Good morning, Frankfort.

Today, Liz and Ben Shemwell hosted a birthday box donation and packing party for the Marco Shemwell Foundation—giving local residents a chance to help pack donation boxes and support their charity work.

A drive-by shooting at Kentucky State University early Sunday at 2:35 a.m. injured one person in the head and grazed another’s shoulder, which prompted a campus lockdown+damage to a vehicle and a building while police investigate an outsider.

Kentucky lawmakers introduced Senate Bill 64 — which makes copper theft a Class D felony — to strengthen penalties and protect critical infrastructure.

The bill follows recent theft arrests in Louisville.

On Monday, the National Volunteer Fire Council announced that three volunteer fire departments in Kentucky — Hargett Fire and Rescue in Irvine, Lewisport Volunteer Fire Department, and Sonora Fire Department — will receive $10,000 grants to purchase essential firefighting equipment under the State Farm Good Neighbor Firefighter Safety Program.

On Thursday, the Kentucky Public Transportation Infrastructure Authority said the new I-69 bridge project will connect Henderson and Evansville — the agency approved a financial plan and bi-state agreement with Indiana, and building of the river crossing will take place from 2027 to 2031.

Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman led a group of 21 state attorneys general that urged the DEA on Monday to schedule bromazolam, an unregulated drug linked to nearly 50 deaths in our state and known for its dangerous effects.

Investigators had intercepted a parcel containing 958 pills— a step expected to give law enforcement stronger tools to remove the drug from circulation.

PokéClub Gathering

4:30-5:30 p.m. — Paul Sawyier Public Library — Free entry — Trade cards, battle, and socialize with fellow Pokémon enthusiasts.

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.

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.

Kentucky State Thorobreds vs. Albany State Golden Rams

2-5 p.m. — Alumni Stadium — Watch college football live — Enjoy the excitement of the game as the Thorobreds host the Golden Rams.

Seniors Shine 3K Run Walk

8:15 a.m. — Lakeview Park — Registration fee applies — Celebrate fitness and community with a fun run for seniors benefiting local services.

2025 KSU Third Thursday Thing Pawpaw Field Day

10 AM – 3 PM — KSU Research & Demonstration Farm — Free entry — Explore pawpaw cultivation and management through expert-led tours and tastings.