SUMMARY: During their spring break trip to Italy, the Girtz family from Lexington, Kentucky, had an unforgettable encounter at the Vatican. While exploring Rome, their 8-year-old son, Ethan, made an unlikely request to meet Pope Francis, something his family dismissed as impossible. However, while walking through the holy doors, they were unexpectedly greeted by the Pope, who called Ethan out of the crowd for a handshake and introduction. The heartwarming moment made headlines, and Ethan’s schoolmates now refer to him as “The Pope Kid.” For the Girtz family, this divine encounter became a cherished memory they’ll hold forever.

Their trip from Kentucky to the Vatican turned into a divine encounter they’ll never forget.

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SUMMARY: The Ohio River is finally receding after weeks of flooding, with levels expected to drop below flood stage by Sunday. The river crested at 36.6 feet on Wednesday but has since dropped to 32.4 feet. Despite some areas, like the Great Lawn, still being submerged, the water should continue to recede by early next week. This weekend will bring sunny weather with temperatures in the upper 50s to low 60s on Saturday and near 70 on Sunday. While conditions improve, chilly temperatures overnight may cause frost, and allergy sufferers should prepare for worsening tree pollen levels.

WLKY meteorologist Eric Zernich’s Friday evening forecast

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SUMMARY: Baxter’s 942 bar, closed for five months after its liquor license was not renewed, could soon reopen following a judge’s recommendation to restore the license. The closure followed community complaints about noise and violence, including shootings near the bar, although not on its property. The judge ruled that denying the license based on third-party criminal activity was unreasonable. Despite the ruling, local neighbors, especially those at a nearby dog park, oppose the bar’s reopening. Louisville Metro ABC has 15 days to file for an exception, with the final decision resting with a three-judge panel.

WLKY Investigates: Judge calls decision not to renew Baxter 942’s liquor license ‘unreasonable’

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