A dispute over organized sports in Erlanger parks has come to an end after the enacting of a new ordinance. The vote, during a special meeting Tuesday night, follows a prolonged dispute among city residents about organized sports in Elranger’s parks, specifically Flagship Park, which, until recently, served as the practice ground for the Blessed […]
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Covington officer involved in fatal shooting won’t be prosecuted
The Covington officer involved a struggle that resulted in a man’s death earlier this month will not be prosecuted, Kenton County Commonwealth Attorney Rob Sanders said at a press conference Wednesday. Ethan Livingood shot Ludlow resident Garren Patty on July 9 after what Sanders called a violent attack on the officer. Sanders discussed the results […]
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Kenton County leaders to meet with state legislators about road projects
Mayors and other public officials from Kenton County identified several road improvement and expansion projects to focus on and set a date to meet with state legislators during a meeting Saturday. Erlanger Mayor Jessica Fette broke down the projects into three categories: road expansion projects already on the books, possible future road projects and the […]
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Development of former Willie’s Sports Cafe site in Covington hits roadblock
A Covington homeowner has challenged a zoning change that would allow for the development of townhomes at the former site of Willie’s Sports Cafe in Covington. The Kenton County Planning Commission recommended a zoning change for the land at their meeting on June 1. However, now that a county resident has appealed the approval, the […]
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Mayors discuss ‘political hot potato’ of new medical marijuana law
A group of Kenton County mayors that meets monthly discussed Saturday what to do about a new law that allows Kentuckians to use medically regulated cannabis for certain conditions, such as cancer, chronic pain and seizure disorders among others. “This is coming in your direction,” said Erlanger Mayor Jessica Fette at the meeting. “It’s only […]
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Erlanger sports teams may soon have to apply for permits to practice in city parks
UPDATE: The City of Erlanger has announced the official time of the second reading of the new parks ordinance. The relevant lines have been been updated. –LINK nky editorial, July 14, 2023 A dispute over organized sports in Erlanger parks could soon come to a resolution with the potential passage of a new ordinance. The […]
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Beechwood Independent School District challenges Christ Hospital property tax exemption
Charitable Organizations The Beechwood Independent School District has challenged the tax-exempt status of a cluster of properties on Dixie Highway in Fort Wright belonging to The Christ Hospital Network, according to court documents from the Kentucky Board of Tax Appeals. The documents indicate the district’s desire to levy property taxes on the buildings, including medical […]
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Erlanger honors Notre Dame Academy athletes with city proclamation
The Erlanger City Council recognized two Notre Dame Academy students Wednesday evening for their performance in this year’s Cincinnati Junior Rowing Club National Youth Championships. Ella Farro, Lucy Redlinger and their Cincinnati Junior Rowing Club team finished as the national runner-up in their event. Erlanger Mayor Jessica Fette proclaimed July 12 as “Ella Farro and […]
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LINK nky Daily Headlines: Wednesday, July 12, 2023
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NKY art exhibit highlights art of Asian American, Pacific Islander Kentuckians
Northern Kentucky residents can view artworks from Asian American and Pacific Islander Kentuckians at the Erlanger branch of the Kenton County Library this month. Called “Continent to Commonwealth,” the exhibit showcases the work of Kentuckians of Asian and Pacific Island descent, who submitted works in a variety of media. The exhibit is free and open […]
