What you need to know Carlisle & Bray Enterprises, one of Greater Cincinnati’s largest full-service marine logistics and operations companies, has moved its headquarters east across the Licking River. Previously housed in Covington’s RiverCenter, Carlisle & Bray signed a lease in Newport’s Ovation complex in February. The company held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday, July […]
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Covington to allocate thousands for new youth entrepreneurship lab
The Covington Board of Commissioners voted Tuesday to allocate $5,000 to establish a new youth-focused entrepreneurship lab through the Covington Works program. “When I was reading this, I was pretty excited,” said Covington Commissioner James Toebbe last week. Covington Works itself was established in 2023 to build out the city’s workforce following an agreement between […]
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NKY on Tap: Munich by way of Northern Kentucky
Joe Schutzman is a Newport firefighter who loves Northern Kentucky’s culture, sense of place – and beer. Find Joe’s previous columns and more on NKY dining here. Had I not been part of this, I’m not sure I would fully believe it. This is the story of how two friends in Northern Kentucky independently met two […]
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Kenton County Library announces new executive director
The Kenton County Library announced its next executive director after conducting a months long search. Dr. Denise Fritsch, a lifelong resident of Kenton County and former library system employee, will take over as the new library director following the retirement of Dave Schroeder, who announced his departure in March. “It is an incredible honor to […]
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Newport to buy Brass Ass, Brass Bull properties in $3.8M redevelopment deal
Adult entertainment clubs the Brass Bull and Brass Ass, along with Huddle’s Cafe in Newport, are permanently closing as the city moves forward with a $3.8 million purchase of the properties. The deal is part of a downtown redevelopment effort. Newport announced on July 22 that it would be purchasing the Brass Ass, Brass Bull, […]
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Covington celebrates retirement of longtime economic dev. director
The Covington Board of Commissioners celebrated the official retirement order of longtime Economic Development Director Tom West Tuesday night. West was joined by his colleagues and loved ones as elected officials and city staff members reflected on West’s impact in the city. “There are so many things Tom has accomplished during his eight + years […]
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Why Meals are Better in Good Company
It’s one thing to enjoy the meal you’re eating—it’s another to enjoy that meal in good company. Sharing the table with others and trading conversation between bites is one of humankind’s most enduring and significant customs. It blends nutrition with social connection and creates an experience that’s good for the soul. At Meals on Wheels […]
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Union approves ordinance allowing city to suspend business licenses over unpaid taxes, fees
What you need to know The City of Union has passed an ordinance allowing suspension, revocation, or denial of renewal of city-issued business licenses for entities that are delinquent on municipal financial obligations. During the Union City Commission meeting on Monday, the legislative body held a second reading of an ordinance granting the city authority […]
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Burlington native, Kentucky National Guard officer returns to CrossFit Games with resilience forged through military service
What you need to know 1st Lt. Erik Thomas of the Kentucky Army National Guard attributes his resilience to his military service, which he believes has prepared him to compete in the 2026 CrossFit Games. After finishing 13th in the Masters division of the CrossFit Games in 2025, Thomas, a native of Burlington, is running […]
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Scholarship named for former NKY Tri-ED Senior Vice President continues to benefit students at Gateway fourteen years later
Robert “Bob” T. Green, former Senior Vice President of Northern Kentucky Tri-County Economic Development Corporation (now BE NKY Growth Partnership) dedicated much of his life to helping Northern Kentucky’s youth succeed in their education and careers. Now, even two years after his death in 2024 at age 79, his advocacy for education and workforce development […]
