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• Police, fire blotter (Nov. 3)

  05-11-2026 05:34 via State-Journal
  
  The following calls were received by the Frankfort Police Department, Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, Frankfort Fire and EMS and Franklin County Fire Department on Tuesday:
  • At 9:56 a.m., city firefighters and EMS conducted a fire investigation on East Main Street near Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard.
  • At 12:52 p.m., officers took a theft report on Compton Drive. A caller reported mail theft.
  • At 3:12 p.m., deputies responded to a non-injury motor vehicle accident on Georgetown Roa
  
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• Franklin County voter turnout eclipses 51%

  05-11-2026 05:36 via State-Journal
  
  More than half of Franklin County’s registered voters had their voice heard during the general election.
  Of the 39,142 registered voters in the county, 20,099 casted a ballot, according to unofficial results on Kentucky Secretary of State Michael Adams’ website. That equals a 51.35% voter turnout rate.
  “It’s almost identical to the last midterm election,” said Franklin County Clerk Jeff Hancock, who was also re-elected Tuesday as he was unopposed. “At the end of the day, (we have) a
  
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• Quilts of Valor presentation set for Nov. 15

  05-11-2026 05:34 via State-Journal
  The Franklin County Quilt Guide will present its Quilts of Valor to area veterans at 2 p.m. Nov. 15 at the VFW Post 4075. One of the recipients is a 95 year old Holocaust survivor from Prestonsburg. A total of 22 quilts will be distributed. VFW Post 4075 is located at 104 E. Second St.
  
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• Frankfort woman accused of kicking, hitting officers, nurse

  05-11-2026 05:31 via State-Journal
  
  A local woman was pepper-sprayed by Frankfort Police late Tuesday night after she reportedly became combative during her arrest.
  Officers were called to a motorist assist on East Main Street near Winding Way Drive at 11:10 p.m. First responders located a Can-Am Spyder with broken suspension components in the roadway, along with a scrape mark leading from the road to a broken piece of the vehicle.
  Neither of the two people on scene admitted to operating the vehicle, but both were “clearly intox
  
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• Get to know new Franklin County Fire Chief Ray Canafax

  05-11-2026 05:29 via State-Journal
  
  If your elementary education was from a public school, chances are you can likely recall a time when firefighters came to visit and teach kids about fire safety and hand out red plastic fire helmets to children.
  Franklin County Fire Chief Ray Canafax still remembers the day in kindergarten when he got his helmet, and from that moment on, he knew he wanted to become a firefighter.An Ashland native, Canafax began his decades-long career as a volunteer firefighter in his early 20s joining the Westw
  
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• Letter: Contact 811 before breaking ground

  05-11-2026 05:28 via State-Journal
  Dear editor,
  The days are getting shorter. The air is becoming cooler. That is a sign of one thing — the fall season is among us. As the heat tinkers down and the crisp autumn air begins to settle across the commonwealth, Kentuckians are coming back outside with tools in one hand and a to-do list in the other. Fall is prime time for outdoor DIY projects. Whether you are planting shrubs, sinking posts for a new fence, installing a patio deck or preparing a backyard fire pit, before taking a sho
  
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• Wanda Sue Miller

  05-11-2026 05:27 via State-Journal
  
  Visitation for Wanda Sue Miller, 76, will be 1-2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6, at Clark Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens. Miller died Monday, Nov. 2.
  
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• Traditional Bank Athlete of the Week: Western Hills’ Brooks scores three touchdowns in win over Frankfort

  04-11-2026 05:36 via State-Journal
  
  Western Hills’ DaiLeon Brooks has scored four touchdowns this season for the Wolverines. He rushed for three of those touchdowns in Friday’s 56-16 win over Frankfort, and for this accomplishment, Brooks has been named the Traditional Bank Athlete of the Week.
  Brooks, a junior, has been playing football since he was 5 years old. He’s rushed for over 250 yards this season for the Wolverines. His other touchdown came in the Wolverines’ 35-0 win over Grant County.
  Western Hills plays at Nort
  
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• Police, fire blotter (Nov. 2)

  04-11-2026 05:36 via State-Journal
  
  The following calls were received by the Frankfort Police Department, Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, Frankfort Fire and EMS, and Franklin County Fire Department on Monday:
  • At 6:33 a.m., officers were called to a non-injury motor vehicle accident on the East-West Connector.
  • At 6:46 a.m., officers responded to a non-injury motor vehicle accident on the East-West Connector near Collins Lane.
  • At 10:06 a.m., city firefighters and EMS conducted a fire investigation on Limestone Drive.
  
