Rucca is LINK nky readers’ choice for best band in 2025. Formed by two friends who have known each other since elementary school, the female duo is known for their beautifully integrated harmonies. They play both covers and original pieces they write together. Although they started out on electric guitars, much of their music now […]
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Strong’s Pizza, Gold Star team up for chili-topped pizza collaboration
‘Tis the season for comfort foods, and this winter, Strong’s Pizza and Gold Star are partnering to bring Greater Cincinnati a combination of foods: Cincinnati chili and brick oven pizza. Strong’s will feature an official “Gold Star Chili Pie” limited-time pizza menu, featuring three specialty pies. The pies are available Tuesday, Feb. 3, through Sunday, […]
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Visit Cincy names meetNKY’s Julie Kirkpatrick as interim CEO
The CEO of Northern Kentucky’s tourism bureau will serve as interim CEO of Visit Cincy, Cincinnati’s convention and tourism bureau, while the organization searches for its next leader. meetNKY CEO Julie Kirkpatrick will serve as interim CEO of the bureau, Visit Cincy announced on Feb. 2. The move follows longtime CEO Julie Calvert’s departure from […]
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BE NKY focused on the future at annual forum
What you need to know Two weeks after CBS Evening News highlighted BE NKY’s contributions to the regional economy, the organization was back to its regularly scheduled programming with its fourth annual ‘BE NKY Forum’ on Jan. 30. Over the past year, Northern Kentucky’s primary economic organization has been involved in numerous successful initiatives, including […]
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Check out these homes for sale around NKY
This story originally appeared in the Jan. 30, 2026, edition of the LINK Reader. To get stories like this first, subscribe here. Each week, we feature houses for sale around Boone, Campbell and Kenton counties, and this week, we’ve got some great properties to check out. Golf course home at Triple Crown Country Club Address: […]
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Newport’s new Kroger opens in West end
Newport’s new Kroger store with a pharmacy and gas station is officially open. The new Kroger is a $14 million investment in the city. The store held its grand opening on Jan. 30. It is located at 20 West 6th St., across from Wooden Cask Brewing Company. A full-service wine and spirits shop is expected […]
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Not All ‘Minimally Invasive’ Heart Surgeries Are Equal
What does “minimally invasive” really mean? When people hear the term “minimally invasive,” they expect less pain and faster recovery. But not all surgical techniques deliver that promise. Some still involve cutting through the breastbone or significant trauma to the ribs. Totally Endoscopic Cardiac Surgery (TECS) is different. A single 2 to 2.5 cm incision […]
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Erlanger dry cleaner to become Tide Cleaners after acquisition
An Erlanger-based dry cleaner will become a Tide Cleaners after it was acquired by one of the brand’s largest franchise groups. Widmer’s Cleaners, located at 3074 Dixie Hwy, was purchased by Consolidated Cleaners, a Tide Cleaners franchise operator. Although the store is rebranding and renovating, all current staff have been retained, and the company is […]
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From pandemic hobby to Main Street dream: How Luci Smith built Calina’s in Ludlow
What you need to know What began as a hobby for Luci Smith during the pandemic has developed into a full-time passion. Smith, the owner of Calina’s Cafe, Candles, & Collectables at 326 Elm St. in Ludlow, began experimenting with making candles from upcycled containers. She started from scratch and, over time, became confident enough […]
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Gold Star offers BOGO deal on Ways for snow days
The inches of snow Greater Cincinnati received over the weekend may be sticking around for a while as temperatures stay below freezing. To help you warm up, local chili parlor chain Gold Star is offering a special buy-one-get-one deal. From now through Thursday, Jan. 29, if you buy a regular or super 3-, 4- or […]
