Good morning, Frankfort.

CASA of the Bluegrass is accepting applications for its remaining CASA volunteer training classes scheduled for August and November.

The five-week sessions equip local volunteers with skills to advocate for children in foster care across Franklin, Mercer, Anderson and Boyle counties.

Kentucky State University has begun exterior renovations at the Dr. William H.

Exum Center — front entrances are closed and side entrances remain open — as workers install new doors, windows, a canopy, and cladding to preserve the building.

Franklin County Solid Waste launched an eco-friendly project yesterday that lets community members turn plastic waste into ecobricks (bottles filled with cleaned plastic) for a planter at Lakeview Park.

Completed bottles can be dropped off at the fiscal court building on Main St.

Kentucky Secretary of State Michael Adams announced the Kentucky Time Capsule Project to celebrate America's 250th anniversary.

The modified bourbon barrel time capsule will collect local contributions and travel across the state, starting at Somerset Community College's Master Musicians Festival from July 6-19 before visiting the State Fair.

After the rollback of conditional pardons on July 1, Kentuckians must now purchase legal medical cannabis in state — patients report steep price differences compared to nearby states, and advocates expect costs to drop as new processing facilities open.

Kentucky health officials reported a rise in Cyclospora cases with 67 infections (nearly double the typical yearly count) recorded from June 14 to July 2.

The parasite causes watery diarrhea and stomach cramps so locals are urged to wash hands and food carefully.

Buffalo Trace Distillery is hosting Camp Buffalo Trace for guests 21+ on Aug.

29 and Sept. 5, featuring bourbon education, hands-on workshops, and fun competitions including the Whiskey Woodcraft Workshop. Attendees must enter the online sweepstakes starting July 14 to win a day camp-only or overnight experience.

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.

Davina and The Vagabonds

7:30 p.m. — Grand Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience a high-energy performance from Davina Sowers and the Vagabonds, blending jazz and retro influences.