Good morning, Frankfort.

Franklin County Fair returns July 14–18 at Lakeview Park, where families will enjoy livestock shows, pageants, motorsport events, carnival rides, and new attractions like the All American Petting Zoo and magic shows; a pre-fair special needs pageant begins July 11 at 2 p.m.

A new Target store will open on Vandalay Drive on July 26 to offer local shoppers a fresh retail option in the community.

The historic all-women Air Race Classic touched down Tuesday at Capital City Airport in Frankfort as over 100 pilots landed for fuel and hospitality during their 2,400-mile journey.

They will fly next to Spartanburg + other stops as they honor nearly 100 years of aviation legacy.

Wildlife officials said that the recent black bear sightings in backyards and neighborhoods are normal this season as young males leave their usual areas in search of food and mates (they remain easily scared of people and dogs), so residents should secure trash and pet food.

Gov. Andy Beshear announced Tuesday that Area Development awarded Kentucky its Silver Shovel Award for the second year and named GE Appliances Manufacturing Project of the Year for its planned $490 million investment and 800 new jobs at Appliance Park in Jefferson County.

Kentucky Medicaid fee-for-service providers will face a 4% rate cut starting in August (affecting waiver programs for vulnerable patients) as Gov. Beshear blamed the legislature for limited funding, which may force providers to adjust services.

Lock masters at Frankfort's Lock and Dam No. 4 urged boaters to follow safety guidelines, especially as the Fourth of July weekend nears — advising not to pass danger buoys, wait for signals to move, and secure ropes to prevent capsizing.

On June 16, the Frankfort Plant Board unanimously approved rate hikes to cover rising energy and cable TV costs, with a 3.9% electric increase coming on July 1 (raising bills by about $7 to $8) and cable changes set for Aug.

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Mariah Jackson, a Franklin County high school graduate, won the 100-meter hurdles at the Class 2A state championships this spring and was named Traditional Bank Spring Athlete of the Year — she will continue her track and academic career at Kentucky State University next year.

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.

West Sixth Farm Tour

2-3 p.m. — West Sixth Farm — Reservations encouraged — Explore a scenic farm with brews and a peek into the farm's future goals.

2026 Summer Concert Series

6:30 p.m. — Downtown Frankfort Inc — Free entry — Enjoy incredible live music, great food, and vibrant summer nights on the riverfront.