ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — One more day until Friday, we’re almost there. Happy Thursday! According to Meteorologist Jill Szwed, sunshine will make its long-awaited return to the Capital Region today. After tomorrow though, unfortunately, the rest of the forecast is another story.

New York State workers with disabilities were honored Wednesday at the Capital Region Disabilities Employment Awards. The award ceremony was part of the New York State Industries for the Disabled’s annual meeting. Meanwhile, family members of Honoree Fleming, the woman killed on a rail trail in Castleton, are speaking out. Vermont State Police are investigating several leads into her case. These stories, and more, are covered in your five things to know this Thursday morning.

1. NYS workers with disabilities honored at annual employment awards ceremony

New York State workers with disabilities were honored Wednesday at the Capital Region Disabilities Employment Awards. The award ceremony was part of the New York State Industries for the Disabled’s annual meeting.

2. Son of Castleton homicide victim speaks out

The family of Honoree Fleming, the woman killed on a rail trail in Castleton, are speaking out. Vermont State Police are investigating several leads into her case.

3. Bethlehem voters approve auditorium renovation project

A project to renovate the Bethlehem Middle School auditorium can move forward after voters approved a capital project.

4. Averill Park CSD to offer free meals to all students

A local school district will soon provide free breakfast and lunch to all of its students. Free meals in the Averill Park Central School District begin on Nov. 1.

5. Malta eatery, music venue opening second location in Albany

Nanola, a restaurant and live music venue with New Orleans influences in Malta, is getting a second location in Albany. Owner Shane Spillenger said Nanola South will be located in the former Parish Public House at 388 Broadway.