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Wednesday, November 19th, 2025
Good morning, Frankfort. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Buffalo Trace Distillery will host its 27th annual Holidays at the Trace from Dec. 4-31—guests can enjoy light trail experiences, cocktail events for adults, a drive-through light show, and extended gift shop hours. Reservations for the Light Trail Experience opened Nov. 18 at 10 a.m. The State Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bridgeport Christian Church will host a readers theatre performance of A Christmas Carol, adapted by local playwright Stephen Taylor, on Dec. 7 at 3 p.m. at 175 Evergreen Road. A reception will follow in the church Fellowship Hall + donations are welcome for the BCC Blessing Box ministry. The State Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On May 6, Frankfort Independent Schools Superintendent Dr. Sheri Satterly proposed that Frankfort High move from the 11th Region to the 8th Region—she soon learned the KHSAA Board of Control voted 13—3 to deny the request for geographic consistency. Satterly expressed disappointment and argued her data-driven case did not match the board's decision. The State Journal
- ➤ Frankfort Independent Schools was awarded a $100,000 federal grant from the DOJ Office of Community Oriented Policing Services through the FY25 School Violence Prevention Program — the funding recognizes the district's efforts to boost school safety for students and staff. Superintendent Dr. Sheri Satterly said the grant will be used to upgrade security measures — ensuring a safer learning environment. The State Journal
- ➤ The Kentucky Department of Education released its 2024-2025 Assessment and Accountability results this week to measure public school district performance. The report uses a color-coded system (red, orange, yellow, green, blue) to compare indicators with last year (focusing on proficiency levels and readiness) and inform local education strategies. LINK nky
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Refugees in Kentucky lost their SNAP benefits when the Big Beautiful Bill ended a long-standing food help on July 4, affecting about 7,000 people and leading many to rely on a food pantry in Bowling Green—officials worry that supplies may soon run low. The law now stops both current users and new applicants from receiving food assistance. Louisville Public Media
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Cancer patients, survivors and advocates will mark the American Cancer Society’s 49th annual Great American Smokeout on Thursday—urging lawmakers to increase funding for tobacco prevention to $4 million annually and use JUUL settlement funds for quitting help, as smoking remains Kentucky’s leading preventable cause of death with over 8,000 lives lost each year. Kentucky Today
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Franklin County's defense shined in Friday’s playoff game against Valley as Nick Reynolds of FCHS made 11 tackles with two sacks to secure a 48-20 win — he was named Traditional Bank Athlete of the Week. The Flyers will host North Oldham in the regional championship game Friday at 7:30 p.m. — their win improved their record to 12-0. The State Journal
- ➤ Kentucky State’s football team earned its first-ever NCAA DII playoff bid after an eight-game winning streak—now the Thorobreds will face third-seed Newberry College on Saturday at 1 p.m. in Newberry, South Carolina for a spot in the championship. The State Journal
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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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The Nutcracker by Kentucky Dance Academy
7 p.m. — Grand Theatre — Tickets available through KY Dance Academy starting December 2nd — Experience the magical journey of The Nutcracker as it unfolds with dance and storytelling.
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