Good morning, Frankfort.

AAA says nearly 516,000 Kentuckians will travel for Memorial Day with most driving on Thursday and Friday afternoons—gas prices average $4.34 and drivers are urged to use cruise control only in safe conditions and check tire pressure before hitting the road.

Nearly 516,000 Kentuckians are expected to travel over the Memorial Day holiday, AAA said.

The agency advises drivers to check tire pressure and avoid distractions as traffic peaks Thursday and Friday — gas now averages about $4.34.

Frankfort Rotary Youth Fund is seeking donations for its Outstanding Student Scholarship program that has awarded over $300,000 since 1993 & now offers a $1,000 bonus for graduates who return to work locally.

The fund also raises money through a weekly Queen of Hearts raffle at Miguel’s Restaurante.

The Capital Expo is set for June 3-6 at Lakeview Park on the East Side, with carnival rides on Wednesday (5 p.m.- midnight), an opening ceremony and Idol Finals on Thursday, live entertainment and a car cruise-in on Friday, and a children’s festival, race, cornhole tournament, and fireworks on Saturday.

For 2025, KYSTATS reported that unemployment was higher in 75 counties, lower in 40, and unchanged in 5 at a statewide rate of 4.6%, and no county reached double-digit unemployment.

This data shows statewide economic trends from last year.

Franklin County Schools has issued a traffic advisory for the William Cofield High School graduation at Bradford Hall today.

Guests must use the University Drive main entrance at KSU and allow extra travel time (for a stop at the security gate).

Biologists with the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources confirmed invasive Alabama bass hybrids in Lake Linville near Mt. Vernon in Rockcastle County and are expanding tests to assess the risk to native bass populations.

Lt. Gov. Coleman joined state police at a memorial ceremony honoring 39 fallen law enforcement officers, including two newly recognized patrolmen (James D.

Stevens and Frank B. Bell). The event reaffirmed a commitment to remember their sacrifice.

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.