Good morning, Frankfort.

Bridgeport Christian Church’s Fall Bazaar will be Saturday, Oct.

24 at VFW Post 4075 (102 E. Second Street). The event runs 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and offers crafts, baked goods, music by the Chord Connection, and the Capitol Steppers’ 11:30 a.m. performance; proceeds support community projects and spring scholarships.

At its September board meeting, Traditional Bank approved JC Young and Pat Hargadon as new directors—both began serving in October to support local customers and businesses in Franklin and Shelby counties.

Kentucky farmers are paying much more for fertilizer due to a global conflict that raised urea prices over 30% and added to high diesel costs.

Agriculture Commissioner Schell said the state is exploring local nitrogen projects (in talks with federal officials) to ease growers' expenses.

The Kentucky Department of Education released 2025-26 accountability data on Thursday, Oct.

15 showing students improved in reading scores, graduation rates and postsecondary readiness. Education officials noted that a revised accountability system will take effect next school year — future assessments will not be directly compared with these gains.

Franklin County's girls soccer team lost 5-0 to Great Crossing in the district semifinals at Capitol View Park on Tuesday, Oct.

13, with Kendall Crump scoring four goals and Coral Fox adding one (the Warhawks continue their quest for a sixth straight championship).

Due to Wednesday's heavy rain making the field unplayable, the championship matches for the 41st District soccer tournament are set for today at Capitol View Park with the girls' final beginning at 6 p.m. and the boys' final at 8 p.m.