Kentucky Sen. Chris McDaniel (R-Ryland Heights), whose district includes much of Kenton County and who chairs the Senate Appropriations and Revenue Committee, spoke to the Kenton County Mayors Group in Lakeside Park on Saturday, where he discussed not only the results of the most recent legislative session but also the issues he wanted to focus […]
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Covington prepares for next year’s budget
The Covington Board of Commissioners and city staff met to discuss the budget for the upcoming fiscal year, where they discussed the city’s overall financial health, spending goals for next year and ways to control expenses.
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Independence considers installing splash pad in Memorial Park
Independence Mayor Chris Reinersman presented a positive budget report to the city council, and discussed the possibility of a splash pad at the council’s meeting in May.
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Residents call for expanded transportation at Kenton County planning meeting
Kenton County residents and officials discussed the need for expanded public transit networks at a recent open house for the Kenton County Planning Commission’s comprehensive plan. Another open house is scheduled for later in the week.
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Covington’s ‘Madison Mile’ project aims to draw visitors to city’s landmarks
The Covington Board of Commissioners is set to approve a pilot program for wayfinding signage along Madison Avenue to guide visitors to the city’s major landmarks.
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Can independents vote in the upcoming primary?
Independent voters in Kenton County can vote for the Covington City Board of Commissioners in the non-partisan local race regardless of their party affiliation. They can cast an absentee ballot or vote early in person in addition to voting normally Election Day.
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Can’t make it to the Derby? Latonia has you covered
Two businesses in Latonia are honoring the heritage of the historic Latonia Race Track by holding events this weekend, including a Derby watch party, screenings of documentaries about Kentucky horse racing, mocktails and contests for the best dressed man and lady’s hat.
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Latonia branch of Kenton County library clears public review
The Kenton County Planning Commission unanimously approved a public review of the new Latonia branch of the Kenton County Library, which will be located in the Latonia Commerce Center in Covington, at their meeting on May 2, 2024.
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What’s a city commissioner good for, anyway? How Covington’s city government works
In Kenton County, Covington is holding a nonpartisan primary for its Board of Commissioners, with 10 candidates running for four seats, and the mayor and board members share executive and legislative power under the city manager model.
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10 hopefuls vie for seats on Covington City CommissionÂ
Ten candidates are running for four open seats on the Covington Board of Commissioners, with varying focuses on small business support, community safety, economic development, infrastructure, and more.
