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Saturday, December 13th, 2025
Good morning, Frankfort. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 13th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ David Thompson, who led KPA for 42 years, has announced his planned retirement. The association is now searching for his successor and will accept applications through Dec. 31. Kentucky Today
- ➤ Kentucky newsrooms are testing artificial intelligence in news production. Beth Mann, CEO of Edge Media Group in Cadiz, said her staff reviews AI for research and press release rewrites (some worry it may limit creativity) as local papers adjust their policies. Louisville Public Media
- ➤ Kevin Masters spent a snowy Friday morning shoveling sidewalks for neighbors in Frankfort — a simple act of kindness that helped the community and came before he returned to Access Frankfort Men’s Shelter where he now stays after moving from Chicago. WKYT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Fifth grader Stella Martin from Collins Lane delivered a standout performance as Annie in the Lawrenceburg Children’s Theatre production of Annie Jr. on Friday, Dec. 12, after months of preparation. The State Journal
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Kroger will build a $391 million distribution center in Simpson County (expected to create about 430 full-time jobs) and local leaders praised the move as a boost to the economy. Kentucky Today
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At Westridge Elementary, fourth-grader Cole Cummins won the school’s T-shirt design contest—prompted by a community request—and was named WesBanco Student of the Week on Friday. The State Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Kentucky men’s basketball team held its first full-roster practice on Thursday+ head coach Mark Pope noted players returning from shoulder, ankle and knee injuries. They will face Indiana tomorrow at 7:30 p.m. inside Rupp Arena. WTVQ
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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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Anything But a Brush
11 AM — Paul Sawyier Public Library — No cost — Create art without traditional tools using unconventional materials in a family-friendly environment.
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Noon Year's Eve Celebration
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM — Paul Sawyier Public Library — Free entry — Celebrate the upcoming new year with fun games, crafts, and festive noisemakers for families.
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Vision Board Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Paul Sawyier Public Library — Registration required — Create a visual masterpiece to inspire your goals for the new year.
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Backyard Bird Attraction Workshop
6-7:30 p.m. — Paul Sawyier Public Library — Free entry — Learn how to attract native birds to your backyard from an experienced enthusiast.
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Pom Pom Penguins
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Paul Sawyier Public Library — Free entry — Design your ideal winter companion using everyday materials in a family-friendly craft event.
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