Covington-based Corporex has landed an anchor tenant for its billion-dollar Ovation mixed-use development in Newport. MegaCorp Logistics, a a transportation logistics firm specializing in full and less-than-truckload shipments across North America, has signed a long-term lease agreement with Corporex. The firm will occupy two floors, or 40 percent, of the first office building located within the […]
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Future Covington Life Sciences lab has been a year in the making
Earlier this year, the state of Kentucky allocated $15 million for a 10,000 square foot life sciences lab in Covington. The discussion that inspired the line item in Kentucky’s recently approved biennial budget began over a year ago. Covington leaders, scientists, medical researchers, and technical experts gathered together to discuss future opportunities. The group included […]
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Covington businesses rewarded for hiring veterans, ‘second chance workers’
The City of Covington’s Economic Development Department and the Kentucky Education and Workforce Development Cabinet are collaborating on a free seminar this Friday aimed at local businesses in need of workers. The “Discovering Untapped Talent” program will begin at 2 p.m. at the Hellmann Creative Center at 321 MLK Jr. Blvd./12th St. It will explain […]
Posted inElections
Kenton County coroner no longer faces Republican party primary challenge
Incumbent Kenton County Coroner Amber Constantino had one Republican primary challenger, Jessica Cooper. But Cooper told LINK nky Monday she is no longer running. Duties of a Coroner Coroners perform post-mortem examinations and investigations for a variety of death circumstances including, but not limited to, deaths that appear to be caused by homicide or violence, […]
Posted inCulture
Remake Learning Days Across America returning to NKY
Remake Learning Days Across America returns to Covington this spring in with family-friendly learning events designed to engage caregivers, parents and kids around the country. Organizations like the Kenton County Public Library and the Catalytic Fund are coordinating the festival, bringing together other regional organizations to host more than 100 events during the Greater Cincinnati […]
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Covington looking for lifeguards, pool attendants
For generations, the summer experience of many Covington teens has revolved around hanging out at the city’s three swim facilities, whether they were working at the facilities or enjoying a day of leisure at the pool. As the 2022 pool season approaches, Covington Parks & Rec and SwimSafe Pool Management are currently looking to hire […]
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What a property valuation administrator does and why these Kenton County candidates are running
Incumbent Kenton County Property Valuation Administrator Darlene Plummer has one Republican party primary challenger, Michael Constantino. The primary is scheduled for Tuesday, May 17. Duties of a Property Valuation Administrator A PVA’s job is to assess property at 100 percent fair market value, taking into consideration the property’s size, shape, location, use, and condition. The […]
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TIF funding for Covington Central Riverfront project on former IRS site nears approval
The City of Covington is charging forward in their mission to help finance future development projects, specifically their marquee development, the Covington Central Riverfront project, located at the site of the former IRS building. The Covington city commission next Tuesday is slated to authorize Mayor Joe Meyer to sign a tax incentive agreement that will […]
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Florence Y’alls introduce Family Sundays
In a new partnership with Republic Bank, Florence Y’alls baseball is allowing children 12 and under to receive free admission for eight Sunday home games at Thomas More Stadium during the upcoming 2022 Frontier League season. Additionally, children will have free access to the Kid’s Zone featuring inflatable playsets, slides and basketball hoops. “We’re excited […]
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Kentucky Refugee Ministries and Life Learning Center to host Afghan welcoming lunch in Covington
Kentucky Refugee Ministries, in collaboration with Life Learning Center, will host over 32 Afghan refugees families who’ve resettled into Northern Kentucky for a welcome event. The luncheon will take place on May 7 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 20 West 18th Street in Covington. Over 70,000 people were evacuated to the United States […]
