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Friday, November 14th, 2025
Good morning, Frankfort. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 14th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Candlelight Weekend kicked off in downtown Frankfort on Thursday with a grand tree lighting, festive music, and family activities presented by Commonwealth Credit Union. The three-day event continues through Saturday — with horse carriage rides, photo opportunities with Santa, and holiday shows planned for today and the coming days. The State Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Katy Redmon, a second-grade teacher at Collins Lane, was named the Franklin County Schools' Staff Champion of the Month at Monday’s board meeting—her third year at CLE saw her build a classroom focused on respect and positive learning and her parents were there to support her. The State Journal
- ➤ Frankfort High and Second Street School were awarded Family Friendly Schools Certification by the Prichard Committee for Academic Excellence for the fourth straight year, showing strong partnerships with families + community groups. A review by families, teachers, and community organizations confirmed the schools met standards for open communication and shared decision-making. The State Journal
- ➤ Franklin County Farm Bureau received a 2025 KFB Educational Mini-Grant to build two book barns for local elementary schools, a project funded through the Kentucky Farm Bureau Women’s Program (offering grants up to $500). Farm Bureaus in Fulton, Gallatin, Hopkins, Lawrence, and Oldham were also awarded one of six grants (a boost to agricultural literacy) announced on November 13. The State Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Agriculture Commissioner Jonathan Shell encouraged college students to apply for KDA's summer internship program (June to August) and gain hands-on work experience in agriculture and related fields. He also introduced a new legal fellowship for law students with digital applications due (Jan. 1) that will build skills in state government work. Kentucky Today
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2025 Frankfort Christmas Parade
6-8 p.m. — Downtown Frankfort Inc — Free entry — Experience the wonder of lights, music, and holiday characters at the 77th Annual Christmas Parade.
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Asleep At The Wheel Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Grand Theatre — Cost Not Specified — Celebrate over 50 years of American roots music with Grammy-winning band Asleep at the Wheel.
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