Our Kenton County reporter Alecia Ricker shares her five favorite stories of the year: 1. Stewards of Sorcery: The partners of Hierophany & Hedge create a haven for everyone Meeting the owners of Hierophany & Hedge was almost as magical as the shop itself; knowing only what I had read of the duo and their […]
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Photos: 2022 in Northern Kentucky
A look back at 2022 in pictures. Behind BLINK: Artists put blood, sweat and lightbulbs into four-day event Artists spent months designing intricate light displays, interactive games with sound and movement, and performers perfected routines for weeks leading up to BLINK, the four day event spanning Northern Kentucky and Cincinnati. A look into the blood, […]
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No more one (or two) night stands: Covington slams the brakes on short-term rentals with emergency vote
Citing the surging number of short-term rentals in Northern Kentucky, the Covington Board of Commissioners approved two ordinances Tuesday night that establish a six-month moratorium on the licensing of short-term rental properties in the city. Votes were ushered in on an emergency basis, with the ordinances taking effect immediately without requiring a second vote. The […]
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Covington’s longest-serving city commissioner bids farewell
Tb he Covington Board of Commissioners bid “adieu” to its longest-serving member, Michelle Williams on Tue. Dec. 20 with a formal resolution. Williams, first elected in 2012 and then re-elected three times between 2016 and 2020, decided against running again this past election. Fellow commissioners told stories about Williams’ time on the Board and expressed […]
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Level 1 Snow Emergency issued for Kenton, Boone County, travel advisory for Campbell
Here’s to hoping you have all the provisions for French toast on hand as counties prepare for an impending cold front. A Level 1 Snow Emergency has been issued for Kenton County, effective Dec. 22, 2022 at 6 p.m. until the emergency has been lifted. In Boone County there is also a Level 1 Snow […]
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Fort Wright ushers in newly elected officials during at end of year special meeting
State Representative-elect Stephanie Dietz delivered the Oath of Office to all the newly elected officials of the City of Fort Wright during a special council meeting Wednesday at the Fort Wright Municipal Complex. Incumbents Margie Witt, Dave Abeln, Justin (Jay) Webber, Scott Wall, Bernie Wessels, along with Mayor Dave Hatter, welcomed Jason Collins to city […]
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Career assessment series to be held at Covington library
What do you wanna do when you grow up? Unless you’re Peter Pan, at some point we all have to grow up. With that march toward adulthood comes a flurry of decisions a high schooler must make: “Where will I go to college?” “What will I major in?” “Is that really what I want to […]
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Walton woman found safe in Clermont County
In an update to a story reported yesterday, the Walton woman reported missing by Kenton County Police has been found safe in Clermont County. Sasha Thompson was reported missing on Dec. 20, and Kenton County Police Department requested the assistance of the public in locating her. The department alerted residents to her last known whereabouts […]
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New program provides grants for prospective Covington homebuyers
A new City of Covington program can bring homeownership dreams closer for prospective buyers. Those looking for homes are encouraged to apply for grants of up to $15,000 under the new ARPA Mortgage Assistance Program recently approved by the Board of Commissioners. The city has set aside an additional $500,000 from American Rescue Plan Act […]
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Smooth-talking Grinch gets elf out of hot water
These merry pranksters were nabbed whilst wrapping a police cruiser with toilet paper like a Christmas gift. Allie the Elf of Alexandria was netted by Alexandria police over the weekend. Sources said that the Grinch conjured up the crafty escapade after taking a tour of the city’s downtown area. The pair paid visits to the […]