Alternative school plans for higher dropout age
The increased dropout age policy that Franklin County has pledged to adopt will affect less than... More
- By Michelle Sokol
Local News
Judge: Wading in creek is not trespassing
People boating, fishing, swimming — and now wading — in Elkhorn Creek are considered... More
- By Lindsey Erdody
UPDATE: Man in serious condition after I-64 crash
A Lexington man is in serious condition after an accident on Interstate 64. The man was... More
- State Journal staff report
Man arrested on pot charges
The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man who was found with 4 pounds of... More
Around Frankfort
Traffic checks coming Sheriff Pat Melton said his office will be conducting periodic traffic... More
Repeat offender in court on drug charges
A man who previously had a drug trafficking charge against him dismissed has been indicted again... More
- By Lindsey Erdody,
Local heroes inspire work for Red Cross fundraising drive
Will Coblin saw the people in his life dedicate themselves to public service while he was growing... More
- By Kay Harrod,
New mechanical CPR device is saving lives
With the help of new technology, emergency responders can bring someone back to life within 30... More
- By Lindsey Erdody
Pay raises proposed for all city employees
City of Frankfort administrators are proposing a 1.5 percent cost-of-living pay increase for all... More
- By Ryan Quinn
It’s spring: Beware of the pushy salesmen
It’s the season for pushy salespeople, and Franklin County residents have already noticed... More
- By Lindsey Erdody
2 Frankfort natives nominated for Tony Awards
Two Frankfort natives have been nominated for Tony Awards, highlighting their work in... More
- State Journal staff report
Practice makes perfect
When asked how she does certain gymnastic moves — or if she can do certain moves at all... More
- By Lindsey Erdody,
Collins wants to raise county worker pay
Franklin County Judge-Executive Ted Collins has proposed a 6.74 percent pay increase for most... More
- By Ryan Quinn,
Republican pick gets 2nd chance at House seat
Lyen Crews, chairman of the Woodford County Republican Party, will face Democratic candidate... More
- By Kevin Wheatley,
Kay files for legislative seat, GOP nominee chosen
FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) - Democrat James Kay II has filed candidacy papers to run for a vacant... More
Grimes gauging public support for early voting
Kentucky's top election official will take a fresh look at lifting restrictions on early... More
- By Roger Alford/Associated Press
Man arrested for armed robbery at intersection
A man with outstanding probation violation warrants allegedly robbed two people at gunpoint... More
- State Journal staff report
Woman accused of abandoning puppy appears in court
The woman who allegedly abandoned a 5-week-old puppy last month was arraigned Tuesday... More
- State Journal staff report
Car runs over guardrail on Thornhill Bypass
A blue Dodge Charger ran off the side of Wilkinson Boulevard and over the guardrail into a cliff... More
- State Journal staff report
Democrats tap attorney to run for Rollins’ seat
James Kay II, chairman of the Woodford County Democratic Party, will run to fill the vacancy in... More
- By Kevin Wheatley,
U.S. 127 roadwork may tie up traffic
Prepare for lane closures and delays near the U.S. 127 South and East-West Connector intersection... More
- State Journal Staff Report,
Courthouse back to normal after bomb threat
After a bomb threat caused the temporary Franklin County courthouse to be evacuated for about an... More
- State Journal Staff Report,
Hills track star is UK bound
As a fifth-grader, Alisha Adair was interested in soccer, but at the urging of her family she... More
- By Linda Younkin,
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