Frankfort | Franklin County

Orthodontist Craig Wiggins takes joy in the craft of improving people’s smiles.

A decorated Air Force veteran scoots into his new life in assisted living.

Tour guide Freddie Johnson is the third generation of his family to work at Buffalo Trace.

At Poor Richard’s Books, Lizz Taylor has offered wisdom new and vintage for more than 30 years.

With her loving nature, a veterinarian acknowledges animals as part of the family.

Melanie VanHouten transformed a farm into a sculpture park. It’s a monument to her grandmother.

As a resident of a homeless shelter, one woman finds family and strength.

Charlie Jones is happiest trading a lawyer’s suit and tie for a farmer’s jeans and barn coat.

Shannon Gale and her son are most thankful for each other.

Tiffany Armstrong takes pride in taking care.

Ella Lemley-Fry, 14, experiences the world differently while growing up on an organic farm.

Frances Ringer lost her true love when she was 15. She still wonders about what might have been.

After being caught shoplifting, 16-year-old works to turn her life around.

Ed and Sue Stodola love the beauty and openness of their Frank Lloyd Wright house.

Denny LeCompte learned to hunt deer as a boy, and he enjoys the challenge as much as the kill.

Melissa Mitchell, 37, a large animal vet, finds balance in her passions for work, farm and family.

Will Renshaw relishes precision—and the beauty he makes of it.

Brent McCarty, 31, is passionate about his work at a wildlife education center.

Charlie Pearl opens his heart with each step forward.

A solitary window-washer sings because he’s happy and wants to share his joy with others.

Audrey Hammond makes mugs that hold memory and comfort.

Stephanie Wallace’s students have a band full of friends and a teacher they know cares about them.

Kings Center provides an after-school safe haven for Frankfort and Franklin County children.

Call John Robert Zinner when he’s not home.You’ll hear the voice of a proud show lamb farmer, almost drowned out by more than 100 High Bridge Hampshire ewes.

After four years in the Marine Corps, Dylan Burdick faces a new battle: building a civilian life.

Mary-Margaret Dohn and Roger Pollard adopted five biological brothers.

Russell Hatter sheds light on dark aspects of Frankfort’s past that are still relevant today.

A Frankfort preteen keeps her cool as she copes with life in the middle school rat race.

Mark Lyon Thornewill says being open to change has kept him young

At the Quarles’ family farm, love is passing down the family business.

Outgoing and ambitious, 15-year-old Molly Mitchell is a very proud cow girl.

Despite terrible tragedy, David and Margery have shown incredible resilience.

A comma separated Laura Glasscock from corporate drudgery to pursue her passion for journalism.

Champion thoroughbreds and a middle-school track star thrive on Buff Bradley’s Indian Ridge Farm.

Six-year-old Jack Atchley had trouble speaking — until he wanted to sing Beyonce songs.

Pic-Pac grocery store caters to people from all walks of life.

April Cole overcame personal tragedy through photography and community service.

Frankfort Cemetery has evolved into a scenic destination and community icon.

Spicy fare and strong opinions are both served up at Chef Rick Paul’s White Light Diner.

At 87, entertainer and ladies’ man Arnold Clark still doesn’t miss a beat.

Betty Lawson has faced hunger and fear, and she’s determined not to let them defeat her students.

A farm family that turned to goats says there’s no going back.

As custodian at Elkhorn Elementary School, James Clay is more than just a man with a broom.

On workdays Frankfort bustles with capitol business. After hours the city’s vivacious warmth rewards those wise enough to linger.

A shoe repairman balances his dedication to love and to craft.

Frankfort’s Buffalo Trace Distillery crafts many varieties of bourbon, some distilled more than 20 years.

Migrant workers help owner Dick Mucci at one of Franklin County’s last tobacco farms.

Virginia Hensley, 85, is a crowd favorite at Adelia’s – a local bakery where she works.

A family man trains dogs to protect those in harm’s way.

John Wheatley restores classic vintage cars, and his 14-year-old daughter is starting to join in.

The Jones family works together to continue their legacy at Happy Jack’s Pumpkin Farm.

An animal shelter founder has devoted her life to saving those who cannot help themselves.

A third-generation candy maker balances the business legacy with other pursuits and passions.

Therapy dog Helga makes reading fun for students at Collins Lane Elementary School in Frankfort.

At age 70, Charlie Long is the oldest barber in Frankfort.

A well-loved dog brings people in the community together.

At Flobie’s salon, customers get hugs and keep stylist Flo Casey going on.

Soup kitchen and men’s shelter a haven for 600 people a year.

At Goldfinch Farm, the Wilson family learns, grows and loves.

Working with horses helps students develop strength and confidence at the Stewart Home School.

Frankfort artist Doris Thurber uses art to empower women.

The mayor of Frankfort is known to many as Bill.

Susan Hutcherson builds a successful business and life on a strong family foundation.

Reams of red tape won’t stop Ross Caldwell’s small-batch distillery on a Franklin County farm.

For José Chavez, Casa Fiesta isn’t work, it’s home.

A high school football player doesn’t let stereotypes define him.

A pastor and owner of A Little Bit of Heaven farm, James Bondurant’s life revolves around horses

The last country store in Franklin County offers small talk, laughter and friendship.

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