Good morning, Frankfort.

Kentucky lawmakers honored 12-year-old Avory Woolery (who rescued a man from drowning earlier this summer) when he received a citation of achievement and met with the governor; his classmates are now buzzing with questions about his brave act.

Ashbrook Hotel now sells bourbon by bottle for guests and visitors at its boutique on Washington Street.

The rotating selection includes brands like Eagle Rare and E.H. Taylor Small Batch — inventory is limited.

Shae Hopkins, KET’s CEO, announced on Wednesday she will retire at the end of the year after 17 years of leading the network — under her tenure, weekly viewership grew to over 2 million and the network earned 40 regional Emmy awards.

Frankfort High senior Quinten Bryan began a photography internship at The State Journal to boost his photography and journalism skills, the paper said.

He is eager to capture local moments of pride (a focus of his internship) as part of an initiative supporting local youth.

Western Hills freshman Ayla Tolentino qualified for the National FFA Agriscience Fair by winning first place in Division 1 Social Systems at the state contest.

She will compete nationally from Oct. 21 to Oct. 24 in Indianapolis and mark her second trip after a top ten finish last year.

Crews are finishing the city's new Fire Station 1 at 221 W.

Second St. despite weather delays, and the $12 million facility will include a fitness room + bunk rooms; officials expect completion in November or December.

Overnight lane closures begin Friday on I-64 east and west between mile markers 53 and 58 to install pavement markers and rumble strips.

Motorists are urged to allow extra travel time from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. through Aug. 28 — except on the night of Aug. 22.