A few news and notes for your hot mid-week pleasure: 1. BBC writer, Paul Slade, has written a great story about the Pearl Bryan murder from the 1890’s. It is truly a fascinating read as it was apparently the OJ Simpson murders of its time – and right here in Fort Thomas. Give it a […]
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Anyone Else Excited About Football?
With this weekend’s win over Boyle County it reminded me of how extremely excited I am about this year’s high school football season. I wanted to hit a couple highlights of what I look forward to this year for Highlands Football: 1. Patrick Towles as the future at UK quarterback – being a UK alum […]
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Fort Thomas Themed Posters for Sale
Local artist, Chris Smith, has put together a couple of great collages featuring Fort Thomas and Highlands football. The posters sell for $20 and some portion of the proceeds have been donated to the Johnson Hullabaloo and the Ladies Luncheon at the Swim Club. They make a great, unique gift as we are getting closer […]
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Local Historian’s Kentucky Governors Blog
Have you ever wondered where certain landmarks got their names or possibly just read a name on a state historical marker and had your curiosity piqued? Now a new resource, History of Kentucky Governors, written by local historian Paul Whalen is your go to place. Here are just a few tidbits written recently on the blog: Governor […]
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Fort Thomas News to Start Your Week
1. Thankfully, after much discussion Campbell County is changing their siren policy. Now the sirens will only sound during an actual Tornado Warning. There are some caveats since the real purpose of the weather sirens is to alert those in the outdoors – they reserve the right to also sound the sirens when other significant […]
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Seen & Heard Around Fort Thomas
A few observations from around town the past couple weeks: 1. Mio’s may very well be back on. Heard rumors that financing was finally completed. However, the sign is still up and I have still had no confirmation from the prospective owner. 2. Anyone seen the new deck on the back of the Highlands Country […]
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Patrick Towles Getting More National Attention
Patrick Towles is getting some major national press as he hits the High School Camp circuit this summer. Here are a few comments from ESPN and others that talk about his rising prospects and some of the things that he needs to work on. This foreshadows what will likely be a very enjoyable football season […]
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Fort Thomas Weekend News & Notes
1. The Highlands Middle School uniform is being eliminated after 10 years. It was the only school in the district that had the code. I would love to hear your thoughts on the change. I am a little mixed – great to not have to buy a set of clothes to be worn only to […]
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Visit the Fort Thomas Farmers Market this Wednesday
Finally had an opportunity to visit the market two weeks ago – well I didn’t make it but my wife did and she took the following pictures from two weeks ago. I also drove past the market this past week and there was a good mix of merchants and a nice after work crowd. Remember […]
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Flat Stanley This Weekend at Highlands
We have publicized performances by the High School Drama Department over the past couple years and it is the Middle School’s turn. Head out this weekend and watch The Highlands Middle School perform Flat Stanley at the High School theater. I spoke with Emily Martin, director for the play, about why they chose Flat Stanley […]