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[ July 31, 2020 ] It’s time to grow up and think of others… wear your damn mask! SOKY Events
[ April 9, 2020 ] Good news from bad times and thanks to the good guys! SOKY Events
[ October 1, 2026 ] Farewell to a Friend Who Lifted Our Community… Wade McCoy SOKY Events
[ October 1, 2026 ] Med Center Health & CHC Charity Ball and The Huber Family’s Story SOKY Events
[ October 1, 2026 ] Household Hazardous Waste Day is Saturday, October 31 at Warren County Salt Barn SOKY Events
[ October 1, 2026 ] Come to Franklin Kentucky BOOfest – a Free Event With Something for Everyone! SOKY Events
[ October 1, 2026 ] Hometown Christmas Open House • Glasgow, Kentucky SOKY Events

BearCon 2026 Supernatural Festival • May 23, 2026 – Franklin Tourism

April 29, 2026 tim@sokyhappenings.com Comments Off

Come join us at Octagon Hall Museum in Franklin, Kentucky to celebrate the life of Museum Director Barry “Bear” Gaunt who passed away Jan. 13, 2025. Barry touched the lives of many over the years […]

Farewell to a Friend Who Lifted Our Community… Wade McCoy

October 1, 2026 0

SOKY Happenings and South Central Kentucky lost a good friend September 7 when Wade McCoy of Shop At Home Carpets passed after a brief illness. Twila and I met Wade nearly 20 years ago when [...]
Med Center Health & CHC Charity Ball and The Huber Family’s Story

October 1, 2026 0

When Marcus and Leah Grace Huber’s son Sterling arrived 71 days early, weighing just 2 pounds, 7 ounces, their world changed overnight. Sterling was placed on a ventilator in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) [...]
Household Hazardous Waste Day is Saturday, October 31 at Warren County Salt Barn

October 1, 2026 0

Do you have household hazardous waste you don’t know what to do with? Bring it to the Warren County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event on October 31 from 8am to 1pm at the Warren County [...]
Come to Franklin Kentucky BOOfest – a Free Event With Something for Everyone!

October 1, 2026 0

Franklin, Kentucky is known for its events and seasonal decorations, and this October is no exception. BOOfest is a free event that has been going on for years on the downtown Franklin, Kentucky square. Franklin-Simpson [...]

Eight ways to improve your home’s curb Appeal from Perry Thessen

August 8, 2024 Comments Off on Eight ways to improve your home’s curb Appeal from Perry Thessen

All homeowners want to see their property’s value rise. After all, a home is the largest investment most individuals and families ever make. But individuals and families don’t have unlimited funds to renovate kitchens and [...]
NORRO – Scottsville’s best-kept secret

September 30, 2022 Comments Off on NORRO – Scottsville’s best-kept secret

If you’ve ever found yourself in Scottsville, it’s likely been for a catfish feast at Harper’s Restaurant or maybe for First Fridays on the Square. Whatever your reason, we think we’ve got another reason you’ll [...]
Like chicken salad? We gotcha covered at Chicken Salad Chick!

July 11, 2025 Comments Off on Like chicken salad? We gotcha covered at Chicken Salad Chick!

We are so excited to announce that Chicken Salad Chick Bowling Green is now available for catering! We have a dozen varieties of made-from-SCRATCH chicken salads, plus homemade sides, salads, soups and desserts! Think of [...]
Summer fun in June!

June 15, 2019 Comments Off on Summer fun in June!

The SoKY Marketplace Farmers Market is ready for summer with new vendors as well as a growing list of food trucks, activities, and events. There is always something to do at SoKY Marketplace. With June [...]