Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 15th of July.
Good morning, Frankfort.
Liberty Hall Historic Site will host its free America 250 for Kids Show and Tell event on Tuesday, July 21 at 11 a.m. Families can visit the Orlando Brown House parlor at 202 Wilkinson St. to learn about historic play and share favorite toys along with educational talks.
Tammi Dukes, chair of Kentucky State University’s Board of Regents, was featured on the Influential Women platform for her 30+ years of experience in accounting, internal audit, and risk management.
Since joining the board in 2022, she has guided the university through significant planning, financial, and academic change.
A WKYT list shows that colleges and universities statewide will start fall classes next month, with programs beginning Monday, Aug.
17, Tuesday, Aug. 18, Wednesday, Aug. 19, Monday, Aug. 24, Wednesday, Aug. 26, and Monday, Aug. 31.
Gov. Andy Beshear announced on Tuesday that Kentucky’s Pre-K Pilot Program is expanding to Franklin County Schools and Glasgow Independent Schools for the 2026 to 2027 school year.
The full-day programs will serve nearly 3,000 children and help them start school ready to learn.
Frankfort Regional Medical Center was recognized by the House of Representatives with a Citation of Appreciation for its cardiac rehab program that improves cardiovascular health (Rep. Erika Hancock presented the award).
Junior Joshua Tandy won the men’s division at Juniper Hill on Sunday after a two-hole playoff and defended his title from a win Friday.
Tara Purvis captured the women’s division with a two-day score of 150 and Tandy’s win honors a legacy as his father won 20 years ago.
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.
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