Safe and effective elder care is an urgent need for many families across the United States. Now, Kendal at Home, an elder care nonprofit, is one of the local organizations offering a solution. Kendal at Home is a Westlake, Ohio based at-home elder care organization. Founded in the late 1960s, the organization’s founding values are […]
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So, what exactly does a constable do?
Election primaries are drawing closer for local elections. Northern Kentucky residents will vote for candidates running for positions like judge/executive, family court judge, and coroner. But there’s one position on the ballot that draws vague curiosity from voters: Constable. No, it’s not quite the same as the English law enforcement position. Constables are one of […]
Posted inCulture
The Flying Pig Marathon is back, and three NKY runners are highlighted as contenders
One of the tri-state’s most marquee events is back. Cincinnati’s famous Flying Pig Marathon will take place from April 29 to May 1. The 24th Annual Flying Pig will feature an expected 30,000 participants from 47 out of 50 US states and 15 countries. The Flying Pig was first run in 1999 after being conceived […]
Posted inPreservation
Here’s how to join Saturday’s Great American Cleanup in Covington
The City of Covington is looking for volunteers for Saturday’s Great American Cleanup. Participants will descend on parks, medians, pocket gardens, and other public spots around Covington to pick up trash, plant flowers, spread mulch, pull weeds, and generally spruce up Covington. Are you interested in volunteering? Just arrive to one of the sites listed […]
Posted inBusiness
NKY Chamber of Commerce holding Annual Golf Outing and Clinic in August
The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce is hosting their Annual Chamber Golf Outing and Clinic on Wednesday, August 10 from 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. The outing is open to golfers of any skill level. The event will be held at the Golf Courses of Kenton County, located at 3908 Richardson Road in Independence. THe […]
Posted inNews
More people in Covington are recycling as part of program
“The Earth is what we all have in common,” Wendell Berry, the renowned Kentucky poet, essayist, environmental activist, and farmer, said. It was a fitting thought for the annual celebration of Earth Day last week. Sheila Fields, the City of Covington Solid Waste & Recycling division coordinator sees Earth Day as an opportunity to promote […]
Posted inBusiness
Velocity Esports hosts Grand Opening Weekend at Newport on the Levee
Grand Opening Weekend for Velocity Esports at Newport on the Levee went off without a hitch as local gaming enthusiasts rejoiced at the new 23,000 square foot entertainment venue. Families enjoyed a weekend of gaming, fun and food as locals flocked to the Levee to check out the buzz for themselves. Friday through Sunday, Velocity […]
Posted inNews
Girl Scouts of Kentucky’s Wilderness Road launches fund with Horizon Community Fund
The Girl Scouts of Kentucky’s Wilderness Road has established a fund partnership with Horizon Community Funds. This fund will support GSKWR’s work in providing leadership development for Kentucky’s girls. “The strength of Girl Scouts in Kentucky and their impact on Kentucky girls, the meaningful ways that they advocate for community engagement and create economic impact […]
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Covington leaders hope translating documents makes more people feel welcome
The City of Covington is making documents such as applications, guidelines, and fliers available in the Spanish language for the city’s Spanish-speaking residents. The move allows residents to more easily navigate homeowners programs. The Homebuyer Assistance, Homeowner Repair, and Lead Abatement are all programs that have been translated, with more coming down the pipeline. The […]
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Excavator knocks first hole into defunct IRS building
The first hole was knocked into the IRS “Flat Top” building in Covington on Monday. Observers said it was “almost gentle” the way that O’Rourke Wrecking Co. construction site superintendent Chris Ferguson drove the Caterpillar Excavator forward into position, then tapped against the facility’s southern wall. The jarring sound of breaking glass and falling brick […]
