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SALVATION ARMY ANGEL TREE & HOLIDAY FOOD ASSISTANCE REGISTRATION
The Frankfort Salvation Army will begin taking applications for their Angel Tree and Holiday Food Assistance program in October. The Angel Tree serves children from birth through age 12 on Christmas day. Applications will be open from October 1st through 15th or until...
National Hispanic American Month
September 15 to October 15 is National Hispanic American Heritage Month. Today, we take the time to pay tribute to the generations of Hispanic Americans who have positively influenced and enriched our nation and society. National Hispanic Heritage Month traditionally...
FCSO DETECTIVE AWARDED MEDAL OF VALOR
Judge Mueller and the Franklin County Fiscal Court congratulate Detective Jamie Watson from the Sheriff’s office. He was recognized by the Kentucky Sheriff's Association and awarded the Medal of Valor for his actions in life-saving measures. On October 28th, 2022,...
Labor Day Trash Schedule
Central Kentucky Hauling Trash and Recycling Service: Closed on Labor Day – All collection routes will run one day behind. Monday routes will run on TuesdayTuesday routes will run on WednesdayWednesday routes will run on ThursdayThursday routes will run on...
Labor Day 2023 Office Closure
All county administrative offices will be closed on Monday, September 4th, 2023, in observance of the Labor Day holiday. We will resume our normal operating hours at 8 AM on Tuesday, September 5th, 2023.
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...