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• Locals remember Alice Delambre

  04-11-2026 05:35 via State-Journal
  
  Alice Delambre had an immense love of spending quality time with family and friends, dedicating herself to volunteer work and animal protection in Frankfort. She died recently at the age of 80.Delambre leaves behind a legacy of community involvement, as she was a member of South Frankfort Presbyterian Church for 40 years — serving as deacon and elder. Moreover, she chaired the Outreach/Evangelism and Christian education committees.For 23 years, she served on the board of the Paul Sawyier Publi
  
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• Guest columnist: All sociopaths are not in prison

  04-11-2026 05:35 via State-Journal
  
  Attorney and activist George Conway refers to Donald Trump as a sociopath — every chance he gets. When he appeared as a guest fairly recently on MSNow and stated his regular refrain that Trump is a sociopath, the host, Jonathan Capeheart, immediately stepped in, quickly disassociating the network from endorsing Conway’s diagnosis of Trump’s mental condition by saying Conway wasn’t a medical professional; thus, not credible to render a valid medical diagnosis.Sociopathy is sort of a taboo
  
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• After losing son, Tyler Smith takes on challenge to help grieving families

  04-11-2026 05:35 via State-Journal
  
  It’s been four years since Tyler and Kaylah Smith lost their son Ryker.
  Helping families deal with the loss of a child and honoring Ryker are behind Tyler Smith’s plan to run 48 miles in 48 hours, a fundraiser that will benefit the Compassionate Friends.
  Ryker was 3 months old when he passed in July 2022 as the result of negligence at an unlicensed daycare.
  “I’ve always wanted to do something like this to honor Ryker,” Tyler said. “I’ve had some great inspiration from guys like Pet
  
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• Smith-Willis, Unger, Waldridge and May earn city commission seats

  04-11-2026 05:33 via State-Journal
  
  For possibly the first time ever, Frankfort voters elected three women to the Board of Commissioners.
  Much like two years ago, Katima Smith-Willis was the top vote-getter in a tight race that saw just 114 votes separating the first through fourth spots. All four candidates got 17% of the vote. Smith-Willis earned 4,022 votes, followed by fellow incumbent Leesa Unger with 3,932 votes; former city commissioner Katrisha Waldridge with 3,932 votes; and incumbent Kelly May with 3,908 votes.
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• MOA formalizes city’s partnership with Capital City Museum

  04-11-2026 05:32 via State-Journal
  
  While the Capital City Museum and the City of Frankfort have collaborated since the museum was founded in 2004, that partnership has not been formally put in writing — until now.
  The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a memorandum of agreement (MOA) with the Museum of the City of Frankfort Inc. (Capital City Museum), which is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, at its Oct. 26 meeting.
  Capital City Museum & Historic Site Supervisor Eleanor Hasken-Wagner told city leaders at Monday’s meeting t
  
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• Miklavcic, Wilson win seats on Frankfort Independent board

  04-11-2026 05:30 via State-Journal
  
  The Frankfort Independent Board of Education will have two new members.
  Ann Marie Miklavcic and Elisabeth McNicol Wilson were both elected to the board in Tuesday’s election. Incumbent Margaret Tillman finished third in the voting.
  Miklavcic, in her first election, was the top vote-getter among the three candidates vying for the two open seats on the board. She garnered 40% of the votes (831 votes). Wilson finished with 32% (676 votes), and Tillman with 28% (581 votes).
  
