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Tuesday, August 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Frankfort. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Clyde R. Endicott pleaded not guilty in Federal Court in Frankfort after being indicted on multiple counts of conspiracy to distribute meth across Breathitt, Magoffin and Wolfe Counties between June 2023 and June 2025 (he is also charged on additional counts for incidents in 2024 and 2025 and for prior firearm possession) and his jury trial will begin October 9 in Lexington. WKYT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Franklin County Schools are working to hire five bus drivers & monitors as the new school year begins in about a week. Transportation director Brad McKinney said retirements & moves have left openings and staff may be reassigned if a bus encounters problems. FOX 56
- ➤ Local college students preparing for a career in the horse industry received KEEP scholarships last month for training at Kentucky Horseshoeing School in Richmond—helping to ease financial burdens as many experienced farriers near retirement. LEX 18
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State politicians from the Kentucky House Majority Caucus plan to create a new division within the Alcoholic Beverage Control that will regulate non-alcoholic intoxicants including cannabis-infused beverages. The proposal calls for extra regulations + added staffing and funding to manage the growing market. WKYT
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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!
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Edible Art for Kids
4:30-5:30 p.m. — Paul Sawyier Public Library — Free entry — Create a masterpiece that looks almost too good to eat in this fun art program for young kids.
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Gathering of Authors 2025
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Paul Sawyier Public Library — Free entry — Connect with local authors, explore new releases, and enjoy a literary gathering in a cozy atmosphere.
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Frankfort Fall Festival
All Day — Frankfort Chamber Of Commerce — Admission details TBA — Celebrate fall with local crafts, food vendors, and family-friendly activities in Frankfort.
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