Good morning, Frankfort.

Farmers and hemp business owners warn a federal ban on CBD products may cut local sales and reduce jobs, and Gov. Beshear urged Congress to act after a funding resolution delayed the planned 2025 ban until December (which could shrink the industry).

Kentucky schools have faced rising online threats and hoax posts as social media + AI tools boost risks, with the FBI advising parents to monitor children’s online activity closely.

Brian Honett, medically retired after 13 years in the Air Force — now a fourth-grade teacher at Collins Lane — teaches science and social studies with service dog Dee by his side.

He earned certification through a Kentucky program and says Dee helps him manage classroom stress.

Educators Katherine Berner of Baker Intermediate in Clark County and Kellie Moses of Garth Elementary in Scott County were honored as teacher of the year on Wednesday — Berner received the middle school accolade and Moses the elementary award, while Molly Seifert of Beechwood was named Kentucky Teacher of the Year.

Kentucky Blood Center is holding a blood drive on Friday, Sept.

11 to address a national shortage — donors at the Frankfort center at 363 Versailles Road will receive a commemorative 'Never Forget' T-shirt while KBC donates $10 per donation to Tunnel to Towers Foundation.

Frankfort High School boys soccer team defeated Carroll County High School 7-1 on Sept.

3 at Capitol View Park, boosting their league standing with the win.

Beverly Metcalf (74) earned seven medals this summer at the Bluegrass State Games and Kentucky Senior Games; she won three golds at the former and three golds plus one silver at the latter by racing in the 50 meter, 100 meter and 200 meter dashes and the long jump.