Fort Mitchell-based Drees Homes announced its expansion into Columbus, becoming the third market in Ohio for the Northern Kentucky homebuilder. According to a company news release, Columbus was an appealing market because of its nearly one million residents, a growing economy and a strong corporate presence from technology giants like Intel, Google, and Microsoft. “The […]
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NKY workforce leaders say collaboration is key to solving talent shortages
What you need to know A panel of experts focused on the workforce at the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Legislative Forum unanimously agreed that addressing regional workforce challenges requires coordinated efforts among political, educational and economic stakeholders, rather than leaving the solution solely to employers or policymakers. Access to talent remains a major concern […]
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Steuart Nutrition to establish headquarters in Erlanger
A Minnesota-based manufacturer plans to invest millions of dollars into a new production facility in Erlanger. Steuart Nutrition is a manufacturer and packaging provider for medium- to large-sized supplement and wellness brands. The company, which is based in Mabel, Minn., produces supplement brands that appear in nationwide retailers like Walmart, Target, Amazon, CVS and Walgreens, […]
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County OKs annexation for Independence industrial park expansion
What you need to know On Monday evening, the Kenton County Planning Commission signed off on the annexation of about 96 acres in the unincorporated county into the City of Independence. It’s a move that may eventually enable the expansion of Park 536, a cluster of industrial buildings along KY-536. “This is intended to be […]
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Diamond Debbie’s in Newport condemned, ordered to close
The City of Newport has ordered Diamond Debbie’s, a sports bar on Patterson Street, to close and the business to vacate “after determining the property to be a nuisance and a threat to public safety,” according to a city announcement released March 27. “This action follows a sustained pattern of problematic activity associated with the […]
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Dormant Frisch’s poised for redevelopment 18 months after evictions forced closures
Seventeen months after the evictions began, Frisch’s restaurant properties throughout the tri-state are again poised for big changes. A Florida landlord is unloading the dormant real estate to buyers who have yet to reveal definitive plans for them. And that is triggering speculation about what lies ahead for these former neighborhood anchors. “In the ‘50s […]
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First Brands to close Hebron FRAM facility, cutting 76 jobs
First Brands Group is permanently shutting down its FRAM facility in Hebron, resulting in the loss of 76 jobs. On Feb. 23, First Brands submitted a letter to Kentucky’s Rapid Response Dislocated Worker Unit, announcing that it would close its facility at 1100 Worldwide Blvd. in Hebron. Layoffs began on Feb. 23, with the final […]
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Covington approves new round of small business incentives
The Covington Board of Commissioners approved a new round of small business incentives at its meeting this week. The incentives took the form of two facade grants, which are used to finance building repairs and a rent subsidy. The first facade grant will go to the owner of 507 Altamont Road, which is currently listed […]
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Penn Station East Coast Subs opens new location in Union
Penn Station East Coast Subs is the latest restaurant to open in Union. The Cincinnati-based fast-casual sandwich franchise is known for its made-to-order hot and cold subs, fresh-cut fries and lemonade. The Union store, located at 124 U.S. 42 directly across from Kroger, is owned and operated by franchisees Keith Gavin, Andrew Brennan and Lachlan […]
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Covington commissioner clarifies airline food company incentives after approval
Covington Commissioner James Toebbe addressed residents’ concerns at Tuesday’s Board of Commissioners meeting. Speaking at the podium, he clarified questions about financing and tax incentive deals tied to MarfoFMA, an airline food manufacturer. The company is set to occupy the former White Castle processing facility on Rolling Hills Drive. Toebbe’s comments came after the vote […]