People

 FRANKFORT -- Two state lawmakers with an extensive   background in education are the recipients of the 2011 KIDS First  Advocacy   Award from the Kentucky School Boards Association (KSBA).

 MOUNT WASHINGT ON -- Inspired to help children suffering from long-term medical hair loss, Bullitt East student Casie Harlow, 16, decided to put her flowing locks to good use when she recently visited a local hair salon. 

 NICHOLS - When his parents finally allow him to do so, it becomes quite an adventure.

  Jose Rosario was presented a Congressional Letter of Commendation from U.S. Rep. Brett Guthrie for his work researching and bringing to light the work done by Henry Mattingly, who was awarded the Medal of Honor for serving in the Civil War.

Steve Miller made the presentation and Rosario was joined by LJ mayor Butch Sweat and many of the volunteers who make the Bullitt County History Museum special.