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SOLID WASTE CHRISTMAS SCHEDULE 2025
Republic Services will be operating on a one day delay due to the Christmas holiday. Franklin County residents whose routes normally run on Thursday, December 25, 2025, and Friday, December 26, 2025, will have their collection postponed by one day. Therefore, Thursday...
2025 CHRISTMAS CLOSURE
The Franklin County Fiscal Court administrative offices will be closed on Wednesday, December 24 and Thursday, December 25, 2025 in observance of the Christmas Holiday. We will resume our normal hours on Friday, December 26, 2025 at 8 AM.
KYTC US 127 SURVEY
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is conducting a planning study in west Frankfort to study US 127 between US 60 and I-64. Visit the website (https://arcg.is/1DSOy40) and take a quick survey to let us know what you think.
WREATHS ACROSS AMERICA CEREMONY HELD AT FRANKFORT CEMETERY
On Saturday Michael Mueller, Franklin County Judge Executive attended the National Wreaths Across America Ceremony at the Frankfort Cemetery. According to their website, their mission is to "Remember the fallen. Honor those who serve. Teach the next generation the...
STATEMENT FROM JUDGE MUELLER REGARDING THIS AFTERNOON’S INCIDENT AT KSU
“It is with deep sadness that I must share about the shooting that took place on Kentucky State’s campus this afternoon. I am proud of the combined law enforcement response that brought the suspect quickly into custody.They have identified two victims in this...
CONGRATS TO KENTUCKY UNITED CRICKET CLUB
The Fiscal Court recognized the Kentucky United Cricket Club during its December 3rd meeting. This Frankfort based group has won 3 championships this season. This is considered a rare achievement in the cricket community. The team has competed against 32 teams from...
GOOD LUCK FLYERS!
Good Luck to the Franklin County Flyers Football team tonight as they play in the 2025 Class 4A Championship game. Kickoff is at 8 PM at Kroger Field in Lexington. We encourage as many people to attend the game as possible to support our hometown athletes. Let's go...
SMITHER PROMOTED TO CAPTAIN
Congratulations to Franklin County Fire Department firefighter Micah Smither for being promoted to Captain. A promotional pinning ceremony was held during last night's Fiscal Court meeting.
HAPPY THANKSGIVING
The Franklin County Fiscal Court wishes you a happy Thanksgiving. We are thankful for our citizens who make our community an amazing place to live, work, and play. It is our hope that you have a wonderful day filled with friends, family and gratitude.
THANKSGIVING CLOSURE & SOLID WASTE UPDATE
All county administrative offices will be closed this Thursday, November 27, 2025 and Friday, November 28, 2024 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. We will resume our normal operating hours on Monday, December 1, 2025 at 8 AM. Republic Services waste collection...