Lloyd Memorial High School in Erlanger and a group of local service and advocacy organizations will launch a new pilot program in October to prepare graduating seniors for careers in logistics, manufacturing, and other supply chain professions. “Today’s employers are seeking young professionals who possess both technical knowledge and strong workplace skills,” said Jesse Simmons, […]
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Friday night football roundup/scores
Frederick Douglass 41, Highlands 20 Frederick Douglass scored 21 unanswered in the fourth to get payback from last year’s season opening loss to the Bluebirds. Douglass ripped off 170 yards in the final frame while the Bluebirds had two costly fumbles in the critical quarter. Highlands led 3-0 after one before Douglass jumped out to […]
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Boone County offering free tire disposal event Saturday
Boone County residents can dispose of unwanted tires for free as part of the county’s Waste Tire Collection Event. The event is on Saturday, Aug. 22, at the Boone County Recycling Center, located at 3275 Maplewood Drive in Burlington. Collection hours are from 8 a.m. to noon. Boone County will accept passenger, tractor, semi, bicycle, […]
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Inspections to lead to lane closures on Big Mac Bridge next week
Various lane closures will occur next week on the Daniel Carter Beard Bridge, also known as the Big Mac Bridge, to allow work crews to perform inspections, according to a Friday announcement from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. The inspections are scheduled to take place from Monday, Aug. 24 to Friday, Aug. 28, weather permitting. Drivers […]
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Former Ludlow council member sues city for alleged rights violations
Former Ludlow City Council Member Lori Davenport is suing the city, two Ludlow Police officers and several city leaders in federal court. Davenport is alleging retaliation for constitutionally protected speech, false arrest and malicious prosecution, essentially alleging a violation of her rights under the First and Fourth amendments to the Constitution. The suit stems from […]
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IKEA to open new store concept in Florence
Swedish home furniture retailer IKEA will open a new store concept in Florence next week. Last November, the company announced plans to open an IKEA Plan and Order Point with Pick-up — a small, showroom-style storefront for home design consultations and order collection. In this new format, customers can meet one-on-one with an IKEA employee […]
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Wayfarer Tavern brings back weekly pizza collaboration series
Wayfarer Tavern is bringing back its pizza collaboration series, inviting a different local restaurant into the kitchen each week to turn its signature flavors into a one-of-a-kind pizza. This year’s lineup includes Mid City Restaurant, Etxe, Rekas Butcher & Delicatessen, Colette, Sudova and Yô Đi!, plus a secret returning collaborator for Oktoberfest Zinzinnati week. The […]
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Union appoints new member to Economic Development Committee
The City of Union has appointed a new community representative to its Economic Development Committee, replacing a former member who relocated outside the city limits. Union Mayor Larry Solomon swore in Joel Senger, a construction manager at the Habitat for Humanity of Greater Cincinnati, during a commission meeting on Monday, Aug. 17. The committee consists […]
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Carnegie announces new fund for artists in NKY, Cincinnati
The Carnegie announced the launch of “The Passage Fund,” a new initiative supporting experimental projects, emerging voices and cross-disciplinary collaboration across Cincinnati and Kentucky. The Passage Fund will distribute $60,000 annually to visual artists living in Cincinnati and Kentucky. Artists can apply for support to develop new projects and move ideas from early development into […]
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Union recognizes Constitution Week with city proclamation
The City of Union has designated Sept. 17 through 23 as Constitution Week, honoring the 233rd anniversary of the drafting of the U.S. Constitution. During a commission meeting on Monday, Aug. 17, Union Mayor Larry Solomon read a proclamation encouraging residents and city officials to reflect on the rights and responsibilities bestowed by the U.S. […]