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Guest columnist: Affordable housing in Franklin County means building the ‘missing middle’

Affordable housing” is one of the most misunderstood issues in Franklin County. Too often, the conversation turns into an argument about large apartment complexes. Apartments have a place in a […] ...
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Guest columnist: Is healthcare a right or a commodity?

When asked his opinion of the healthcare system in the United States, he replied, “America’s healthcare system is neither healthy, caring, nor a system.” He went on to explain that we had a complex, ...
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‘Return to the River:’ Firm explains riverfront plan process

A principal with Sasaki, the planning and design firm selected to develop the Frankfort Riverfront Visioning and Strategic Plan, explained the process for the project at the Board of Commissioners […] ...
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PHOTOS: Franklin County boys basketball takes on Frankfort — Feb. 13, 2026

Franklin County's Bryce Byers and Aaron Jones battle Frankfort's Rajon Floyd for a loose ball during the game Friday at FCHS. The Flyers won 66-55. (Hannah Brown | State Journal) ...
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Local man charged with assault for using ashtray stand as a weapon

A Frankfort man is facing several charges following a physical altercation at a Holmes Street residence on Saturday night. Frankfort Police responded to a domestic disturbance report at 10:21 p.m. […] ...
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Guest columnist: China’s stranglehold on critical minerals now a national crisis

In the 1970s, when OPEC halted oil shipments to the United States, Congress established a “Strategic Petroleum Reserve.” It was an emergency measure to stockpile oil against a future crisis. […] ...
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To pay or not to pay: City leaders weighing trash, recycling options

Over the next month, elected city leaders will have key decisions to make regarding trash and recycling pickup. Currently, the city does not charge for the services, but that may […] ...
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Pairings, schedule set for 41st District basketball tournament

The 41st District basketball tournament will be played next week at F.D. Wilkinson Gymnasium. The tournament starts Monday with the fifth-seeded teams playing the No. 4 seeds. The Frankfort Christian ...
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Son accused of assaulting, threatening mother

A Frankfort mother has accused her son of abusing her while she was in bed. Frankfort Police were called to Frankfort Regional Medical Center early Saturday in reference to a […] ...
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Old Frankfort Fire Department building rescued: Reveal of new apartments to take place during open house on March 5

After working for many years to save the Grand Theatre, Bill Cull is getting ready to reveal the next phase of his latest ...
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Louisville Orchestra to perform free concert at Western Hills High School Feb. 26

The Louisville Orchestra will bring its In Harmony tour to central Kentucky in February 2026 with three free performances in ...
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Franklin County’s Daniels, Pollard qualify for state bowling tournament

Franklin County’s Caleb Daniels and Lillie Pollard have had a solid bowling season, and they’ll be capping it off next week ...