Daily Frankfort Logo Daily Frankfort

Saturday, October 19th, 2024

SHARE
SPONSORED BY
Advertiser Logo

Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Frankfort.

Good morning, Frankfort. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Bubba's Towing and Recovery is advocating for 'Troy's Law' to enhance roadside safety for tow truck operators in memory of Troy Caldwell, who was tragically killed on duty.  LEX 18
  • Governor Andy Beshear has ordered flags at all state buildings to be flown at half-staff on October 21 to honor U.S. Army Sergeant 1st Class Raymond E. Hall, a Kentucky soldier whose remains were identified in May 2024, following his death in the Korean War in July 1950.  LEX 18

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Over 100 Kentucky electric line workers continue to aid in restoring power in Georgia and North Carolina three weeks after Hurricane Helene caused catastrophic damage.  Kentucky Today

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Franklin County Clerk's Office received a clean audit report with no compliance issues or material weaknesses noted.  The State Journal
  • Kentucky Public Radio provides a comprehensive voter guide for the 2024 general election, detailing contested races, amendments, and medical marijuana ballot questions across the state.  Louisville Public Media

HEALTH NEWS

  • In 2024, calls to the Kentucky gambling help hotline spiked, particularly after sports betting was legalized, noting a significant rise in gambling-related issues.  WKYT

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Sunday Morning Worship at Faith Victory Church

    Experience a lively and engaging Sunday Morning Worship Service broadcast live from the Faith Victory Church World Distribution Center in Frankfort, Kentucky.

    Sun, 10/20/24

    View event
  • Live Music Performance by D Boone Pittman

    Experience an evening of captivating music with singer/songwriter D Boone Pittman at POURter's in Frankfort, KY.

    Fri, 10/25/24

    View event
  • Downtown Frankfort Halloween Celebration

    Experience an enchanting evening of family-friendly Halloween festivities in a safe and joyful environment at Downtown Frankfort Inc.

    Sat, 10/26/24

    View event
  • Family-Friendly Trick-or-Treating and Costume Parade at Eckert's Orchard

    Experience a fun-filled afternoon of trick-or-treating and a costume parade at Eckert's Orchard, complete with treats and playground access for all ages.

    Sun, 10/27/24

    View event
  • Frankfort Anime-Fest 2024: Kentucky's Premier Anime Convention

    Experience a vibrant celebration of anime and pop culture at the Frankfort Anime-Fest, featuring a diverse array of fandoms for collectors and enthusiasts alike.

    Sat, 11/2/24

    View event
  • 2024 Candlelight Weekend Celebration

    Experience the festive transformation of historic downtown Frankfort with activities, holiday shopping, and the annual Christmas tree lighting featuring Santa.

    Thu, 11/7/24

    View event
  • 2024 Candlelight Weekend Celebration

    Experience the magic of the holiday season as historic downtown Frankfort transforms into a festive wonderland during the Candlelight Weekend.

    Sat, 11/9/24

    View event
  • Sunday Morning Worship at Faith Victory Church

    Experience a vibrant weekly worship service broadcast live from Faith Victory Church World Distribution Center in Frankfort, Kentucky.

    Sun, 11/10/24

    View event
  • The Guardians Quartet Concert

    Experience an evening of harmonious music with the talented Guardians Quartet at Sand Spring Baptist Church.

    Thu, 11/14/24

    View event
  • Caroline Cobb Live at Buck Run Baptist Church

    Experience the music of Caroline Cobb at Buck Run Baptist Church in Frankfort.

    Fri, 11/15/24

    View event

REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.

JOB BOARD

SUBMIT JOB

No new job posts today. You can submit one here.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

SUBMIT

No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.

A Budget-Friendly Golf Rangefinder with Premium Features

The REVASRI NK‑1000 rangefinder is a surprisingly capable option for golfers who want accuracy without spending a fortune. 

Priced under $50, it includes features like slope adjustment, flag-lock with vibration feedback, and a rechargeable USB-C battery. Plus, it’s compact and lightweight, easily locks onto targets, and seamlessly switches between yards and meters. It’s a great pick for casual or new golfers looking for reliable performance at a wallet-friendly price point.

Bonus: Shop more top-rated and best-selling golf products.

Get started with The Buy today

Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Frankfort.

TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

A happy person isn't someone who's happy all the time. It's someone who effortlessly interprets events in a way that benefits them.

Know who said this? Send us an email!

Reveal the author
About Daily Frankfort

Welcome to the Daily Frankfort, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Frankfort, Kentucky community. If you like the Daily Frankfort, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Frankfort.

Advertising Opportunities

Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Frankfort and across Kentucky. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.

Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.

Community, delivered

Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.

You can unsubscribe at any time.

Subscribe to Daily Frankfort

A free Frankfort community newsletter.

Daily local news
We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
6AM City
A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.

© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here