Whether you were born and raised in Northern Kentucky or you just moved here, it’s easy to fall into the monotony of everyday life and forget how cool and unique the region is. If you just want to explore the area or you’re looking for a bit of a staycation, we’ve got some ideas for […]
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Creating community through creativity in NKY
This story is part of our latest super issue about civic engagement and why it’s important to be part of your community. Click here for our full guide to getting involved. Are you a creative looking to get involved in programs in your community? Northern Kentucky is full of spaces to gather, create, audition, perform […]
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Local documentarian returns to his roots
After over a decade in the corporate world as a filmmaker, documentarian Brandon Faris has returned to Erlanger to share some of his favorite kinds of stories: humanity in smaller narratives. At the beginning of 2024 Faris’s son broke his phone, which led him to upgrade to the newest iPhone. After playing with the new […]
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Christmas Past: Historic photos show what the holidays used to be like in NKY
Christmas is one of the most nostalgic times of the year. We get together with loved ones, reflect on the year and the celebrations of the past, and look forward to what’s going to happen next. One way loved ones reminisce is by looking through old photos, whether those are old photo albums, newspaper clippings, […]
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Holiday shopping in Northern Kentucky over the years
The holidays are here and so is the holiday shopping season. How and where we shop has changed significantly over the years. Holiday shopping in Northern Kentucky, like the rest of the nation, has reflected changes in mobility, access and tastes. The spirit of Christmas shopping past In the 1950s Northern Kentuckians could catch a […]
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Here’s how you can take free art, cooking classes in Covington
Baker Hunt Art in Cultural Center in Covington has announced several new family scholarship opportunities, providing free art and cooking classes to people with financial needs, thanks to donations from local organizations.
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Holly Jolly Days is back at the Behringer-Crawford Museum
Holly Jolly Days is back again this year at the Behringer-Crawford Museum. There is so much to see and learn, from the holiday toy trains to Lego displays, including a vintage Christmas collection. Immerse yourself as you take a look at the ‘Window Through Time’ exhibit with feather trees and antique German ornaments. There are […]
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Kentucky Symphony Orchestra to perform Carpenters’ Christmas tribute
The Kentucky Symphony Orchestra will perform an orchestral rendition of the Carpenters’ classic Christmas album, “Christmas Portrait,” this weekend, featuring performances of traditional carols, pop songs, and standards.
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Demolition of Bobby Mackey’s bar in Wilder set for next week
Bobby Mackey’s country music bar in Wilder, Kentucky is set to be demolished on December 10, with nothing else planned for the rest of 2024.
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Fort Thomas Holiday Walk returns this weekend with festive activities
The annual Fort Thomas Holiday Walk returns on Dec. 1, featuring a Tour De Tinsel bike ride, a brass band, a performance by the Highland High School dance team, and pictures with Santa at the city building.
