Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of July.
Good morning, Frankfort.
🚨 Crime
On July 2, Martin County man James Charles, 60, threatened a social worker by saying he would drop a bomb on Frankfort and was arrested at his home in Lovely—he was charged with first-degree terroristic threatening, his $5,000 bond posted on July 3, and he was ordered to have no contact with the DCBS office.
📰 Economy
Kentucky Power will add a Securitized Surcharge of 6.37% on utility bills to cover costs like storm repairs and plant retirements.
The new charge will remain on bills for 20 years and affect 162,000 customers—saving them an estimated $90 million compared to a 13.13% rise.
🏛️ Government
Kentucky Commissioner of Agriculture Jonathan Shell and 11 agriculture leaders signed a letter supporting USDA's National Farm Security Action Plan to protect American farmland and secure our food supply.
The plan will tighten reporting plus increase penalties under the Agricultural Foreign Investment and Disclosure Act to help keep our food systems safe.
🎉 Frankfort Events
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Frost & Forma Wellness Event
2-6 p.m. — Prodigy Vineyards & Winery — Tickets required — Experience exclusive wellness treatments in an elegant vineyard setting.
Jane Monheit Concert
7:30 PM — Grand Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of jazz vocalist Jane Monheit as she pays tribute to the Great American Songbook.
2025 Downtown Summer Concert Series
6:30 p.m. — Downtown Frankfort Inc — Free entry — Get ready for an unforgettable summer filled with fantastic music and family fun in the heart of downtown Frankfort!
🏠 Frankfort Real Estate
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💼 Frankfort Job Board
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