A Northern Kentucky chef been named a semifinalist in the 2026 James Beard Foundation Restaurant and Chef Awards. The Restaurant and Chef Awards are one of five recognition programs from the James Beard Foundation and one of the most prestigious culinary honors, celebrating excellence in everything from fine dining to casual eateries and emerging talents […]
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Zone change committee advances proposal for NKY’s first QuikTrip
What you need to know Plans for Northern Kentucky’s first QuikTrip have advanced through a key committee of the Boone County Planning Commission. On Wednesday, the planning commission’s Zone Change Committee recommended approval of QuikTrip’s proposal to redevelop the vacant Frisch’s Big Boy site at 6808 Burlington Pike, located at the intersection of Burlington Pike […]
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NKY on Tap: Fantasy and folklore at Fabled Brew Works
Joe Schutzman is a Newport firefighter who loves Northern Kentucky’s culture, sense of place – and beer. Come back each month for a new column on the latest brewery opening, Joe’s seasonal favorites, and more. Find Joe’s previous columns and more on NKY dining here. I opened the door and was immediately enamored. A group of folks […]
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Here are three takeaways from the annual ‘State of NKY’ forum
What you need to know Discussions on infrastructure, voter turnout, public participation in the political process, and the importance of local control were among the biggest takeaways from the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce’s annual ‘State of Northern Kentucky’ forum. Every January, judges/executives Gary Moore of Boone County, Kris Knochelmann of Kenton County and Steve […]
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Kenton County clerk’s office provides real estate fraud alert service
The Kenton County clerk’s office is inviting Kenton County residents to sign up for its new real estate fraud detection service. The service notifies participants anytime someone files paperwork with the county bearing a resident’s name. Although this will not outright prevent fraud or identity theft from occurring, it will enable residents to detect if […]
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New Year, Same Historic Momentum for Kentucky’s High-Powered Economy
Major announcements and industry growth power the second-highest mark for announced private sector investment in state history The commonwealth’s surging economy eclipsed yet another milestone as the calendar turned to 2026, as the best stretch of economic growth in state history has now reached five years. Under Gov. Andy Beshear’s administration, Kentucky has reached new […]
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NKY chili parlors roll out deals for Cincinnati Chili Week
Correction: This article was updated to reflect that Gold Star has yet to unveil its deals for Cincinnati Chili Week 2026. As Cincinnati Chili Week approaches, chili parlors in Northern Kentucky are providing special deals and discounts in honor of the annual event. Cincinnati Chili Week runs from Feb. 23 to March 1. Download the Cincinnati […]
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These are the homes that sold in NKY last month
Click below to jump to: We now know which residential properties in Northern Kentucky sold in December 2025. How do we know? Homeowners must register with the county anytime they buy or sell a property. That information is all public record, so we can use the information to track trends and figures for Boone, Kenton […]
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Fischer Homes announces sales at new Florence development
Fischer Homes announced Tuesday that it was opening sales for a new Fischer Homes subdivsision in Florence called the Glenns at Gunpowder, located off of Gunpowder Road near US-42 and I-71/75. “We’re thrilled to return to Florence with fresh opportunities for homebuyers,” said Gemma Maxwell, market president for Fischer Homes Northern Kentucky Division, in a press release. “Glenns at […]
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Beards & Bellies to exit The Well in Covington
Southern-style BBQ concept Beards & Bellies will leave The Well, located at 8 W. 7th St in Covington, at the end of January. Beards & Bellies founder Mitch Arens said in a press release that the BBQ concept’s lease is set to expire Jan. 31. Instead of shutting down, Arens decided to pause operations in […]
