Good morning, Frankfort.

The Fancy Farm Picnic on August 1 has a new speaker lineup that includes Lt. Governor Jacqueline Coleman, State Senator Jason Howell, Representative Kim Holloway, Congressman James Comer, John Drew Williams, Attorney General Russell Coleman and Commissioner Jonathan Shell (with Dave Baker hosting).

On Saturday, the Franklin County Fair Special Needs Pageant at Capital City Christian Church brought 32 contestants to the stage for an afternoon full of laughter, honoring Leigh Ann Fallis with a special No. 3 spot while awarding crowns, sashes and trophies.

Georgetown College recognized 277 students on the Dean’s List for the Spring term after earning at least 12 credit hours and a minimum 3.7 GPA.

Frankfort students (Larry Arnett, Monya Atha, and Kaylee Baker) are among the honorees.

Frankfort Independent Schools start classes on Monday, Aug.

3 while other Kentucky districts begin from Aug. 4 to Aug. 27. Families should check their local calendars to plan for the new school year.

UK is leading a pilot program that tests performance-based cash incentives to boost statewide kindergarten readiness.

Collin Shepley will form a study group — experts in early childhood care — to design a system that measures the program’s impact across varied settings.

Three local students are interning at the Kentucky Department of Agriculture this summer as part of their educational journey.

The group includes Zoie Anglin + senior at University of Kentucky, Sierra Morris + sophomore at Abraham Baldwin Agriculture College, and Stephen Lemon + freshman at University of Kentucky.

Frankfort Regional Medical Center was recognized by the Kentucky House with a Citation of Appreciation for its certified cardiac rehabilitation program — noted for helping patients regain strength and improve heart health — during the 2026 Regular Session.

Kentucky health officials are investigating 100 cases of cyclosporiasis statewide, with 61 confirmed, as residents are urged to follow food-safety guidelines to reduce infection risks.

Public health experts say proper cleaning of produce and regular handwashing help manage symptoms such as diarrhea and fatigue.

Former UK head coach Tubby Smith has been named to the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2026 — he will be formally enshrined on Oct.

22 at the College Basketball Experience in Kansas City.

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.