A local hero served as the Grand Marshal in the Oldham County Day Parade Saturday.
The post said that Nick continues to recover, although his progress is slow, he remains dedicated.
You can give blood in honor of a local hero next week.
The Louisville police officer is making remarkable progress in his recovery after he was shot in the head outside the Old National Bank in downtown Louisville in April 2023.
This year, Louisville Metro Police Officer Nick Wilt will be honored and is the official "Super Star" who will flip the switch to light up the city, according to the Light Up La Grange website.
After being in critical condition for weeks, battling pneumonia and undergoing various therapies, Wilt was released from rehab in July.
Next Saturday, Sept. 23, a benefit motorcycle ride will raise money for Wilt and his family.
A car show at Mall St. Matthews Friday night was the last fundraiser for the week of events.
The jam-packed five-day extravaganza of events will help raise money for the officer and his family.
While heading home, Nick and his family made a drive-by appearance at the Southeast Christian Church on Blankenbaker Parkway, where hundreds of people who have been praying for his recovery, showed their support.