Written by Verona resident, Cecilia Tombelli Boone County in Northern Kentucky has attracted many of us because it is a wonderful place to live. Rolling hills, pleasant weather, a peaceful community, plentiful jobs, schools and lakes. But growth since the 90’s has brought challenges in infrastructure, housing, traffic, and development. Those growing pains require leadership […]
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Opinion: The Chet Hand I know
Written by Robert Norris The race for Boone County Judge Executive seems to be everywhere this year, at least by all the signs. While I do not know Gary Moore personally, I do know Chet Hand—and I’ve known him since he moved here. At that time, Chet was hired into a role where he reported […]
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How this NKY volunteer helps Meals on Wheels drive the mission
Each day, Meals on Wheels of Southwest Ohio and Northern Kentucky delivers more than 4,600 meals to seniors across a 13-county region. Drivers collectively travel about 50,000 miles each month to ensure seniors receive nutritious food, points of connection and wellness checks. Reaching nearly 11,000 seniors each year, essential services are driven by Meals on […]
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Opinion: Why a transition to local government is a natural step for a teacher
Written by Shari Kilmer During my 32-year career as an educator, I had the privilege of working with students from all walks of life. Each child brought their own strengths, challenges, and goals. Over those years, I learned something that extends far beyond education. No two people are the same. When helping a child succeed, […]
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Proudworks Expands Impact Across the Region with Renovations, Open House, and Summer Events
For over five decades, Proudworks has been changing lives across Northern Kentucky—helping individuals with disabilities and other challenges discover their potential, gain meaningful employment, access transportation, and build confidence through work. What began in 1973 as the Boone Adult Work Activity Center (BAWAC) has grown into a cornerstone nonprofit serving the region. Today, Proudworks is […]
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Sen. Frommeyer’s Legislative Update: The 2026 Legislative Session Comes to a Close
As legislators returned to Frankfort for the final days of the 2026 Kentucky General Assembly, our focus was clear: finish with purpose and deliver results that matter to families across the commonwealth. Even in the closing hours, both chambers worked with discipline and resolve to advance policies that strengthen communities, support economic growth and position […]
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International and first-generation college students at NKU are inaugural recipients of scholarship named for first Northern Kentucky Tri-ED president
Three Northern Kentucky University students received funding this academic year from the James F. West, Jr. Economic Development Scholarship, named for the first president of the Northern Kentucky Tri-County Economic Development Corporation (now BE NKY Growth Partnership). Jim spent 35 years working in economic development and association management in Columbus, Georgia, Northern Kentucky, and Augusta, […]
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Remembering Katie Meyer: NKY community leader
Katie Meyer, beloved wife, daughter, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, passed away on the morning of April 16 after a courageous battle with cancer. Katie, born April 28, 1984, will be remembered for the way she lived: fully, generously, and fearlessly. She was brilliant, vibrant, thoughtful, and kind. Her spirit, humor, and compassion left a […]
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Opinion: A bright spot for conservation funding in Kentucky
Written by Heather Jeffs, The Nature Conservancy’s director of external affairs in Kentucky. Legislators from across Kentucky have now concluded their work in Frankfort for this year’s legislative session. Over the past 60 legislative days, they have debated a long list of complex issues impacting the daily lives of Kentuckians, the most significant of which […]
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Press release: Statement from Senate President Robert Stivers regarding Judge Julie Muth Goodman’s impeachment proceedings
FRANKFORT, Ky. (April 15, 2026) — Senate President Robert Stivers, R-Manchester, released the following statement after the committee meeting regarding the impeachment of Fayette Circuit Judge Julie Muth Goodman. “As clearly established in the Constitution of Kentucky, the Kentucky Senate holds the sole authority to conduct impeachment proceedings in the commonwealth. That authority is exclusive, […]