Rumpke is offering free 64-gallon recycling carts to all Fort Thomas residents who receive weekly recycling service. Previously, Rumpke was leasing these bins to residents for a dollar a month and the 96-gallon trash carts for an additional fee. In August, city council learned that the lowest bid for collection was from Rumpke, an increase […]
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Rules for Pedestrians in Kentucky
Not only in the cities, but through rural Campbell County, pedestrians must be aware of traffic and other dangers while walking, beyond just looking both ways before crossing. In order to minimize the potential dangers for all, the Legislature has set several rules for pedestrians. These rules may seem obvious but I believe it may […]
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LISTEN: Fort Thomas Superintendent Weighs in on Pension Proposal
Fort Thomas Independent Schools Superintendent, Karen Cheser, with her thoughts on the pension proposal given by Gov. Matt Bevin on Oct. 18. “Keeping the Promise” proposal (link). PHOTO: Dr. Karen Cheser, FTM file.
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Fort Thomas Resident Appointed to Kentucky Housing Corporation Board
Tammy Weidinger, president and CEO of Brighton Center, was among those appointed to the Kentucky Housing Corporation Board of Directors, Tuesday by Gov. Matt Bevin. Weidinger’s 34-year history with Brighton Center began with front line work with individuals and families and led to her current position, responsible for leadership of Bright Center programs. She is […]
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Gov. Bevin, Senate President Stivers and House Speaker Hoover Unveil Plan to Save Kentucky’s Pension Systems
Gov. Matt Bevin, together with Senate President Robert Stivers and House Speaker Jeff Hoover, today unveiled “Keeping the Promise” — a comprehensive plan to save Kentucky’s ailing public pension systems. “There is no such thing as an insurmountable obstacle,” said Gov. Bevin. “We, as a Commonwealth, have a moral and legal obligation to fulfill the […]
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Longtime Fort Thomas Business Moving
A longtime Fort Thomas business is moving a few miles away to Southgate. River Hills Pediatrics, started by Fort Thomas resident, Dr. William J. Beckmeyer, is moving its location at 602 S. Fort Thomas Avenue to the South Hill Medical Center in Southgate on Alexandria Pike. Call Ashley Barlow. 859-781-5777. This is an advertisement.
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Team Believe Fundraiser: We Will Fight
The night before Thanksgiving is always a time when old friends convene. This year, you can do that while supporting a local man who has had his life take a different course than originally planned. A night of fellowship, fun and fundraising that will include silent and live auctions, door raffles and split-the-pot will support […]
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Performance Chiropractic Opening Second Location in Alexandria
PERFORMANCE CHIROPRACTIC 419 Licking Pike Suite B Wilder, KY 41071 859.360.0664 Dr. Steve Hannegan has a reputation for sound judgement, steady hands, empathy and experience. He opened Performance Chiropractic in 2011. Patients hold him in the highest regard. He has been described as an honest man full of integrity and his expertise extends beyond just […]
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Fort Thomas Residents to Air on The Price is Right
Set your DVR’s. Fort Thomas residents, Denise and Mackenzie Grause, traveled to the set of The Price is Right this summer and their episode will air this Thursday, October 19.
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Update on Mayor Eric Haas
Fort Thomas mayor, Eric Haas, suffered a heart attack on Sunday, October 8. He was airlifted to a Dayton area hospital, where he had successful surgery to clear blockages on Friday, October 13. His wife, Jan, reported that everything went as planned during the procedures. Haas updated his status, via Jan’s Facebook page. Call Dr. […]