Good morning, Frankfort.

The YMCA of Central Kentucky will host the Black Cat Chase 3K at 7 p.m. Friday in downtown Frankfort—registration is still open—and costumed runners are expected to join in the Halloween celebration.

Franklin County Health Department’s Just Say Yes Coalition is helping local sixth through eighth graders get a $300 Yes Card to cover afterschool program costs, a contrast to the expensive and inaccessible programs reported by a new survey.

Youth trained by Yes Card partners will perform dance, music, art and more at the Just Say Yes Showcase at the Grand Theatre on Nov. 4 at 6:30 p.m.—a partnership featuring local agencies and award announcements to honor prevention efforts.

On Friday, Franklin County crowned homecoming king Caden Kapustey and queen Aubri Robinson during halftime at the Flyers football game against Western Hills.

Toyota Kentucky awarded $1.9 million in grants to 40 nonprofits in Central Kentucky—supporting STEM education and workforce readiness for future jobs.

The company has a long history of community investment and partners with groups such as Junior Achievement to prepare students for real-world careers.

Three Kentucky school systems are being awarded for using locally grown produce in school meals to mark National Farm to School Month; Jackson Independent Schools received $10,000—Mercer County Public Schools got $8,000 and Barren County Public Schools got $6,000.

The funds must be spent on local food for the 2025-26 school year and come from farm license plate donations, supporting our state’s commitment to local agriculture.

The National Weather Service confirmed an EF‑1 tornado touched down Sunday in central Ky.—No further details were provided.

Governor Andy Beshear allocated an extra $9 million for the senior meal program — most seniors will continue receiving free hot meals through next June.

Lawmakers had pushed to prevent cuts after the program spent more than planned and federal dollars ran out.

The DEA announced that its 29th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day will take place Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at police stations, health departments, and pharmacies—collecting only tablets, capsules, patches, and other solid forms of medication.

Health experts revised allergy recommendations for children today to help lower the risk of severe reactions—local clinics plan to adopt the updated guidelines.

Frankfort High won both boys and girls team titles at the county cross country championships last week at the Kentucky Department for Libraries and Archives over a 3,000 meter race.

Jamie Bessinger won the girls race in 13:07.61 and Eli Marshall won the boys race in 10:53.32 (FHS was the only school with a full girls team).

Franklin County's senior Jessica Spalding set a new career assist record with 1,636 assists and was named Traditional Bank Athlete of the Week—she surpassed the previous mark of 1,566 assists—and helped lead her team in the tournament match on October 21.

She tallied 446 assists this season while running the offense as her team adjusted after losing key player Sophie.

Van Morrison Tribute by Van the Band

7:30-9 p.m. — Grand Theatre — Tickets available — Enjoy the music of Van Morrison with classics like Brown Eyed Girl and Moondance for a night to remember.