The Campbell County Office of Emergency Management has issued a level one travel advisory and Kenton County has issued a level one snow emergency due to hazardous road conditions.
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Newport entrepreneur launches Confidently Gluten Free to empower gluten-free dieters
A Newport food entrepreneur has launched a new brand to help people with gluten-free diets. Abbi Rettig, founder of Tickety-Boo Treats – an allergen-free treat manufacturer — launched Confidently GlutenFree. Rettig said the brand will empower people living a gluten-free lifestyle. “When an individual is diagnosed with Celiac Disease (an autoimmune disease that requires a gluten free […]
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NKY school closures
Northern Kentucky got a few inches of snow overnight, and several local districts have canceled classes. Scroll through to see which schools have closed Friday, Jan. 19: Boone County Boone County Schools: Closed Walton Verona Schools: Closed St. Joseph Academy: Closed St. Paul School: Closed Campbell County Bellevue Independent Schools: Closed Bishop Brossart High School: […]
Posted inInfrastructure
Rumpke opens new $8.2 million transfer station in Covington
Rumpke Waste & Recycling held an opening ceremony for its new $8.2 million transfer station on Boron Drive in Covington last week. The station replaces the previous station, located at the same site. Businesses in Covington and other cities from around the region deposit their waste at the station so Rumpke can then transport it […]
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Fraternal Order of Police offers $500 scholarship to Covington seniors
The Covington branch of the Fraternal Order of Police is offering a $500 scholarship for local graduating seniors, the application deadline of which is July 1. “The FOP is proud to continue the tradition of helping to support the community with this scholarship as we invest in the future of Covington through encouraging the development […]
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Winter fun for kids: Kenton County Public Library’s indoor play activities
The Kenton County Public Library’s three locations will host a variety of indoor play activities for kids later this January to help any family get through the cold weather. “All three locations offer an indoor play area with board games, toys, Legos, pretend play, sensory play, toddler slides and so much more,” said a recent […]
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CVG Airport introduces ‘Auto-DollyTug’ autonomous baggage tractor
CVG is deploying and demonstrating an autonomous baggage tractor called Auto-DollyTug, which combines the utility of a baggage tractor with the unit load device carrying capability of an airport dolly, to improve capacity and efficiency.
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Newport Central Catholic High School unveils state-of-the-art science learning center
Newport Central Catholic High School opened its new state-of-the-art Science Learning Center on Jan. 17 following a private blessing by Bishop John Iffert, Bishop of Covington, and is planning to break ground on a $7.9 million on-campus multi-purpose athletic complex this spring.
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Winter weather advisory issued for NKY
A winter weather advisory has been issued for the Northern Kentucky region. The National Weather Service in Wilmington, Ohio, which encompasses the Cincinnati region, issued the advisory around 4 p.m. Thursday. “Prepare for hazardous driving conditions as the snow accumulates quickly on cold road surfaces,” read the announcement. Snow is expected to move in Thursday […]
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Erlanger offers $2,500 scholarship to local graduating seniors for college or technical school
The City of Erlanger recently announced the opening of its Post Secondary Education Scholarship, which offers $2,500 to a local graduating senior to attend a two to four-year college or technical school. Applicants must be a resident of Erlanger and attend an accredited high school or home school in NKY. Other applicant qualifications apply.
