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You Asked: Could Franklin County high school graduations fit in Exum center? - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

You have read 1 of 5 articles. Log In or Subscribe. For many years, Franklin County high school graduates did not have to leave Frankfort to receive their ...

Franklin Co. High School Class of 1973 to have reunion - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

The Franklin County High School Class of 1973 will have its 45-year reunion at the Downtown Concert Series at 7 p.m. on Aug. 24. The class will also have an ...

Franklin County High School senior chosen to be on statewide Student Advisory Council - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

Franklin County High School senior Grayson Thurman has been chosen to be a student representative on Kentucky Commissioner of Education Wayne Lewis's ...

Franklin County Flyers hold off Western Hills' Wandale Robinson - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

The Franklin County High School football team built an early 21-0 lead against Western Hills Friday night in the season opener for both teams at WHHS, and the ...

Bondurant Middle School principal dies after battle with cancer - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

Casey Sparrow, the principal of Bondurant Middle School, has died after a battle with cancer, said Franklin County Schools Superintendent Mark Kopp. Sparrow ...

Midway University to offer dual credit for Franklin County High Schools – Lane Report | Kentucky Business & Economic News  The Lane Report

MIDWAY, Ky. (June 13, 2018) – Midway University has announced that it has entered into a partnership with both Franklin County High School and Western ...

FCHS Hall of Fame inductee serves community for 30 years - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

For 30 years, a man originally from Salem, Virginia, has been serving the Frankfort community in more ways than one. In 1989, Jon Sutphin moved to Frankfort.

History teacher still in classroom after 45 years - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

Many people yearn for retirement from their jobs so much so that they spend years planning for it. But for Lonnie Lewis, 71, a history teacher at The Frankfort ...

School board candidates scramble to comply with new transcript requirement - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

A new statewide requirement has would-be school board candidates praying that a dog didn't eat their transcripts. Those wishing to serve on the boards of ...

Former FPD chief to be FCS school safety coordinator - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

Franklin County Schools has chosen its first school safety coordinator, and he is a familiar face in Frankfort. On Wednesday, FCS Superintendent Mark Kopp ...

Franklin County High School bids farewell to seniors, principal and superintendent - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

Senior Class Co-president Alonzo “AJ” McCoy highlighted the close rapport between members of his class. (Photo by Austin Horn). James Pack, right, plays the ...

FHS ranked 19th best high school in Kentucky - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

One of Kentucky's top 20 high schools is located in Franklin County, according to a national magazine. In U.S. News and World Report's Best High Schools ...

A white lie and white lines: The birth of a Kentucky football star  Lexington Herald-Leader

Western Hills High School senior Wandale Robinson started playing football when he was 5 years old. It wasn't in Frankfort — the city didn't offer tackle football ...

FCS officials talk school safety legislation - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

You have read 1 of 5 articles. Log In or Subscribe. A school safety bill that moved to Gov. Matt Bevin on Thursday would require Kentucky school districts to have ...

Football: Franklin County riding momentum into second round of playoffs - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

Coming off a 5-6 season last year and with plenty of underclassmen on the roster, Franklin County High School's football team's fortunes this year remained up ...

FOCUS: FCRJ program aims to change inmates' lives - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

When 2011 Franklin County High School graduate Ashley Mulder declared herself an elementary education major at the University of Kentucky, she never ...

Father Says Western Hills Star Wandale Robinson Just “Different” Than Most Players  LEX18 Lexington KY News

By LARRY VAUGHT. Speed is a big reason for Western Hills star Wandale Robinson's success. However, Robinson's father, Dale, says there's more than just ...

Sheriff: Two Franklin County school threats unsubstantiated; one under investigation - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

Two of the three shooting threats at local high schools over the past two days are unsubstantiated, said Franklin County Sheriff Pat Melton. Around noon on ...

Western Hills, Franklin County high schools graduation rates differ greatly - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

You have read 1 of 5 articles. Log In or Subscribe. One of Mark Kopp's first acts as superintendent of Franklin County Schools this summer was to adopt a ...

Frankfort aims to interview city manager candidates in early February - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

A proposed timeline for recruiting a new city manager would have Frankfort leaders interviewing candidates in early February. With two applicants having ...

