Padrino, an Italian kitchen-style restaurant in Fort Thomas, is looking to go to full-service operation next month. The restaurant announced on its Oakley location’s Facebook on Aug. 28 that it would be closing the Oakley location permanently and moving staff to the Fort Thomas location. The restaurant confirmed via Facebook that its target opening date […]
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NKY entrepreneur hopes to improve people’s quality of life with a Better Blend
Isaac Hamlin has always wanted to leave his mark on the world. “Ever since I can remember I’ve wanted be able to help people in some way and make a positive impact on their lives,” Hamlin said. At age 26, he’s already accomplishing that goal. Hamlin is the owner of Better Blend, a high-protein smoothie […]
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New bar to open atop Flying Axes in Covington
Flying Axes, a popular Covington bar, is about to have a new upstairs neighbor. During the Covington Business Council’s Hard Hat tour last Wednesday, visitors were given a sneak peek of the bones of a new second-story bar, located atop of Flying Axes at 100 West 6th St. in Covington. Owners described it as a […]
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NKY streetscapes: Buttermilk Pike
This week I went to two different cities, but I stayed on the same street. Buttermilk Pike offers a variety of businesses and cuisines, and very different atmospheres. But each of these places offer something unique with a focus on fostering a community in the NKY area. Oriental Wok: 317 Buttermilk Pike, Fort Mitchell There […]
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Women-owned M&P Logistics to create 210 jobs at new Florence HQ
The founder and CEO spoke Thursday about the company’s $4 million investment, which is expected to create 210 jobs, including positions for at least 120 Kentucky residents.
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Summit Packaging opens new facility in Hebron
HEBRON – Gov. Andy Beshear visited Hebron to help Summit Packaging Solutions cut the ribbon on its new 276,000-square-foot facility on Tuesday. Summit Packaging celebrated the opening of its new distribution center, which will serve clients like Proctor & Gamble, L’Oreal, Marc Jacobs, and others. Summit has assembly operations in Georgia, New Jersey and Pennsylvania, […]
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Leadership event for professional women of color coming to Covington
An all-day workshop designed to support professional women of color is coming to Covington next week. Leadership for Professional Women of Color is slated for Wednesday, August 24 from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Metropolitan Club. Tarita Preston Coaching is presenting the event which will bring together more than fifty women of color […]
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New three-month program designed to retain talent in NKY
A new initiative from the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce aims to assist employers in retaining top talent and growing the next generation of leaders. Encounter NKY announced its first 25 participants to take part in the inaugural fall cohort. Developed out of the Leadership NKY Class of 2019 in an effort the help address […]
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NKY streetscapes: Burlington Pike in Florence
I’ve got a very sweet segment of streetscapes this week: I found doughnuts, coffee, ice cream and, best of all, puppies! Pink in a Blanket Doughnuts: 7220 Burlington Pike I originally discovered this place when I was in college. There’s something about a doughnut and coffee before class that just makes your entire day better. […]
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Boone County manufacturer expanding operations with $8.4M investment
Skilcraft LLC is continuing its expansion in Boone County with an $8.4 million investment in Hebron. Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear highlighted Skilcraft’s momentum Wednesday when he announced an investment that will bring 14 new jobs to Boone County. This will bring the company’s statewide employee count to 126. Skilcraft is a precision sheet metal manufacturer […]
