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COUNTY & CITY RECONGIZED AT KSU FOUNDERS’ DAY CONVOCATION
Michael Mueller, Franklin County Judge Executive and Franklin County Sheriff Depp attended the Kentucky State University Founders' Day Convocation this morning at Bradford Hall. The County at City were honored with a resolution in recognition of their support of KSU...
SAP/SOAR PROGRAM AT JAIL CELEBTRATE 1st ANNIVERSARY & SECOND GRADUATING CLASS
This afternoon the jail celebrated the one-year anniversary of SAP/SOAR by honoring 5 new graduates of the program. Judge Mueller spoke to the graduates and their families along with Jailer Hopper, Sheriff Depp and leaders from the Shepherd House. The SAP/SOAR program...
HOMEBASED BAKERY BUSINESSES
We know many folks may be baking and selling treats from home to spread cheer this holiday season! If you live in the county, please check out the flyer for information about local requirements for operating a business from your home! For More information:Call – (502)...
ARGUS GIVES SOLID WASTE PRESENTATION AT CDS
Our new Franklin County KY Solid Waste AmeriCorps Environmental Educator Christine Argus made her first presentation to a school group this morning. Argus talked to the students Capital Day School about our upcoming aluminum can recycling drive. This is the second...
INDOOR AQUATIC & WELLNESS CENTER DESIGN PHASE LAUNCHED
Frankfort, KY – September 30, 2025 – A bold new chapter for health, recreation, and community life in Franklin County is currently underway. The Franklin County Fiscal Court, the City of Frankfort, and the Franklin County Board of Education have entered an historic...
BUFFALO TRACE CELEBRATES 9,000,000th BARREL
This afternoon Buffalo Trace Distillery held a ceremony celebrating their 9,000,000th barrel to come out of production. Michael Mueller, Franklin County Judge Executive, Mayor Layne Wilkerson, and Lt. Governor Jacqueline Coleman joined Sazerac Company CEO Jake Wenz,...
FRANKLIN COUNTY 2025 LEAF COLLECTION
Franklin County Road DepartmentLeaf Vacuum Schedule The Franklin County Road Department will provide street side Leaf Collection Service. The County will be divided in two work zones and each zone will be serviced on certain days. This service will be on...
BURN BAN OF 9/3/25 LIFTED
Michael Mueller, Franklin County Judge Executive, following the the advice of the Franklin County Fire Chief Brian Brewer, is issuing an executive order revoking the burn ban issued on September 3rd, 2025. However, there are still concerns of potential rapid fire...
FALL ’25 HOUSEHOLD HAZERDOUS WASTE EVENT
The fall 2025 Household Hazardous Waste collection will occur on Saturday, October 25th from 8 AM to 12 PM. This event is open to Frankfort and Franklin County residents. Must be prepared to show valid identification. First 500 vehicles. Please stay inside your...
SOAR PARTICIPANTS CLEAN TRASH ALONG VERSAILLES ROAD
Today, participants in the SOAR program Franklin County Jail picked up litter on Versailles road. The SOAR program provides support to inmates who are dealing with mental health and/or substance abuse issues. The Fiscal Court is proud to support innovative programs,...