Franklin County High School co-valedictorians look to next steps - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

Franklin County High School's co-valedictorians all sport perfect 5.0 grade-point averages, but it's not the grades that matter most to Rishabh Kapoor, James ...

Teacher receives $15000 check from McConnell Foundation - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

One teacher in Franklin County won a large sum of money at the end of the school year. On Friday, Elkhorn Middle School teacher Valerie Mefford received ...

Franklin County High School promotes Charles Lewis to principal - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

After nine years as an assistant principal at Franklin County High School, Charles Lewis is graduating. Lewis will be principal next year. Franklin County's ...

A look at each City Commission candidate's work history - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

All six Frankfort City Commission candidates are raring to work for local constituents, but each has a diverse work history outside of politics. The following is a ...

Local police, fire departments teach safety at KSU research farm - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

Local first responders on Wednesday taught about 70 young adults tips and techniques to be safer in emergencies at Kentucky State University's research farm.

PHOTO GALLERY: Frankfort/Franklin County goes back to school - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

We asked to see photos of your children on their first day back to school and here they are! The State Journal wishes everyone a happy and safe school year!

Community support needed for Project Graduation - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

Franklin County high schools need the community's help to give students a safe graduation celebration. On May 26, Western Hills High School and Franklin ...

Obituary: Alice McCullough Strange (1/17/19)  Marshall County Tribune

Alice McCullough Strange, 92, passed away Jan. 15, 2019, in Knoxville, TN, ending a kind, gracious life dedicated to her loving family. She was preceded in ...

Local high schoolers trek out of classroom for real-life skills - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

You have read 1 of 5 articles. Log In or Subscribe. High school seniors in Franklin County on Tuesday moved outside of the classroom to learn real-life skills.

Dreaming big: Frankfort duo teams up to produce 'Method to the Madness' - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

The premiere of “Method to the Madness” — a documentary film about Frankfort music artist Chris Ballinger, also known as “Hybrid The Rapper” — will be 7:30 ...

FOCUS: Texts, court documents paint contrasting images of teen defendant in Banta case - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

Editor's note: A Franklin County circuit judge last week released from jail a former Franklin County High School golf standout and Northern Kentucky University ...

High school students receive scholarships, awards from 'Youth Salute' - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

Several students from area high schools were recently recognized as part of “Youth Salute,” which the Central Kentucky Council on Youth Leadership organizes.

FOCUS: Serving time after fiery crash, Mayes awaiting ruling on shock probation - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

You have read 1 of 5 articles. Log In or Subscribe. Brandon Mayes doesn't remember much from the April morning that forever changed his life. After leaving a ...

Long-time coach, educator, UK fan Casey Sparrow loses battle with cancer  Vaught's Views

By LARRY VAUGHT. My Saturday started with news I knew was coming but was hoping would be coming nearly so soon. Casey Sparrow, 47, of Harrodsburg, ...

Get to Know: Longtime friends EJ Fields and Ryan Conner grow business, help community get healthy - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

For longtime friends E.J. Fields and Ryan Conner, becoming business partners was a natural transition. Now in their late 20s, Fields and Conner have been ...

Eddie James named Franklin County head football coach - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

You have read 1 of 5 articles. Log In or Subscribe. After spending years as an assistant football coach, Eddie James gets to stay at home for his first high school ...

Q&A: Get to know Franklin County High School athletic trainer Rachel Ross - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

Hannah Brown/hannah.brown@state-journal.com Franklin County High School athletic trainer Rachel Ross shares a laugh with football player Kobe Raglin ...

Massive protest crowd expected as teachers prepare to 'Invade Frankfort' - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

You have read 1 of 5 articles. Log In or Subscribe. “INVADE FRANKFORT!” reads the title of an event scheduled for 9 a.m. Monday in the 36,000-member, secret ...

Frankfort teens say Juul usage prevalent - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

By Emmie Deaton. Contributing writer. Warning about widespread use among teenagers, U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams last week declared adolescent ...

Former Franklin County teacher pleads guilty  WKYT

A former Franklin County teacher has been charged for having an inappropriate relationship with a student years ago.

