The national average cost of assisted living is $5,830 per month, but what families actually pay depends on location, apartment size, and care needs. Some communities charge one all-inclusive monthly rate, while others use tiered or a la carte pricing that adjusts as needs change. Understanding how assisted living costs are structured helps caregivers compare […]
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Kentucky has 1 billionaire, see who she is
Stacker compiled the richest billionaires in Kentucky using data from Forbes. Net worth is as of October 19, 2026. The first billionaire is generally considered to be John D. Rockefeller in 1916, though some argue it was Henry Ford in 1925. Fast-forward over 100 years and there are now around 3,000 billionaires around the world. […]
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Dig it? Erlanger business lets kids operate miniature construction vehicles
Who doesn’t like to play with radio-controlled cars, trucks and bulldozers? Well, now an Erlanger business, Can U Dig It RC, is bringing the joys of RC vehicles to local kids and families. “I saw a video online of a coffee shop in Dubai that had these construction machines, and we were just kind of […]
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Extended Covington alcohol sales for Madrid Bengals game approved
The Covington Board of Commissioners voted Tuesday to allow extended alcohol sales during the early morning hours of Sunday, Nov. 8. The date coincides with a football game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Atlanta Falcons set to take place in Madrid, Spain. The board completed a first reading of a temporary ordinance last week […]
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Publix opens new store in Independence
Publix Supermarket is now open in Independence. The new store is located at 5135 Jenkins Dr. in Independence. The grand opening was held on Wednesday. “We’re excited to open another location in Northern Kentucky,” said Jared Glover, Publix media relations manager. “The warm welcome we’ve received from our new customers has been incredible, and we look […]
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Northern Kentucky native elected as next year’s KY Chamber chair
Northern Kentucky native and Thomas More University graduate Kim Halbauer was elected 2027 chair of the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. Halbauer currently serves as Fifth Third Bank’s Kentucky regional president. “I’m honored to serve as chair of the Kentucky Chamber and to work alongside such a strong group of business leaders from […]
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Fort Thomas restaurant ‘The Post’ listed for sale
The Post, a bar and restaurant in Fort Thomas, announced it is for sale. The restaurant, located at 1136 S Fort Thomas Ave., announced the sale on its Facebook page on Oct. 26. The business is listed for $1.2 million. “This decision wasn’t made lightly, but as we look to slow down and spend more […]
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From near collapse to a vodka venture: PatientPoint’s Mike Collette reflects on the pivots that shaped his career
PatientPoint founder Mike Collette’s entrepreneurial journey took him from nearly losing the company he built to rescuing a struggling premium vodka brand. By any measure, Collette has succeeded as an entrepreneur. PatientPoint is a healthcare technology and advertising firm that operates a network of digital screens in doctors’ offices, waiting rooms and examination rooms, providing […]
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Northern Kentucky Native’s Journey from Welding Student to Engineer Anchors Manufacturing Month Spotlight in New A Life Built Here Video
Manufacturing Month highlights the educational pathways, career opportunities, and quality of life that help talent thrive in Northern Kentucky. By Lee Crume | President & CEO, BE NKY Growth Partnership A career in advanced manufacturing. Degrees from two Northern Kentucky institutions. Opportunities to study abroad. A commitment to giving back to her community. Adisyn Donk […]
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More Connections. Less Waiting. TANK Builds a Better Transit Network
A new high-frequency corridor will connect more people to jobs, entertainment, shopping and community destinations across Newport, Covington and downtown Cincinnati. Getting where you need to go should be simple and convenient. Starting November 7, TANK is strengthening connections across the region by increasing service frequency on key local routes, giving riders more opportunities to […]
