A developer is eyeing a lot near Oakbrook Road and Burlington Pike (KY 18), but the Boone Co. Planning Committee feels there may not be enough space for the retail complex and its desired amenities. Returning applicant Akram Othman requested additional planning committee approval during a recent zone change meeting. In 2020, Othman was awarded […]
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Covington company focuses on saving lives, bettering community
On a cool fall day in 1999, Edward Wimmer, IV, was training for his first marathon. His young feet pounded against the charcoal pavement. His eyes focused on the view ahead. Then suddenly he was nearly face to face with a “King Kong-sized black pick-up truck.” Before he could think, Wimmer’s reflexes kicked in. He […]
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Library offers resources, equipment for small business owners
All three branches of the Kenton County Public Library now offer equipment that business owners can use for marketing purposes — or even to create products. The STREAM Center at the Erlanger Branch has the largest selection of machines. The Covington branch offers a heat press, Circuit, large poster printer and more. The Independence Branch […]
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Couple restores Beaverlick Trading Post to former glory
Mom and pop shops have been replaced with big box stores left and right, but as southern Boone County expands and develops, one couple is resurrecting the idea of a small town grocer. To some, Beaverlick Trading Post is the old bait and tackle shop, or the old check-in station during hunting season. For years, […]
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NKY’s four Indian restaurants serve up food and culture
India produces around 75% of the world’s spices and was the first country in the world to refine and consume sugar. So even if you have never eaten Indian food, odds are that you have tasted Indian seasoning. Though Northern Kentucky and India are separated by more than 8,000 miles and two oceans, Northern Kentuckians […]
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Cedar and Yuca: Sister restaurants run by NKY family
Cedar and Yuca are sister restaurants in NKY. And — just like humans who run them — they have some similarities. Cedar Culinary Group is a family business that owns both restaurants. The LLC has three partners: Executive Chef Jeremy Faeth, and his parents, Michelle Faeth and Tony Faeth. Jeremy’s sister, Skyler, manages food. His […]
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Erlanger city council paves way for new brewery, distillery
A new brewery and distillery will be coming to the city of Erlanger next year. Fabled Brew Works will be located off Kenton Lands Road between the Kenton County Public Library and Silverlake Family Center. “There are actually about four or five of us going in on this,” said Kent Wessels, who is one of […]
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Here’s how to celebrate National Bourbon Heritage Month in NKY
In 2007, the Senate passed a resolution declaring September as National Bourbon Heritage Month. To celebrate, meetNKY is sharing a list of festivities and specials for bourbon enthusiasts at B-Line locations throughout Northern Kentucky this month. According to the Kentucky Distillers’ Association, distilled spirits have a total estimated annual economic contribution of $8.94 billion, supporting […]
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Newport-based business wins Aviatra Accelerator competition
Northern Kentucky University’s Griffin Hall Auditorium was packed full of excited community members Wednesday, anxiously waiting to see and hear the business pitches of three rising female entrepreneurs. At the end of the presentations, Tickety Boo Treats, a Newport-based manufacturer of allergen free treats, won the Aviatra Accelerators Flight Night pitch competition. Aviatra is a […]
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Six Covington small businesses in line to receive incentives
Covington small business owners packed City Hall Tuesday night to hear about the financial incentives they are in line to receive through the city’s Small Business Program. The city commission was presented six applications for consideration — all have been placed on the consent agenda for next Tuesday’s regularly scheduled legislative meeting. The body is […]