YOU ASKED: Why doesn't Frankfort's Walmart carry Kentucky State University and area high schools' apparel? - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

You have read 1 of 5 articles. Log In or Subscribe. The odds of getting an answer from a corporation the size of Walmart are roughly the same as getting a buggy ...

Teachers across Kentucky prepare for pension protest Monday in Frankfort  WDRB

Teachers are planning a statewide rally in Frankfort in response to the pension vote.

WKU selects 15 students for 2019-20 Cherry Presidential Scholarship  WBKO

(WBKO) -- Western Kentucky University released the names of scholarship recipients. WKU has selected 15 students as recipients of the 2019-20 Cherry ...

10th annual “Drive Your Tractor to School Day.” - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

The smell of diesel fuel and a tinge of John Deere green visited Franklin County High School on Thursday, the 10th annual “Drive Your Tractor to School Day.

Boys tennis: Franklin Co. gets late start, loses to Western Hills - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

You have read 1 of 5 articles. Log In or Subscribe. When the tennis season started, Franklin County's teams didn't. Now, with Julie Garland as head coach, the ...

FCHS to present 'Shrek the Musical' - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

An ogre, princess and other fairy tale creatures are taking over Franklin County High School's auditorium this weekend. FCHS will present a story about an ogre ...

Centre College Dean's List - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

You have read 1 of 5 articles. Log In or Subscribe. DANVILLE — Area students have been named to the dean's list for the fall term at Centre College, an honor ...

Collins Lane Cougars come out on top in 'Cram the Cruiser' contest - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

Collins Lane Elementary came out on top of a healthy competition among seven local schools to see which could collect the most food for those in need this ...

Kalla would bring new perspective to 2nd District - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

With more than 20 years of experience in law enforcement, Rami Kalla, running for 2nd District magistrate, plans to bring a different perspective to Franklin ...

Franklin County tennis courts dedicated in former coach's honor - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

The John Harnice Memorial Invitational tennis tournament is an annual event that pays tribute to Harnice, a Franklin County High School graduate who died in ...

Blackburn runs for 2nd District magistrate with focus on timely communication - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

You have read 1 of 5 articles. Log In or Subscribe. A lot of people talk about politics, but few put forth the effort to run for elected office, says J.W. Blackburn, ...

Ten local students chosen as Governor Scholars - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

You have read 1 of 5 articles. Log In or Subscribe. Franklin County will be well represented in two statewide scholastic programs. Eight Franklin County Schools ...

Knowles hopes to bring positive change to 3rd District - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

You have read 1 of 5 articles. Log In or Subscribe. A first-time candidate, Chuck Knowles, who is running for 3rd District magistrate on the Franklin County Fiscal ...

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Education Spotlight: The Green Hanger filling a need at Western Hills. When there is a need at Western Hills, DECA students step in. That's exactly what ...

Golf: Franklin Co. honors its past state champions - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

One coasted to victory, two had to play extra holes for the win, one had minimal trouble. The circumstances were different for four Franklin County High School ...

Tara Cracraft named Franklin County Schools Teacher of the Year - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

Franklin County Schools recognized an elementary school teacher as 2017-18 District Teacher of the Year. On Friday, Tara Cracraft, a third-grade teacher at ...

Second Street School flies fresh flags - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

New flags are flying outside a downtown school. On Tuesday, Second Street School hosted a ceremony to replace tattered American and Kentucky flags.

Her brother’s never going to miss her basketball games. He’s the head coach.  Lexington Herald Leader

When the Western Hills girls' basketball job opened up at the end of last season, senior-to-be Montana Muravchick had the perfect candidate in mind: her ...

Incumbent PVA Tom Gatewood seeks first election - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

You have read 1 of 5 articles. Log In or Subscribe. While Ralph Thomas “Tom” Gatewood has more than a half-year's experience as Franklin County property ...

New to Frankfort politics, Tyler Grimes aims for 6th District magistrate - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

You have read 1 of 5 articles. Log In or Subscribe. A 2011 graduate of Franklin County High School is already looking to graduate to one of the highest positions ...

