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Frankfort
Thursday, May 7th, 2026
Good morning, Frankfort. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Prevent Child Abuse Kentucky announced that executive director Jill Seyfred is retiring after 38 years at the helm and 42 years of service. The nonprofit said her work strengthened community partnerships & advanced child protection efforts, setting the stage for welcoming a new leader. Kentucky Today
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Lyric Theatre has opened its new library, welcoming community members to enjoy the space (open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday) for reading and study. WKYT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Kentucky Virtual Library has expanded its contract with EBSCO to offer LearningExpress Library Complete and Financial Fit at schools and libraries statewide, helping residents prepare for college entrance exams and strengthen financial literacy (a key resource for students and job seekers). Kentucky Today
- ➤ WalkBike Frankfort has launched a Bike Bus program in South Frankfort to safely transport kids to school, with rides every Friday starting at 7 a.m. at the F.D. Wilkinson Gymnasium (weather permitting). The State Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The USDA warns that the invasive Asian Needle Ant (a stinging species) has begun appearing in Kentucky and displacing native seed dispersers essential for forest health. Its sting can cause intense pain and severe allergic reactions in some residents. WKYT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Kentucky Commissioner of Agriculture Jonathan Shell invites Kentucky Proud members to apply for the 2026 Farm to Fork program to secure grants that reimburse up to 50% of eligible food products for event promotion. Applications must be submitted 30 days ahead for events held before Nov. 13 — supporting local farmers and agribusinesses. Kentucky Today
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Kentucky Board of Nursing warned residents about scam calls using real agency numbers to claim their licenses are under investigation or that court dates were missed. They advised people to hang up and call KBN (502-429-3300) to verify any inquiry. WKYT
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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.
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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.
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Capital Expo Children’s Festival
10 AM – 2 PM — Lakeview Park, 112 Park Ave, Frankfort, KY — Free entry — A fun-filled day of hands-on activities, demonstrations, and exploration with community organizations and emergency vehicles.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate.
~ Carl Jung
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