The Kenton County Fiscal Court chambers were packed Tuesday night as dozens of county police officers lined the room to watch James “Jim” Gilpin be sworn in as the department’s new chief. The Fiscal Court unanimously approved Gilpin’s appointment, ratifying an executive order that sets his pay at $134,680.48 a year as an exempt employee, […]
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Erlanger Council to consider adopting Kentucky landlord-tenant law
Erlanger could soon join several Northern Kentucky neighbors in adopting a state framework that regulates landlord-tenant relationships. Councilwoman Jennifer Jasper-Lucas introduced the idea at this week’s Erlanger City Council meeting. She recommended that the council give the Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (URLTA) a first reading at its upcoming Nov. 4 meeting. Jasper-Lucas said […]
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Kenton County to name new park pavilion for retiring Commissioner Jon Draud
Kenton County’s newest park will soon be named for one of its longest-serving public officials. The Kenton County Fiscal Court voted last week to name the future four-season pavilion at the upcoming Fox Ridge Park the Dr. Jon Draud Pavilion. Judge/Executive Kris Knochelmann proposed the honor during his report, calling the park a major investment […]
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Erlanger honors Rep. Steve Doan with proclamation after League of Cities Award
Erlanger City Council recognized State Rep. Steve Doan twice Tuesday night at its monthly meeting. He was honored first with the Kentucky League of Cities’ Friend of Kentucky Cities Award, then with a proclamation from Mayor Jessica Fette naming Oct. 7, 2026, “Steve Doan Day” in the city. Representatives from the Kentucky League of Cities, […]
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Kenton County approves $14.4M first construction phase for ‘Fox Ridge Park’
The Kenton County Fiscal Court voted unanimously Tuesday to approve a $14,452,795 first-phase contract with Prus Construction, clearing the way for site work to begin next week on what officials are calling Fox Ridge Park. Crews are expected to mobilize on the 225-acre site, formerly Fox Run Golf Course, off Independence Station Road, on Sept. […]
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Fort Wright proposes property tax cut
Fort Wright is moving forward on a proposed property tax cut. The Fort Wright City Council suggested a real property tax rate between $1.85 and $1.87 per $1,000 of assessed value on Wednesday, a 6-7% decrease from the current $1.99 rate and a continuation of a downward trend that has taken the rate from $2.48 […]
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Erlanger Police introduce new K9: Samo
The Erlanger Police Department introduced its newest K9 officer, Samo, at the city’s monthly council meeting on Tuesday. Lieutenant Colonel Michael Clark, assistant police chief, introduced Samo, telling council the department has had a good relationship with Nancy Haverkamp, co-founder of the Matt Haverkamp Foundation, and encouraging residents to learn about her son Matt’s story. […]
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Move over, Topgolf: Kenton County’s driving ranges are coming for you
After seeing huge growth in golfers at its driving ranges, Kenton County leaders voted this week to continue the partnership with Indigo Sports, the company that manages its golf courses. The extension of agreement with Indigo, a subsidiary of Scottsdale-based golf management giant Troon, came after a presentation from Troon’s vice president of operations about […]
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Kenton County Fiscal Court votes to terminate animal services director, coordinator
The Kenton County Fiscal Court voted unanimously to terminate Animal Services Director Kelly Sauer and Canine Behavior Coordinator Trevor Diaz Waggoner at Tuesday’s meeting. Among the executive orders passed in the latter half of the meeting were three pertaining to the personnel of the Kenton County Animal Shelter. The first order approved Sauer’s termination, followed […]
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Kenton County concludes Site Readiness Initiative, future development still possible
The Kenton County Fiscal Court has officially closed the book on its rural land Site Readiness Initiative, or SRI. While the SRI itself is officially over, the tension between preserving Kenton County’s agricultural heritage and preparing for regional economic growth remains an issue for the community. During its meeting on Tuesday, the fiscal court passed […]