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• Depp easily victorious in sheriff’s race

  04-11-2026 05:27 via State-Journal
  
  Franklin County Sheriff Dwayne Depp beat his Republican opponent Logan Curry in Tuesday’s general election.As newly-elected sheriff, Depp took the time to give appreciation in the wake of his victory and reflect on his experience.“I appreciate the voters and the folks who believed in me … it’s been interesting. I appreciate the opportunity to see the citizens of Frankfort (and) Franklin County and listen to their concerns and listen to the things that are important to them,” he said. �
  
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• Lile, Scott win seats on Franklin County Schools board

  04-11-2026 05:26 via State-Journal
  
  The Franklin County Schools Board of Education is keeping one incumbent while another lost in Tuesday’s election.
  Natalie Lile, who has served on the board for 10 years, won the 3rd Educational District race over Dennis Schlentz.
  Lile received for 64% (2,078 votes) while Schlentz tallied 36% (1,184 votes).
  Lile currently serves as chairman of the board.
  Incumbent Larry Perkins lost the 2nd Educational District seat to Adam Scott, who garnered 67% (2,102 votes). Perkins received 33% (1,027 vote
  
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• Incumbent magistrates to stay on fiscal court

  04-11-2026 05:19 via State-Journal
  
  All incumbent candidates running for magistrate in contested races claimed victory Tuesday evening.
  Third District Magistrate Kelly Dycus, a Democrat, beat Republican challenger Russ Greenwell by staking claim to 58% of the ballots (2,001 votes) to Greenwell’s 42% (1,441 votes).Democrat Richard Tanner secured 57% of the vote (1,713 votes) to John Hibbard’s 43% (1,291 votes) in the 5th District race and 6th District Magistrate Eric Whisman defeated Republican Jacob Hack by tallying 59% of the
  
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• Unofficial local election results

  04-11-2026 03:12 via State-Journal
  
  Here are the unofficial local results for the 2026 General Election released by Franklin County Clerk Jeff Hancock:
  Franklin County Sheriff
  Dwayne Forrest Depp (D): 66% (13,046 votes)
  Logan Curry (R): 34% (6,684 votes)
  Frankfort Board of Commissioners
  Katima Smith-Willis: 17% (4,022 votes)
  Leesa Unger: 17% (3,960 votes)
  Katrisha Waldridge: 17% (3,932 votes)
  Kelly May: 17% (3,908 votes)
  Rob Richardson: 13% (3,154 votes)
  Fred Deaton: 10% (2,436 votes)
  Brennan Lippert: 8% (1,973 votes)
  3rd Magister
  
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• James ‘Jim’ H. Boyles

  03-11-2026 23:51 via State-Journal
  
  James “Jim” H. Boyles, of Midway, Kentucky, formerly of Steubenville, Ohio, passed away on November 1, 2026, at Spring Arbor in Frankfort.
  He was born in 1930 to the late Byrd H. and Dorothy (Fuller) Boyles.In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife and mother of his children, Eileen in 1990; his second wife, Alta in 2022; his son, Marty in 2022; and two sisters, Arlene McClain and Thelma Barton.He was a graduate of Wintersville High School and owned Boyles Constr
  
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• Richard William Allen

  03-11-2026 23:45 via State-Journal
  
  LAWRENCERBURG — Services for Richard William Allen, 70, husband of Vickie Elaine Harris Allen, will be noon Sunday at Ritchie & Peach Funeral Home. Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. until the time of service Sunday at the funeral home. Allen died Sunday, Nov. 1.
  
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• Tom Hayden

  03-11-2026 23:43 via State-Journal
  
  Thomas Scott “Tom” Hayden, 78, passed away on Monday, November 2, 2026 in Waddy, Kentucky.
  Tom enjoyed playing golf, guitar, hunting, fishing and spending time in the outdoors. In his youth, he enjoyed playing baseball and softball.
  He was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest and Catherine Roberts Hayden Jr.; and his sister, Barbara Reed.
  He is survived by his son, Jeff Hayden; his daughter, Amy Hayden; his grandchildren, Kayla, Meagan, Tony and Cameron; his brothers, Jim Hayden (Diane)
  
