Daily Briefing: New $92.5 million bourbon distillery project is coming to Kentucky

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Today we can expect another sunny day with a high of 82.

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Last week, Gov. Andy Beshear announced a $92.5 million distillery and tourism project by Saga Spirits Group. The project will include a new distillery, interactive visitor center, lodging options, restaurant, tasting room, retail shop and event space. Learn more about the project and see where it'll be located.

In other news:

• Bourbon: Speaking of distilleries, are you traveling the Kentucky Bourbon Trail or hosting out-of-town guests in Louisville? Here are six great bourbon bars to try in "Bourbon City."
• Gerth: Southern Baptist seminary leader Al Mohler was inducted into Faithful America's False Prophet Hall of Fame for harming Christian values, our Joe Gerth explains in his latest column.
• Entertainment: The Gaslight Festival celebrates 55 years in 2024. With a parade, car show, balloon glow, entertainment, arts and crafts, music & more, we have a full guide to help before you go.
• Student of the Week: It's once again time to recognize outstanding high school students, but we need your help with selecting the best of the best. Vote for the Student of the Week here.

From the Sports Desk

C.L. Brown picks: From now until the end of regular season, our C.L. Brown will take a look at the betting lines for college football games and come up with an early look at his favorite picks for the week. See what Week 2 looks like.

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Yesterday, thousands of people came out for the Mayor's Hike, Bike & Paddle in downtown Louisville during Labor Day. See all the photos from the event by viewing Matt Stone's gallery.

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You can expect to see more headline tomorrow.

Until then,

Ray

This article originally appeared on Louisville Courier Journal: Daily Briefing: New $92.5 million bourbon distillery project is coming to Kentucky