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FRANKLIN COUNTY INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL IS SEEKING VENDORS, PERFORMERS & SPONSORS
Franklin County is hosting an International Festival at Lakeview Park on Saturday, October 14, 2023, between 4 PM and 8 PM. This event will celebrate the rich and diverse cultures that can be found in Franklin County and around the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Our state...
NEW SOLID WASTE COORDINATOR & GRANTS ADMINISTRATOR TOUR COMPOST FACILITY
Newly appointed Solid Waste Coordinator Ally Hall and Grants Administrator Tammy West toured the county animal composting facility earlier this week. The tour was led by Environmental Code Enforcement Officer Will Cunningham who is in charge of operations at the site....
SIMON HOUSE FAMILY RESOURCE FAIR & GIVEAWAY
The Simon House of Kentucky is hosting a Family Resource Fair and Giveaway event on Friday, September 8th, and Saturday, September 9th. The occasion will feature Face painting, balloon animals, kid's activities, free haircuts, community resources, and other...
JOB OPENING: LIGHT EQUIPMENT OPERATOR/TRUCK DRIVER
LIGHT EQUIPMENT OPERATOR/TRUCK DRIVERTWO POSITIONS AVAILABLE $17.90 to $21.00 Per Hour Franklin County Government is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Light Equipment Operator/Truck Driver. Duties include: Operate light automotive, power equipment,...
EXCESSIVE HEAT CONTINUES 8/25
Another day of excessive heat for our area, with heat indices up to 111° expected in the warning area. Franklin County remains under a HEAT ADVISORY until 8/25/2023 at 11:00 PM. The forecast high for our community today is 94 degrees with the heat index reaching an...
HEAT CONTINUES THROUGH FRIDAY 8/25
Franklin County will be in a Heat Advisory from 8/24/2023 12:00 PM to 8/25/2023 11:00 PM. Today’s high is forecast to reach 94 degrees with the heat index reaching 107. This extreme heat can especially impact vulnerable populations such as the elderly, children, and...
HEAT THREAT TODAY 8/23/23
Franklin County remains just outside of the heat advisory zone today. Today’s high is forecast to reach 90 degrees with the heat index reaching 97. Taking heat safety precautions this week will be necessary. The following locations are available as cooling centers:...
HEAT WAVE CONTINUES
The heat wave continues today through Friday. High temperatures will be in the 90s each day this week. Heat indices will be around 105F within the warning area, with some rural areas exceeding 105F. Areas east of the warning area will stay around 100F. Franklin County...
KY 1665 Closure in Franklin County
A contractor will be demoing an I-64 overpass bridge. LOUISVILLE, Ky. (Aug. 22, 2023) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of the closure of KY 1665 (Evergreen Road) from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. through Thursday, August 24, in Franklin County. The...
Heat Advisory: August 21st, 2023
Franklin County is currently under a heat advisory until 9 PM tonight. This extreme heat can impact vulnerable populations such as the elderly, children, and people with chronic illnesses. It is important that everyone drink plenty of water to stay hydrated and seek...