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Wednesday, May 14th, 2025
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Good morning, Frankfort. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Franklin County Fiscal Court celebrated the county's 230th birthday Saturday by giving back to the community that has suffered heavy losses + county leaders aimed to support local needs. The State Journal
- ➤ Many nonprofits across the state are asking for donations as part of the annual Kentucky Gives Day — the campaign aims to help charities support their programs. WKYT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Business owner Nathan Depenbrock said floods have left Bourbon Boat Kentucky River Tours 1½ months behind schedule and cost the business $45 to $55 thousand in refunds. He hopes that clearing debris will let his larger boat return from the Ohio River & resume tours for guests & show that the Kentucky River remains special. LEX 18
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Franklin County man, 44-year-old Dustin Fields, was charged with first-degree arson for allegedly setting his Flat Creek Road home on April 30, which killed his 13-year-old and 15-year-old sons + a judge on Monday sent his case to a grand jury while keeping his $2 million bond in place + as the investigation continues. WTVQ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On May 13th, a hearing at the Kentucky Court of Appeals building saw Franklin County Judge Phillip Shepherd consider an attorney general request to dismiss a student lawsuit alleging the state failed to provide an adequate education—students said poor funding and low test scores have caused harm—and the legal fight over education quality continues. The suit names state legislators and revives debates over education that have long affected students. Louisville Public Media
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Bright Futures in Mental Health Luncheon
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. — Capital Plaza Hotel — Ticket info not provided — Celebrate Mental Health Month and hear insights from keynote speaker Eric Friedlander.
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Downtown Frankfort Bourbon Week
10 AM – 10 PM — Downtown Frankfort Inc — Various costs — Celebrate the spirit of Frankfort with bourbon tours, local products, and a kickoff concert under the summer sky.
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