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Friday, November 8th, 2024

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Good morning, Frankfort. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of November.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • K9 Officer Tony Catania was named Frankfort Police Department's Officer of the Month for October due to his exceptional service and dedication.  LEX 18

CRIME NEWS

  • Former Kentucky health services employee Brittany Joyce May was sentenced to 36 months for stealing $444,663.77 through wire fraud and identity theft.  FOX 56

ECONOMY NEWS

  • The Bluegrass Multimodal Freight Improvement Project, a $12.3 million initiative to modernize Kentucky's railway infrastructure supported by a $7.4 million federal grant, began with a groundbreaking ceremony in Frankfort.  Kentucky Today

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • RIP is organizing a work party to eliminate invasive plants at East Frankfort Park this Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon.  The State Journal

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • By May 7, 2025, all Kentuckians aged 18 and older must have a REAL ID or another approved ID for domestic air travel and access to certain federal facilities.  Kentucky Today
  • Senator Cassie Chambers Armstrong presents research to Kentucky legislative committee, highlighting disparities in domestic violence protective order cases between urban and rural courts.  WKYT
  • In his final State of the Judiciary speech, retiring Kentucky Supreme Court Chief Justice Laurence B. VanMeter detailed the launch of a new computerized Case Management System for 2027, emphasized the need to increase juror compensation, and introduced his successor, Justice Debra Hembree Lambert.  Kentucky Today

HEALTH NEWS

  • A new law in Kentucky, supported by the Kentucky Fire Commission and firefighters' advocates, aims to fund cancer screenings for firefighters, acknowledging their increased risk of cancer due to exposure to hazardous substances.  LEX 18

EVENTS

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  • 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

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  • 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

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  • The Guardians Quartet Concert

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

    Thu, 11/14/24

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  • 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

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  • Kentucky Book Group & Nonfiction Discussion Group Meeting

    Engage in a thought-provoking discussion about 'Lexington' by Kim Wickens with fellow book enthusiasts.

    Thu, 11/21/24

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  • Meet Tim and Nicki Farmer: Cookbook Signing Event

    Join Tim and Nicki Farmer for a festive gathering where you can purchase cookbooks and unique cooking merchandise for the holidays.

    Sat, 11/23/24

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  • 29th Annual Thanksgiving Walk of Awareness

    Experience a meaningful walk that raises funds and awareness for the ACCESS Soup Kitchen & Men’s Shelter, providing critical services to those in need in Frankfort.

    Thu, 11/28/24

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  • Frankfort Frosty 5K Run

    Experience a festive day of running and community events at the Frankfort Frosty 5K, including a fun dash for kids and virtual participation options.

    Sun, 12/1/24

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  • Weekly Sunday Worship Service at Faith Victory Church

    The event features a live broadcast of the weekly Sunday Worship Service from Faith Victory Church World Distribution Center in Frankfort, Kentucky.

    Sun, 12/8/24

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