It’s been 16 years since a Senate seat opened in Kentucky, one that was filled by the election of Rand Paul in 2010. Now, with the impending departure of Mitch McConnell — who has not only served in the Senate since 1985 but is also the longest-serving Senate party leader ever — another significant opening […]
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New subdivision proposed in unincorporated Campbell County, more in NKY gov
This week at NKY government meetings, Grand Communities LLC is requesting a zone change and approval of plans for a new subdivision near Campbell County High School. Keep reading to find out what happened in local government over the past week and what you need to know for this week. What happened last week in […]
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Forensic auditor explains Fort Thomas’ $847K discrepancy as residents question oversight
Questions about financial oversight and accountability took center stage during Thursday’s Fort Thomas City Council meeting as officials and residents discussed the findings of a forensic audit. The special meeting gave city council members and residents an opportunity to question representatives from accounting firm Dean Dorton about the city’s financial discrepancies, years of accounting problems […]
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Wilder’s Bentwood Hills Drive could reopen within days after months-long culvert closure
A portion of Bentwood Hills Drive in Wilder, which has been closed for more than five months after a culvert failure, is set to reopen soon as the city nears completion of a major replacement project. Wilder City Administrator Terry Vance told city council on Oct. 5 that the project at Bentwood Hills Drive and […]
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Florence Flock cameras remain off as city forms review committee
Florence’s Flock Safety cameras remain deactivated as the city prepares to begin a broader review of the license plate reader technology. Florence and the Boone County Sheriff’s Office are forming a joint committee of law enforcement, legal, and information technology security experts to examine the cameras from public safety, privacy and oversight perspectives. The group […]
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Florence to provide update on Flock Cameras, more in NKY gov
This week at NKY government meetings, Florence will provide an update regarding Flock Cameras. Keep reading to find out what happened in local government over the past week and what you need to know for this week. What happened last week in NKY government? SD1 defends design decision for massive Boone County sewer project Sanitation District […]
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How Fort Thomas is changing financial oversight after a $847K accounting discrepancy
After a forensic audit put Fort Thomas’ accounting discrepancy at more than $847,000, up from the $322,000 previously identified, city officials say they have added new financial safeguards to prevent years of accounting errors from piling up again. The changes follow more than a year of scrutiny over the city’s financial records and questions about […]
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Newport’s Mansion Hill Park upgrades could go beyond a new playground
Newport is considering additional upgrades to Mansion Hill Park, including new landscaping, pathways, fencing and improvements to the park’s shelter. Newport Assistant City Manager Brian Steffen presented early design concepts for the park at 524 3rd St. to the Newport City Commission on Sept. 28, building on previously approved plans for new playground equipment and […]
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Underused Newport park could become community garden
A small west side park in Newport could be transformed into a community garden under a resident-led proposal aimed at creating a space that serves more of the neighborhood. Residents have proposed converting Freudenberg Park, located in the 700 block of Liberty Street, from a playground into a community garden with raised beds, landscaping, fencing […]
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Newport, Cold Spring, Crescent Springs to vote on property tax rates, more in NKY gov
This week at NKY government meetings, three Northern Kentucky cities are set to vote on property tax rates. Keep reading to find out what happened in local government over the past week and what you need to know for this week. What happened last week in NKY government? Safety concerns spur Boone County discussion on e-bike, […]