by staff | Feb 19, 2026 | Fire Department, News
Please contact the Franklin County Fire Department at (502) 695-1617 with questions or if you plan to do any open burning in the County. Despite one of the wettest winters on record, Kentucky’s forest fire hazard season has begun, and forestry personnel hope it will...
by staff | Feb 17, 2026 | News
Contract crews to perform storm drain cleaning operations LOUISVILLE, Ky. (Feb. 17, 2026) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of overnight lane closures on Interstate 64 beginning Sunday, Feb. 22, in Franklin County. The left lanes of I-64...
by staff | Feb 17, 2026 | Solid Waste News
Our annual backyard compost class sign-up link is LIVE! Register here: https://forms.gle/EQA8JVCXgA9S1BRj660 slots available for residents of Frankfort/Franklin County Pre-register and attend the class on March 16th, leave with a free compost bin or tumbler! Must...
by staff | Feb 13, 2026 | Solid Waste News
Week 2 update: Bridgeport Elementary collected 1,943 cans this week Capital Day is in 2nd place with a total of 1,377, then Western Hills with 731 so far. Keep up the great work, Franklin County students!
by staff | Feb 12, 2026 | Solid Waste News
During the first week of February, the Aluminum Can Recycling Drive kicked off even with snowy conditions! Capital Day School is in the lead as of 2/6, with 677 cans, followed by 147 from Second Street, and 105 from Hearn Elementary! Save your beverage cans this...
by staff | Feb 12, 2026 | News
Franklin County Fiscal Court is inviting local non-profit agencies to apply for community grant funding for Fiscal Year 2026–2027 using the official Franklin County Community Grant Application form. When reviewing funding requests, Fiscal Court must be assured that:...
by staff | Jan 27, 2026 | Solid Waste News
An announcement from Republic Services Due to icy conditions and refreezing on area roadways, and with safety as our top priority for both the community and our drivers, we have made the decision to suspend operations on Monday and Tuesday, January 26–27, 2026....
by staff | Jan 26, 2026 | News
It may be cold and snowy; however, summer is just around the corner. This July we will be celebrating the 250 Birthday of the United States of America. Franklin County is busy planning an epic celebration. You don’t want to miss this historic event.The link below will...
by staff | Jan 26, 2026 | Solid Waste News
Franklin County’s Trash 4 Cash application link is now LIVE! Application Form Please be prepared with 3 available weekends in 2026 and your group’s W9 form.
by staff | Jan 25, 2026 | Office Closing Announcements
Franklin County administrative offices will be closed tomorrow, January 26, 2026, due to inclement weather. This includes the Franklin County Courthouse, the Franklin County Clerk’s, Planning & Zoning and Occupational Tax offices. Front line workers and...
