Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 16th of December.
Good morning, Frankfort.
🏘️ Community
On Monday, Dec. 15, members of the American Truck Historical Society, Derby City Chapter donated toys to Frankfort Fire Department's annual toy drive & supported local families.
This annual event continues the chapter's tradition of giving back.
Kentuckians donated over 300,000 pounds of non-perishable food during the annual KSP 'Cram the Cruiser' drive to support local families facing hunger this holiday season.
All 16 posts participated, with Henderson (Post 16) collecting 234,788 pounds.
💼 Business
Kroger will run a statewide Pappy Van Winkle lottery for more than 1,000 bottles at 61 Wine and Spirit Shoppes on Saturday, Dec.
20 from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m.—winners will be drawn on Sunday, Dec. 21 and bottles will be available for purchase starting Dec. 22.
🏛️ Government
New residents must apply for a Kentucky driver’s license within 30 days of moving and transfer their car registration, get new plates & pay taxes while meeting updated REAL ID rules starting in May.
They should visit their regional KYTC office and local county clerk for next steps.
🏥 Health
Federal and state officials confirmed a case of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in a Jessamine County backyard flock.
Officials quarantined the flock and set up a 10-km surveillance zone after depopulation began on Dec. 11 to prevent further spread.
🎉 Frankfort Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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