Stanford uses 3-point shooting to put away OaklandOakland falls as Stanford connects from 3-point range
Stanford used its 3-point shooting to put away Oakland.
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Frankfort declares Nov. 1 ‘Extra Mile Day’ honoring those making a difference
Frankfort Mayor Layne Wilkerson proclaimed Nov. 1 Extra Mile Day, recognizing volunteers and others whose service and generosity strengthen the community. Their efforts include supporting schools and community programs, caring for seniors and animals, and helping neighbors, often without recognition. Founded in 2009, the observance has grown from 23 participating cities to more than 500 cities expected nationwide in 2026.
Police, fire blotter (Nov. 5)
Frankfort police, the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office and local fire and EMS agencies handled calls Thursday, Nov. 5, across Frankfort and Franklin County. Reports included thefts, fraud, sexual-offense complaints, a report of a person firing a pistol at signs on Lafayette Drive, and the discovery of a deceased elderly man on Tracy Lane. Responders also handled several traffic crashes; no injuries were reported in the listed collisions.
WesBanco Student of the Week: Frankfort’s Spaulding accepted into leadership institute at Louisville
Frankfort High sophomore Blake Spaulding has been accepted into the Civic Leadership Institute at the University of Louisville and named the WesBanco Student of the Week. The selective program, hosted by the McConnell Center, accepts about 10 sophomores and 10 juniors at each campus. Spaulding said he hopes to improve his public speaking and will work with fellow students to address a problem in his school or community.
Trey Kaufman-Renn leads No. 17 Kansas to rout of Middle TennesseeNo. 17 Kansas routs Middle Tennessee behind Kaufman-Renn
Trey Kaufman-Renn led No. 17 Kansas in a rout of Middle Tennessee.
Mark Pope says Kentucky fans boosted Zoom DialloMark Pope says Kentucky's fan base has power
Kentucky coach Mark Pope said the university’s fan base helped boost Zoom Diallo, discussing the fans’ influence in a video published by the Lexington Herald-Leader. The headline does not specify how the fans helped Diallo.
No. 14 Miami rebounds with a blowout against WagnerWagner is on the receiving end of Miami's blowout
No. 14 Miami bounced back with a blowout win over Wagner.
Rob Wright III leads No. 25 BYU in rout of OmahaNo. 25 BYU routs Omaha with Wright III setting the pace
Rob Wright III led No. 25 BYU in a rout of Omaha.
Week 12 playoff scores include Madison Central's 56-20 win over Tates CreekScott County beats Conner 56-14 in Week 12 playoffs
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Brandon Rechsteiner and Kansas State handle Cal State NorthridgeKansas State handles Cal State Northridge
Brandon Rechsteiner and Kansas State defeated Cal State Northridge.
Tre Singleton and No. 18 Iowa State glide past Southern MissSouthern Miss falls to No. 18 Iowa State
Tre Singleton and No. 18 Iowa State defeated Southern Miss. The headline did not specify the score or provide further details.
BBN Tonight previews Kentucky football's road trip to Knoxville for ranked clashBBN Tonight features Kentucky soccer ahead of Sun Belt tournament
BBN Tonight previews Kentucky football’s ranked road matchup with Tennessee in Knoxville, with Keith Farmer and Noah Cierzan breaking down the game. Maggie Davis interviews quarterback Kenny Minchey after the bye week, while Hannah Hamelback talks with Brooklyn DeLeye and Molly Tuozzo about returning for a fifth season. The program also features Ajsa Sivka discussing her first year in Lexington and a look at Kentucky men’s soccer ahead of the Sun Belt Tournament.
Mavericks beat Jazz as P.J. Washington and Cooper Flagg lead the wayWashington, Flagg power Mavericks past Jazz
P.J. Washington and Cooper Flagg helped the Dallas Mavericks defeat the Utah Jazz.
Ole Miss routs Central Arkansas while showcasing offense and defenseCentral Arkansas falls in Ole Miss rout
Ole Miss routed Central Arkansas, showing strength on both offense and defense. The available report did not include a score or further game details.
Flu activity higher in Kentucky than this time last year
Kentucky health officials say flu activity is starting early, with weekly lab-confirmed detections more than 20 times higher than during the same week last year. More than 1,000 cases were reported in October, bringing the state’s total to nearly 1,500; doctors say it is too soon to know how the season will unfold. They recommend annual flu shots for everyone 6 months and older and staying home while sick.
TCU routs Southern with six players reaching double figuresSix TCU players reach double figures against Southern
TCU routed Southern, with six TCU players scoring in double figures. The headline did not specify the final score or where the game was played.
Nasir Whitlock scores 29 as Georgia Tech tops Georgia SouthernGeorgia Tech tops Georgia Southern behind Whitlock's 29
Nasir Whitlock scored 29 points as Georgia Tech topped Georgia Southern.
Minnesota withstands St. Thomas' second-half comeback bidSt. Thomas' second-half comeback bid falls short
Minnesota held off St. Thomas’ second-half comeback bid.
Charlie Woods officially commits to Florida State with Tiger Woods presentTiger Woods is on hand as Charlie Woods commits to Florida State
Charlie Woods officially committed to Florida State, with his father, Tiger Woods, present.
Wisconsin turns back Delaware with balanced attackBalanced attack lifts Wisconsin past Delaware
Wisconsin used a balanced attack to turn back Delaware. The headline did not provide a score or further game details.
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