Kentucky QB couldn't win job at his hometown high school. Now the NFL might take him.  Lexington Herald Leader

Logan Woodside, who played quarterback at Franklin County High School and the University of Toledo, is regarded as a potential gem in the 2018 NFL Draft.

Conway files for 2nd District magistrate seat - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

You have read 1 of 5 articles. Log In or Subscribe. With his focus set on adding a county seat to the Frankfort Plant Board, John Conway filed last week to run for ...

Get to Know: Bobby Doss, CEO of Kentucky Elite Pro Wrestling - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

You have read 1 of 5 articles. Log In or Subscribe. A former baseball standout, Bobby Doss never thought about being a wrestler until a co-worker invited him to ...

Frankfort Police Department May 3 calls - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

You have read 1 of 5 articles. Log In or Subscribe. The following calls were received by the Frankfort Police Department on Thursday: • A person reported a car ...

UK Men's Basketball Adds Stops to Satellite Camp Tour  UKAthletics

Please note that the Boyle County, Franklin Country and Wayne County camps are new additions LEXINGTON, Ky. – Back by popular demand, the Kentucky ...

Business Spotlight: Eye doctor to retire in June after 31 years - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

A longtime Frankfort eye doctor will retire in a few weeks. Ophthalmologist Dr. Robert Kinker has decided to sell his practice, Eye Care for Kentucky, to Eye ...

FPD graduates largest Citizens Police Academy class - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

Frankfort Police Department graduated its largest Citizens Police Academy class with 17 receiving certificates and congratulations from the city commission ...

Gatton Academy Students Earn Awards and Advance to Intel International Science and Engineering Fair  WKU News

Photo Credits (Picture at Left): Top Row (L-R) Abdullah Ateyeh, Rithik Reddy, Sasha Sairajeev Bottom Row (L-R) Matthew Knerr, Lea Mitchell, Miriam ...

Franklin County High School junior to achieve his dream - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

You have read 1 of 5 articles. Log In or Subscribe. By Chanda Veno, chanda.veno@state-journal.com,. When Franklin County High School junior Rishabh ...

Mayes receives 10-year sentence in DUI case - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

You have read 1 of 5 articles. Log In or Subscribe. A former city employee who pleaded guilty to driving under the influence and assault for an accident he ...

A way with words: Don Dampier's latest book a tribute to high school basketball - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

You have read 1 of 5 articles. Log In or Subscribe. Don J. Dampier never set out to write a book, but an urge to record some local history started him on the path ...

Boys basketball: Frankfort beats Shelby County 66-52 - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

You have read 1 of 5 articles. Log In or Subscribe. Frankfort High's boys basketball team started slow but finished fast, beating Shelby County 66-52 Tuesday at ...

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Locals remember Danny Garland - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

All afternoon, emails fluttered into The State Journal's inbox. Typed testimonies, comments and stories all bearing the same subject: Danny Garland. Numerous ...

WKU selects 15 for 2019-20 Cherry Presidential Scholarship  WKU News

WKU has selected 15 students as recipients of the 2019-20 Cherry Presidential Scholarship, the school's most prestigious academic award. The scholarship is ...

FCHS senior elected Kentucky State Beta Club president - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

Franklin County High School junior Mason Parritt was elected Kentucky State Beta Club president. Parritt was one of 114 students from FCHS to travel to ...

Tracy resigns as Franklin Co. football coach - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

You have read 1 of 5 articles. Log In or Subscribe. Chris Tracy has spent more than half his life coaching football, but when a different opportunity arose he ...

Q&A: Get to know Kelly Caldwell - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

... • The team will be the newest of 16 members of the Lexington-based Bluegrass Swim Conference. Four competitive meets are already scheduled.

Get to Know: Dr. Darryl Smith - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

You have read 1 of 5 articles. Log In or Subscribe. After graduating from Franklin County High School in 1976, Dr. Darryl Smith, DDS, thought he'd never return ...

ITS OWN REWARD: Increased McConnell award goes to FCHS teacher Smith - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

You have read 1 of 5 articles. Log In or Subscribe. 59th Annual Franklin County High School Honors Day Awardees. Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership Award:.

Q&A: Get to know Frankfort artist Jacqui Keough - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

You have read 1 of 5 articles. Log In or Subscribe. Photos by Hannah Brown. Jacqui Keough paints a pet portrait using bright colors. (Hannah ...

