Multiple shootings have occurred in West Latonia within the past month, leaving residents of the Covington neighborhood taking their concerns to social media and the police. Discussions around the shootings between have taken place on the West Latonia Neighbors Facebook page. Public comments under the posts have ranged from critical to proactive, with some urging […]
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Are you an artist who wants to be part of BLINK?
BLINK is inviting local artists to submit ideas for short-term projects to supplement the lights and art festival scheduled for October. The ArtsWave Fall 2022 Mini-Grant Program offers support for local artists and organizations, and applications are now open. Applicants should know whether they’ve been chosen by Aug. 26. Artists of all disciplines living in […]
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Online trend blamed for damage to Covington resident’s vehicle
Covington resident Brandon Wheeler was headed out the door of his Austinburg home last Friday morning to make an appointment. Wheeler reached into his pocket, pulled out his key fob for his Kia Soul and pressed the unlock door button, but there was no ‘click’ noise. “I clicked the button on my remote to unlock […]
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Here’s when you can engage with officials from Covington, Newport this week
Looking to stay up to date on what’s happening with the city governments in Covington and Newport? Here is a roundup of the meetings open to the public for the week of July 18 to 22. RELATED: When/where Campbell County officials are meeting this week Monday, July 18 The Newport Board of Commissioners is having […]
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Newport announces new intermediate school principal
Newport Independent Schools hired a veteran educator with experience as an administrator as the new principal of Newport Intermediate School. Jennifer Michael just completed her tenth year in public education and her seventh year at Newport. “I hired Jennifer as a business teacher at Newport High School when I was the principal,” said Newport Independent […]
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Chicago blues musician, Johnny Iguana, and The Claudettes coming to Southgate House Revival
Northern Kentucky music fans have will have an opportunity to catch seasoned veterans of the blues scene, at one of the region’s most historic venues. Chicago blues musician Johnny Iguana and his band, The Claudettes, are coming to the Southgate House Revival in Newport on August 26. The Claudettes last played at the Southgate House […]
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Northern Kentucky getting its own in-service police training academy
Northern Kentucky is getting its own in-service training academy, providing local police departments with the opportunity to localize annual officer training. On Thursday, police leaders across Northern Kentucky gathered at the Fort Thomas Community Center and Mess Hall where a certificate was presented that bestowed Northern Kentucky with its own in-service training academy. John Moberly, executive director […]
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Bengals to unveil new helmet with help of Boone Co. Distilling co-founder, team executive says
The Cincinnati Bengals will be getting a second helmet, according to Ryan Holmes, the team’s director of corporate partnerships, who spoke Tuesday at the NKY Chamber of Commerce’s Eggs ‘N Issues event. Holmes said at the event that longtime Bengals suite holder, Jack Wells, will aid the Bengals in some way with their helmet unveiling. […]
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BLINK is coming to NKY: Here’s what to know
BLINK is coming to Northern Kentucky once more. Officials involved with the public art and light event gathered for a press conference in Covington Tuesday to make the announcement. “We are thrilled and honored to be welcoming BLINK back to Covington,” Julie Kirkpatrick, president and CEO of meetNKY. “We believe in the power of this […]
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Alexandria Brewing helped co-founder get through tough times
Alexandria Brewing Company, better known as ABC, is more than a realization of a business idea. It is the physical manifestation of a man’s internal battle with difficult experiences. ABC is located in a former Jeff Wyler auto dealership off of Alexandria Pike. The brewery is one of the most visible businesses in Alexandria, serving […]