Several members of the Fort Thomas runners group were on hand at the March city council meeting to accept and celebrate the city as a “Runner Friendly Community.” The city was one of only five communities earning the designation from Roadrunners of America last fall — and it is the first Kentucky city to earn […]
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Where to find Easter egg hunt near you in NKY
The Easter bunny will be very busy in Northern Kentucky. Egg hunts are being hosted at churches, parks and other spots around Boone, Campbell and Kenton counties. Scroll on to find an egg hunt near you. (Note: Some events require pre-registration. Most ask you to bring your own basket.) Boone County Florence March 26: Annual […]
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Fort Thomas committee discusses board ordinances amid lawsuit, questions over member approval
The Fort Thomas City Council’s Law Labor and License Committee met Wednesday to discuss an ongoing review of city ordinances. The discussion came amid a lawsuit over the request to paint a building on Fort Thomas Avenue and a question of who should approve those who serve on boards and commissions. The meeting focused on […]
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Making it clear: Fort Thomas takes a hard look at city ordinances
A lawsuit over the request to paint a building on Fort Thomas Avenue. A question of who should approve those who serve on boards and commissions. Now, Fort Thomas city leaders are taking a look at how boards and commissions are made up in the city and whether any changes need to be made. A […]
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To paint or not to paint: Developer files suit over indecision about Fort Thomas project
A disagreement over whether or not to allow a developer to paint the bricks on an existing building has led to a lawsuit and delay of a major project in Fort Thomas. The Quarter Group, LLC, has filed suit against the city of Fort Thomas and the Fort Thomas Design Review Board after their application […]
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Fort Thomas Forest Conservancy hosts regional tree summit
Taking Root is a local nonprofit dedicated to protecting and promoting urban forests in the Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky area. It brings together individuals, organizations and businesses across the region to support its reforestation and education programs. On Feb. 25, the organization held its 10th annual Great Tree Summit, a free public event all […]
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Where to find a fish fry near you in NKY
With the start of the Lenten season upon us, fish frys have begun in Northern Kentucky. Each county has a plethora of places to participate in your weekly fish feast. Read on to find a fry near you. In our list below, unless otherwise noted, the fish fries run Fridays through March 31. Boone County […]
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Fort Thomas joins other NKY cities opposing partisan election bills
The city of Fort Thomas has joined several other Northern Kentucky cities opposing Senate Bill 50 and House Bill 50. At their February meeting, council members voted unanimously to approve a resolution against the bills to be sent to the state legislature. The bills would require city officials – mayors, council and commission members, […]
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Fort Thomas welcomes two Highlands High interns
Fort Thomas City Administrator Matt Kremer welcomed two new city interns, Jake Bowling and Ben Schuh, at the recent city council meeting. Both bring an interest in finance and business. “Jake is a senior at Highlands High School who plans to study mathematics at the University of Kentucky,” Kremer said. “Ben is a senior at […]
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Splash park for Highland Hills out as Fort Thomas reconsiders plans
At its February meeting, Fort Thomas City Council agreed to set aside a plan to add a splash park in Highland Hills Park and is instead exploring a potential pickleball court instead. During construction of the One Highland Building, city staff used the fill from the project to build up a section of the park. […]