The mastermind behind high school football’s top offense? A girls’ basketball coach.  Lexington Herald Leader

Joey Thacker is the girls' basketball coach at Franklin County and the offensive coordinator for the football team at Lexington Christian Academy.

I-64 in Franklin County reopens after serious crash  WKYT

The Franklin County Sheriff says the westbound lanes of Interstate 64 near the 58 mile marker have been closed because of a serious accident.

FCHS choir members receive honors - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

You have read 1 of 5 articles. Log In or Subscribe. The Franklin County High School choirs, under the direction of Raye Hurley, have had a number of students ...

Jennifer Ann Sykes - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

Jennifer (Jenna) Ann Sykes, age 43 of Frankfort, Ky., passed away Sunday evening, Oct. 2, 2016, at the UK Markey Cancer Center after a courageous, hard ...

SCHS sports roundup: Cards' archery wins in Louisvllle; Galusha tops tourney; Bowling remains unbeaten  News- Graphic

It was another exceptional Saturday for Scott County archers, with SCHS winning the River City Shootout and SCMS second in the middle school division of the ...

Meet the 2018 Kentucky All-Star girls’ basketball team  Lexington Herald Leader

The Kentucky Association of Basketball Coaches revealed the girls roster for the Kentucky-Indiana All-Star Classic series on Sunday, April 15, 2018.

Where are they now? Former Kentucky high school stars playing college basketball in state.  Lexington Herald-Leader

A listing of athletes from Kentucky high schools who are on college basketball rosters in our state this season.

Get to know Frankfort dentist Valerie Edmonds - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

You have read 1 of 5 articles. Log In or Subscribe. Submitted Photos. Photo submitted Dr. Valerie Edmonds examines 4-year-old Hadley Hamblin's teeth at ...

Thorn Hill names new director - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

Like many who come to Thorn Hill Education Center, Rita Rector was done with school. Now she's back. The former Western Hills and Franklin County High ...

Vote for the Kentucky.com Softball Player of the Week  Lexington Herald Leader

Tates Creek's Lillie Kluesner pitches the ball during the game against Woodford County during the first round of the 11th Region Softball Tournament on May 29, ...

With focus on children, Hellard runs for 2nd District magistrate - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

You have read 1 of 5 articles. Log In or Subscribe. Jody Hellard. Jody Hellard. With a focus on improving lives of Franklin County children, Jody Hellard is one of ...

Get to Know: Larry Cory — Passport Radio DJ, sports official, singer - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

You have read 1 of 5 articles. Log In or Subscribe. When it comes to being in the spotlight, Larry Cory has never shied away. Cory, a Lexington native, can be ...

GET TO KNOW: The young men and women behind Tractor Day - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

Thursday marks the 10th annual “Drive Your Tractor to School Day” at Franklin County High School, according to agriculture teacher and Future Farmers of ...

Frankfort merchants to mark Capital Plaza Tower implosion with ‘blowout deals’  Insider Louisville

As Frankfort prepares to say goodbye to the Capital Plaza Tower on Sunday, local businesses are marking the occasion with Plaza-themed promotions and ...

Kentucky high school basketball postseason region tournament coverage March 2, 2018  Lexington Herald Leader

Scores and information about the Kentucky high school basketball region tournament games played on March 2, 2018.

Family says Frankfort teen Bradley Camic has passed away  WKYT

A Frankfort teen who was battling a serious illness has died, family tells WKYT.

State softball tournament will move to single-elimination format in 2019  Lexington Herald Leader

The Kentucky High School Athletic Associated voted Wednesday to change the state softball tournament to a single-elimination format beginning with the 2019 ...

Mike Strange: Most prized possession? This one goes all the way back to high school  Knoxville News Sentinel

What's your most prized possession? Your parents and kids don't count. We're talking inanimate objects. The vote here is my high school letter jacket.

Student to finish out high school at WKU's Gatton Academy - The State Journal  State-Journal.com

She began her schooling at Hearn Elementary, then continued at Elkhorn Middle School. Now, Niki Rajendran is wrapping up her sophomore year at Franklin ...

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