Passing a balanced two-year budget is one of the most important responsibilities the General Assembly has during even-numbered years. Budget discussions are ongoing as lawmakers review spending priorities, agency requests and the commonwealth’s long-term fiscal outlook. The House of Representatives has advanced its initial proposal, and the Senate will carefully review and amend the plan. […]
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Opinion: A response to Senator Shelley Funke Frommeyer on student walkouts
Written by Carolyn Hankins Wolfe, Boone County Board of Education Member Senator Funke Frommeyer says school hours should focus on “the basics.” Reading. Writing. Arithmetic. You know what’s also a basic? Civics. Public schools weren’t created to produce compliant test-takers. Leaders like Thomas Jefferson argued that public education was essential to preserving liberty. James Madison […]
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Opinion: Housing and more in Newport – a progress story
Written by Julie Smith-Morrow, Newport Vice Mayor Families face difficult decisions to make ends meet. One of their biggest challenges is finding a way to secure quality, affordable housing. Newport is a three square mile city set between neighboring cities and rivers–bordered by the Ohio River on the north, the cities of Southgate and Fort […]
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Gynecologic Cancers: What You Need to Know
St. Elizabeth Healthcare offers specialized care for patients facing gynecologic cancer. With two comprehensive cancer centers serving Greater Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky and Southeastern Indiana, the team expands treatment options and builds a plan of care designed for each person’s needs. High-quality, personalized cancer care is right here when you need it most. Q: What are […]
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A community of collaboration and innovation grows at SparkHaus
Described as the “engine for entrepreneurship in Northern Kentucky,” SparkHaus opened its doors last fall. Even before opening, the long-anticipated home for area entrepreneurs and technology innovators had attracted interest. Several founders, as well as businesses that support and serve startups, had already signed up for space in the historic building in downtown Covington. Blue […]
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Opinion: Thoughts on students protesting during school hours
Written by Shelley Funke Frommeyer, Kentucky State Senator, District 24 I’ve been troubled by a recent article in LINK nky about student walkouts in our Northern Kentucky schools protesting ICE actions. What stands out most isn’t the topic itself, but the way the piece frames these events with language that feels more like a call […]
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Letter to the Editor: Say No to the SAVE Act
Written by Karen Brown, Coordinator, LWV of NKY The Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, has been vigorously opposed by the League of Women Voters since its inception. While this Act can appear as a method to ensure non-citizens do not vote, the reality is that it will create barriers that are burdensome for voters […]
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Everything Trails, All in One Place
If you love bikes, trails, or just being outside with good people and good vibes, mark your calendar now. The 4th Annual CORA Bike & Trail Expo is rolling back into Cincinnati—and this year it’s bigger, more connected, and more community-driven than ever. Join fellow outdoor enthusiasts on Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 10am–3pm at […]
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Sen. Frommeyer’s Legislative Update: Week six of the 2026 Legislative Session
As we wrap up week six of the 2026 Legislative Session, the pace of work in Frankfort is accelerating. With fuller committee agendas, legislation is moving to the floor and priorities are advancing with thoughtful debate. At this point in the session, more than 100 pieces of legislation have officially passed at least one chamber. […]
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If It’s Surgery, It’s at Christ.
If you’ve ever been told that you or someone you love needs surgery, you know how quickly everything can change. Suddenly, the questions feel bigger.Where should I go?Who can I trust?What kind of care will I receive? It’s a decision no one takes lightly — and one that deserves more than a promise. Across Northern […]