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• Dustin Johnson

  03-11-2026 23:21 via State-Journal
  
  Dustin Edward Johnson, age 38, passed away at home on October 31, 2026.
  Born November 13, 1987, Dustin loved anything outdoors, especially hunting and fishing. He loved his pets, Nevaeh and Josey, and his canine sister, Jolene.Dustin had no children but loved kids. He had a small business, Johnson’s Fence & Paint Repair. He attended Shelby County High School. Dustin gave his life to the Lord and was a member of Peaks Mill Baptist Church.He was preceded in death by his father, James Allenby
  
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• Danny Clark

  03-11-2026 16:40 via State-Journal
  
  Danny Ray Clark Sr., 78, husband of the late Dorothy Lee Clark, passed away Friday, October 30, 2026.Born in Frankfort on October 28, 1948, Danny was the son of the late James Clark and Doris Monroe. He retired from the Commonwealth of Kentucky and briefly served in the United States Army.In his spare time, he enjoyed working with his hands and was a respected mechanic. He loved gardening, fishing, making arrowheads, watching old western movies, going to the beach with family, laughing at Dicker
  
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• Franklin County’s football team loses to Bowling Green 49-21

  03-11-2026 04:48 via State-Journal
  
  Franklin County’s football team ended the regular season with a 49-21 loss at Bowling Green Friday.
  Both teams came into the game with 5-4 records.
  The Flyers, who finished second in their district, will host Valley Friday in the first round of the Class 4A playoffs.
  
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• Letter: ‘Yes’ to democracy; ‘no’ to dictators

  03-11-2026 04:47 via State-Journal
  Dear editor,
  The voice on the phone in the Oval Office was President Trump demanding Georgia’s Secretary of State “find” (steal) 11,780 votes.Raffensperger refused. Trump lost.
  Jan. 6, 2021, the President of the United States ordered terrorists to storm the Capitol, stopping certification. Vice President Mike Pence refused. Trump lost again.
  Democracy was saved. Not for long.
  Trump yelling, “Stop the steal,” “free and fair election” — the King of voter fraud was born.
  Surrounded
  
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• Letter: ‘Don’t give up’

  03-11-2026 04:47 via State-Journal
  Dear editor,
  As midterm elections are upon us, I like the “don’t give up” approach.
  To explain, there are those who are discouraged at this time, but then there are those who are keeping on. My husband and I are now part-time farmers in Tennessee. There has been very little rain along with a lot of heat; in other words, very challenging times. Farmers can be good examples in the “keeping on” approach. In a short rhyme, I share some of our firsthand experiences:
  “Don’t Give Up”
  As
  
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• Fletcher inducted into Cumberlands Hall of Fame

  03-11-2026 04:47 via State-Journal
  
  Chuck Fletcher, of Frankfort, was inducted into the University of Cumberlands Distinguished Hall of Fame at its recent homecoming.
  Fletcher graduated from Cumberland College, now known as the University of Cumberlands, with a bachelor’s degree in history and religious education before continuing his education at Morehead State University, Western Kentucky University and the University of Louisville.
  Fletcher dedicated 35 years to public education and administration in the Anderson County Schoo
  
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• Wolverines get win; Panthers show fight

  03-11-2026 04:46 via State-Journal
  
  Western Hills’ football team got the victory Friday. Frankfort got the admiration.
  WHHS defeated the Panthers 56-16 at Sower Field in the regular-season finale for both teams.“I’m obviously happy because a win’s a win,” Hills coach Justin Franklin said, “but super impressed by Frankfort tonight. Coach (Dwight) Sutton is doing just a fabulous job with, what did they have, 17 dressed?“They moved the ball on us all night, they forced us to take a shot at a field goal down here that we
  
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• Police, fire blotter (Oct. 30-Nov. 1)

  03-11-2026 04:46 via State-Journal
  
  The following calls were received by the Frankfort Police Department, Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, Frankfort Fire and EMS, and Franklin County Fire Department over the weekend:
  Friday
  • At 1:33 a.m., deputies were notified of an intoxicated driver on Interstate 64 East.
  • At 7:31 a.m., officers were called to a non-injury motor vehicle accident on Rouse Avenue near Holmes Street.
  • At 7:35 a.m., officers were called to a possible burglary at Prince Hall Village Apartments on Prince
  
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