Good morning, Frankfort.

Fitness trainer Pete Gall will run 20 days starting Aug.

18 to raise $25,000 for the Anne Still Foundation to help kids join sports; he reaches Frankfort Aug. 29 and hosts a pizza party at Undisputed Fitness before continuing his run with local support — boosting youth sports.

Blue Grass Energy restored power after Monday's storms left about 3,800 customers in Jessamine, Franklin and Woodford counties without service.

Crews prioritized repairs for hospitals and nursing homes and urged residents to report downed lines by calling 888-546-4243.

Blue Grass Energy is working to restore power to over 3,000 customers in Central Kentucky after overnight storms knocked down trees into power lines.

Crews continue checking for damage & will update customers when they learn more.

The YMCA of Central Kentucky is hosting a Back-to-School rally Saturday, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Commonwealth Credit Union (1425 Louisville Road) in Frankfort to give backpacks and supplies to students and offer music, games, and food for families.

Gov. Beshear ordered state buildings to lower flags — from sunrise to sunset — today in honor of WWII soldier Private Mike McDowell.

A repatriation service is held at 10:30 a.m. at the Kentucky Veterans Cemetery Central in Radcliff.

The Kentucky Department of Agriculture mourns Dale Dobson, a longtime farm safety advocate who led programs that cut annual fatalities from over 50 to fewer than 12 and promoted grain bin rescues plus mental health initiatives.

His legacy continues to guide safety efforts for Kentucky farm families.

At Juniper Hill Aquatic Center, Swim with Purpose is offering free swim lessons & water safety education from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. this week to help reduce drowning risks for local children and adults.

Frankfort Regional Medical Center trauma surgeon Dr. Bryan Shouse advised that students must have up-to-date vaccinations and physical exams before school starts, and he recommends simple measures to prevent heatstroke and hot car incidents.

The guidance comes as back-to-school season reminds caregivers of these requirements for Kentucky students.

A Frankfort mother said her 8-year-old son lost Medicaid benefits and her working family paid over $30,000 out of pocket for vital autism services.

She urged state leaders to protect working families as Medicaid cut discussions continue — a costly challenge for those needing care.

Capital City Museum and Kentucky Wrestling Federation will host a free live wrestling show on Friday at 6 p.m. on St. Clair Street; the event features three title matches and food, drink + Miss Elizabeth merch while Wildwood Bookery offers a wrestling-themed tattoo flash sale nearby.

Kentucky safety Ty Bryant welcomed new changes as he gets ready to play under coach Will Stein and defensive coordinator Jay Bateman, emphasizing leadership and aggressive play.

Bryant, who led the SEC in interceptions in 2025, stressed that personal connection (a key to lasting success) motivates the team’s performance.

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.