Good morning, Frankfort.

Commonwealth Credit Union will host a free Shred Day event on Sept.

26 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at its Louisville Road branch at 1425 Louisville Road + residents can shred up to five storage-sized boxes per vehicle + they are encouraged to bring nonperishable food to support the Backpack Snack Program for students in need.

Industry leaders and state officials gathered at Heaven Hill Distillery in Bardstown Tuesday for a bourbon barrel selection and to discuss trade challenges from heavy tariffs and bans.

Senate President Robert Stivers said state lawmakers planned to help the bourbon industry — a key part of the state's economy with record tourism growth.

Fayette County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Demetrus Liggins was sharply criticized by state lawmakers Tuesday over a $16 million budget shortfall and high travel reimbursements.

He said he accepts full responsibility and a special board meeting will be held to authorize an external audit—ensuring clear steps are taken to prevent further waste.

The Just Say Yes prevention coalition hosted the second annual ‘Find Your Yes’ Day at the Franklin County Health Department for sixth graders at the KSU Research Farm — offering more than two dozen free extracurricular activities and a $300 digital Yes Card voucher — to help middle school students explore sports, arts, and outdoor interests.

Frankfort will host its SUN DAY event on Sept.21 from 2-4 p.m. at the Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office at 101 Lakeview Court—workshops, a solar system tour, and exhibits on electric vehicles and a solar campervan will introduce clean energy benefits to local attendees.

A judge dismissed a lawsuit against Gov. Andy Beshear's administration over a kinship caregiver law that helps family members care for children who faced neglect or abuse.

State Auditor Allison Ball said she will issue subpoenas—continuing her investigation as the governor plans to ask lawmakers for funds in his next budget proposal.

Advocates are urging the Kentucky legislature to reexamine Troy's Law—an initiative aimed at addressing changes in state legal procedures—and lawmakers are expected to review the proposal in upcoming sessions.

Tow truck drivers are backing a bill to add rear facing blue lights on tow trucks to boost safety after Troy Caldwell was fatally struck nearly a year ago on I-64 in Bath County.

Bubba Johnson, owner of Bubba's Towing Recovery, led the push at a meeting in Frankfort—where lawmakers including Rep. Richard White will soon review the proposal.

Applications are open for Kentucky State Police cadets as the state seeks recruits to serve communities statewide—especially in rural areas—with candidates required to be at least 21 and hold a high school diploma or GED plus work, college, military or law enforcement experience.

Training lasts 24 weeks or 14 weeks for those with prior law enforcement experience and starts with a base pay of $69,500; troopers will serve on the road for three years before joining specialty units, and applications close in December.

Franklin County’s girls golf team played in two tournaments last week with the Lady Flyers winning the Kentucky 2A State Championship on Monday at Owensboro Country Club.

Mary Clayton Rodgers earned medalist honors — teammate Emerson Bowling finished runner-up and the team will begin the Region 9 tournament on Tuesday, Sept 23.

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.

Carb-Load For A Cause

7-10:30 p.m. — Sig Luscher Brewery — Event fee supports local initiatives — Enjoy a spaghetti dinner and a fun 0.5K run for Frankfort’s youth.