolers raced pool-noodle horses in a mini-Derby at F.D.

Wilkinson Gym (after a short walk from school) where they wore tissue-paper hats and received faux roses. Racers later enjoyed mint milkshakes, continuing the tradition now held indoors since the Singing Bridge closed.

The 2025 overdose report shows a 23% drop in overdose deaths in the state, with fentanyl and meth found in nearly half the cases; Governor Beshear credited Narcan doses and federal grants while warning that addiction challenges remain.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service alerted consumers that Mama Cozzi’s pizza products sold at Aldi may be contaminated with Salmonella — the recalled items were produced Feb.

17 to Feb. 26. Customers should not eat the products and must return or discard them.

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.