Glenn Waldrop had originally decided that he would retire from his position in state government in November and see his son graduate high school before he would take on another job. When Downtown Frankfort Inc. Executive Director Kelly Everman announced her departure, Waldrop’s plans changed.
The following property transfers were filed at the Franklin County Courthouse in November.
Following a warehouse fire this summer that caused bourbon to spill into the Kentucky River, Jim Beam Brands Co. will pay fines to the state of Kentucky.
William “Bill” Alverson has announced that he will retire at the end of the year as chief executive officer for Traditional Bank, which expanded into Frankfort in 2018.
Franklin County’s residential real estate market has improved significantly in the past year.
Now in its second year, Frankfort High School’s Jobs for America’s Graduates program is helping students find a multitude of opportunities for postgraduate paths.
Nearly a year ago, Frankfort residents Karl Lawrence and Kevin Newton announced plans to open a pub in downtown Frankfort by spring 2019.
Franklin County’s Kentucky Capital Development Corporation recently received a $2,000 investment from the Lexington-Bluegrass Association of Realtors (LBAR), according to a press release.
Perhaps you remember one of his motels, or his Dairy Freeze with an accompanying trampoline park. Perhaps he sodded your lawn. Maybe, you live in one of the 18 houses he built.
A Frankfort restaurateur is recovering from a Sunday crash on Louisville Road.
The following property transfers were filed in September at the Franklin County Courthouse:
After over two years in business, Brothers’ Little Mart closed last week.
A Franklin County resident was recently appointed to the Kentucky Board of Agriculture by Gov. Matt Bevin.
Jamie Cason thought moving his mom, Lynn. from Tennessee to his home in Kentucky would help him care for her after her stroke. But they soon realized it wasn’t enough. She needed to have someone with her during the day – and both Jamie and his wife work full time.
A rainy morning didn’t stop shoppers from checking out downtown establishments on Small Business Saturday.
Earlier this year, a landmark South Frankfort business closed. Now, residents are looking for an alternative place to buy their groceries.
The Governor's School for Entrepreneurs is accepting applications for the 2020 program.
Tracy Averill and Ralph LeCompte, the owners of the Silo Ridge Wood Shop, recently had their work on display with hundreds of artists at a premier art show in Louisville.
The following property transfers were filed in July at the Franklin County Courthouse:
The Frankfort office of Republic Bank officially became Limestone Bank on Monday.
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Frankfort residents gathered in front of the Old State Capitol for a town tradition Thursday evening — marking the first day of the 2019 Candlelight.
The area's tourism agency recently received a state award.
Editor's note: This story was updated at 8 p.m. Wednesday with comments from state and city officials and the developer.
According to a recent report, finances continue to be one of the major issues that affects relationships. There are all sorts of problems that can have a negative impact on trust and the healthiness of a relationship, but finances have been a major bone of contention for many decades, with a…
In death, you no longer have to part with your favorite bourbon or wine.
It’s the fall of 2019 and holiday season is approaching. You may be thinking if this is the right time to invest or save your money for the later. It may or may not be the right time to invest but one thing is certain. In order to grow, you need to increase your capital and for that you need…
The following property transfers were filed in June at the Franklin County Courthouse:
For many young inventors – and older ones – who are entering the world of inventions for the first time, it can be difficult to know what to do. You have a fantastic idea burning inside you, but you have no idea what to do with it – that can be extremely frustrating.
“It’s crazy, but it’s worth it,” said Ruby Compton as she waited in line to buy a box of candles at the Candleberry Co. warehouse early Friday morning.
The City of Frankfort recently named Lexington-based insurance agency Roeding Insurance as its new broker, ending a 54-year business relationship with Chenault and Hoge Insurance of Frankfort.
Downtown Frankfort Inc. and the Bourbon on the Banks festival are set to enter a shared services agreement.
After West Main Street’s Pollo Bandido closed its doors in September, the owners of Riverboat Grill didn’t hesitate to seize the opportunity to put a new restaurant into the space.
The following property transfers were filed in May at the Franklin County Courthouse:
Downtown Frankfort Inc. could move in the near future.
When you are looking to invest in the modern world it is important to do as much as you can to get the best possible ROI. Money is tighter than ever these days, so it is important to make the choices that are going to allow you to bring in additional income and help you feel a little more fi…
The state's decision on whether to accept a Hazard developer's bid for former Capital Plaza property in downtown Frankfort was postponed again Friday.
Robert E. Cox has been appointed vice president, commercial banker and team lead for the WesBanco Inc. Bourbon region, which includes Franklin County.
The following property transfers were filed in April at the Franklin County Courthouse:
New Frankfort Development LLC has big plans for Parcels B and C, the former Capital Plaza property, if its bid is accepted by the state Finance and Administration Cabinet on Friday.
Art’s Electric, a mainstay in the Frankfort community for nearly 50 years, has announced a name change and a new location to go along with its new identity.
For every Kentuckian, there’s two barrels of bourbon aging in the state.
Mother Nature is packing a one, two punch. First the rain, then the cold.
The following property transfers were filed in March at the Franklin County Courthouse:
Will the lone bid be accepted for Parcels B and C, the former Capital Plaza land that community and state leaders hope to see redeveloped and put on the tax rolls as a catalyst for downtown revitalization?
Frankfort Mayor Bill May’s brother-in-law is in business with the lone bidder on Parcels B and C, the former Capital Plaza property that state and local officials hope to redevelop as the catalyst for downtown revitalization.
State Journal reporters take to the streets for this weekly feature in which we ask for your opinions on a variety of topics — some weighty, some light.
Many locals were stunned to learn that two parcels of prime downtown Frankfort real estate received only a single offer of $1,000 during Wednesday’s sealed bid opening at the newly dedicated Mayo-Underwood Building. However, supporters of downtown revitalization are grateful a developer is w…
An upbeat crowd packed the front foyer of the new Mayo-Underwood Building for its official dedication on Wednesday.
At a Wednesday bid opening, only one bid for nearly 12 acres of former Capital Plaza property in downtown Frankfort was announced.
Editor's note: This story was updated at 9:55 a.m. Oct. 17 to correct the name of Kentucky Capital Development Corp. Director Terri Bradshaw.
