What you need to know A key committee has advanced a proposed zone change in Boone County that, if passed, could expand the scope of a proposed subdivision near Union. On Oct. 29, the Boone County Planning Commission’s zone change committee recommended approval of a complex zone change requested by Edgewood-based Arlinghaus Builders. The request […]
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Carnegie Flats restoration brings new life to historic Covington block
A rainy day couldn’t quash the bright mood of A.M. Titan Principal Anthony Bradford. Bradford, who leads the Covington-based contractor, debuted one of the firm’s most ambitious restoration projects in the heart of the city. Carnegie Flats, located at 1019 Scott Blvd., is just the latest historical restoration to finish in Covington. In 1983, USA […]
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New police navigator program connects Kenton County residents to treatment
Kenton County and the City of Covington are joining together on a program to steer people struggling with addiction, mental health issues and other social crises away from the criminal justice system and toward treatment and recovery. On Tuesday, the Kenton County Fiscal Court executed an interlocal agreement with the City of Covington to establish […]
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Lasting legacy: Egelston Maynard Sports celebrates 80 years as a Covington mainstay
What you need to know Although stores and restaurants have come and gone over the decades, Egelston Maynard Sports has remained an enduring presence on Covington’s Madison Avenue. To survive in a retail landscape dominated by national chains and online e-commerce giants, Egelston Maynard adapts to stay competitive while maintaining an authentic hometown connection with […]
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Boone County revisits proposal to ease backyard chicken restrictions
What you need to know Boone County leaders are once again weighing whether to loosen zoning rules that restrict residents in unincorporated areas from keeping backyard chickens, rabbits and bees. Boone County Commissioner Chet Hand first broached the topic at a June 17 fiscal court meeting when he asked the planning commission to research and […]
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Union recognizes new Board of Elections voting precincts after 2024 ballot mix-up
The City of Union has officially recognized the Boone County Board of Elections’ reorganization of countywide voting precincts in an effort to minimize future ballot confusion in the wake of the 2024 election. On Monday, the Union City Commission acknowledged the board of elections’ reorganization of the county’s voting precincts, eight of which have ties […]
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What does the future look like for CVG?
Since becoming CEO of Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, Larry Krauter has pursued a forward-looking vision when leading the region’s most significant economic asset. Krauter assumed the reins from longtime executive Candace McGraw in the spring of this year after spending nearly 15 years as the CEO of the Spokane International Airport in Washington. McGraw, a […]
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Boone County selects firm to build new multi-use path
Boone County has selected a construction company to build out a section of its growing multi-use path network. The county has an extensive network of multi-use paths designed for pedestrians, cyclists and other non-motorized travelers. The paths are typically found beside roads or within parks and green space corridors. The paths provide dedicated space for […]
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From McDonalds to sushi: Chef brings Asian flavor to Mainstrasse
Restaurateur Pim Chang learned the ropes of the restaurant business by working at a McDonald’s while growing up. Chang, who is from Hong Kong, said preparing McDonald’s fries helped him realize the creativity involved in something as standardized as preparing McDonald’s food. The differences in how fries are prepared around the world highlights the uniqueness […]
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Residents raise traffic concerns over Arlinghaus development proposed in Union
Boone County residents showed up in droves to question a prospective suburban development near the Westbrook Estates subdivision in Union. Edgewood-based homebuilder, Arlinghaus Builders, has requested a complex zoning map amendment and concept development plan change for five adjoining zoning tracts within the City of Union and Boone County. If the commission ultimately approves the […]
