heARTworks Event Unveils Transformative Murals at Yes Arts

Yes Arts just unveiled 7 stunning murals that were created through a collaboration between their organization, participants from Franklin County Drug Court and the Frankfort Police Department. Be sure to check out these new murals on the Conway side of the Yes Arts...

Capital Plaza Hotel Redevelopment

This morning a press conference was held by Governor Andy Beshear at the Capital Plaza Hotel. It was announced that developers Todd Underhill, Robert Astorino, and Russ Salsman have an agreement to purchase the property. Their plans include a major interior and...

2023 International Festival

The Inaugural Franklin County International Festival at Lakeview Park was a roaring success. We thank the participants, vendors, performers and volunteers for their hard work today in making this special event happen. It was a fabulous showcase of the many cultures...

NATIONAL SCHOOL BUS WEEK 2023

October 16th through 20th is National School Bus week. Nearly every day, millions of children across the United States line up to ride the bus to school. The school bus is one of the safest modes of transportation, but illegal school bus passing poses a significant...

Fall Scrap Metal Collection 2023

It is that time of the year for Franklin County Conservation District metal recycling. Funds raised go toward college scholarships for students in our community. Fall Scrap Metal CollectionLakeview ParkThursday, Friday, and SaturdayOctober 19-21, 2023

2023 COUNTY LEAF VACUUM SCHEDULE

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...

ACTIVITY CENTER HOSTS HEALTH & WELLNESS FAIR

The Capital City Activity Center/Meals on Wheels Greater Frankfort held a health and wellness fair for their members last Friday. Vendors included pharmacies, law firms, medical providers, and nursing homes. The event was a huge success and they are planning to host...

FCSO FISHING DERBY

The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office held its annual fishing derby this morning at the Game Farm Pond. Area children were paired up with mentors, including Sheriff’s Deputies, for a time of fun and festivities. The purpose of this event was to learn more about fishing...

60×30 LEARNING COMMUNITY KICKOFF

The National Center for Families Learning, in partnership with the Fiscal Court, Thorn Hill Education Center, Franklin County Schools, and Frankfort Independent Schools, hosted their kickoff event for the new 60X30 Community Learning initiative on Friday morning,...