Good morning, Frankfort.

Dr. Thomas Riddle, co-founder of Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital, died at his home on Sept.

20 at age 74. A memorial service—scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 29 at Church of the Ascension in Frankfort—is planned to honor his lasting legacy in Kentucky’s horse industry.

A Lexington Herald-Leader reporter, Alex Acquisto (one of a dozen staff laid off), explained how Eastern Kentucky loses vital local coverage as newspapers shrink and communities rally to preserve news in the area.

She stressed that local journalism informs citizens about government and community issues.

Frankfort Latino Fest runs from noon to 10 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at Lakeview Park, 112 Park Ave, featuring live music, dance, authentic food, family activities & a car giveaway at 5:30 p.m. Sunday.

Happy Jacks Pumpkin Farm will host a Fall Festival on Saturday, Oct.

17 at 966 Hickman Hill Road from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., featuring inflatables, a corn maze, hayrides and a pumpkin patch; admission is $15 per child or $40 per family, with children under 2 free.

State economists projected a 5.7% revenue increase in fiscal 2027 and 0.4% growth in fiscal 2028 amid global uncertainties.

Gov. Beshear said extra funds will support universal preschool and closing the Medicaid gap as lawmakers plan the next budget.

Franklin County’s volleyball team won two recent tournaments and will compete in the Dink Scott Memorial Tournament on Saturday at Montgomery County High School.