Good morning, Frankfort.

Farm City Field Day will return on July 9 from 5 to 8 p.m. at 3720 Peaks Mill Road.

Farm facilitator Keenan Bishop will engage high school FFAs and visitors with evolving on-farm activities on a 100-acre site owned by Edward Kelsey (a longtime family farmer).

Exchange student Alessandro Orsi from Italy enjoyed a full year at Western Hills, joining band, sports and academic teams while learning a new instrument and easing language challenges.

He graduated last week and will leave on June 12 for a trip out west before flying home on June 23.

Beechwood senior Ruby Fries was awarded the Jordan G.

McFaull Scholarship, which honors the late alumnus who died from complications of type 1 diabetes. She maintained a 4.4 GPA, earned recognition as a Kentucky Governor’s Scholar, and is a National Honor Society member (captaining the girls’ varsity soccer team).

The Sexual Violence Resource Center and supHERwoman League are offering free self defense classes at 333 Elkhorn Drive on Saturday, June 27 at 11 a.m. Participants will learn practical techniques to boost confidence and protect their personal space.

Gov. Andy Beshear on Tuesday, June 2 announced an expansion of the state’s medical cannabis program to include 15 more qualifying conditions, including sickle cell anemia, severe arthritis, and fibromyalgia.

The governor’s order directs the Kentucky Office of Medical Cannabis to issue emergency regulations to clarify the law.

Gov. Beshear announced an RFP today to attract developers who will build fast-charging stations in rural and urban areas near major highways to support electric vehicle drivers; responses are due by July 13 with selections expected late this summer (the program already opened 12 sites).

Kentucky’s optometry board allowed 30 graduates to practice without full exam scores while they secure testing requirements by March; a May 12 hearing raised safety concerns over inconsistent licensing standards (including repeated exam failures).

Governor Beshear signed an executive order Tuesday that adds conditions — including sickle cell anemia and Parkinson’s disease — to the list for Kentucky’s medical cannabis program.

The new rule aims to clarify eligibility for patients seeking a safe, nonaddictive pain relief option.

The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources will host a Free Fishing Weekend on June 6 — 7 to allow residents and visitors to fish without a license while following state rules.

Local listings detail special youth events scheduled across the state.

Franklin County’s Madison McCoy was named Traditional Bank Athlete of the Week after pitching for the Lady Flyers in the 11th Region tournament on Tuesday, June 2 at FCHS.

The FCHS graduate hit .382 this season and will attend Lindsey Wilson University on a softball scholarship.

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.

Music in the Garden featuring River & Rail

6:30-9 p.m. — Liberty Hall Historic Site — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful evening of Indie Folk/Americana music with the duo River & Rail.

Liberty Hall-er America 250 Music Festival

2-10 p.m. — Downtown Frankfort Inc — Admission details coming soon — Celebrate with live music and historic vibes at a major birthday bash.