A city-owned splash pad slated for construction in Memorial Park in Independence cleared a public facility review with the Kenton County Planning Commission this week. Public building projects, such as those connected to cities, public safety agencies and schools, are not subject to zoning regulations like private enterprises. However, public entities will often ask for […]
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‘Forces of Nature’ Scott High’s marching band competes again after 19 years
For the first time since 2006, Scott High School has a competing marching band. “I’m so excited, I’m so excited. Three competitions this year? I’m so excited. THREE competitions!” is how Scott senior, marching clarinetist and section leader Molly Lucas, described her feelings about this year’s season. The band’s show, titled “Forces of Nature,” was […]
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Fall fest returns to Bellevue with family fun, seasonal treats
Bellevue Beach Park will transform into a fall wonderland this Friday as the city’s annual fall fest returns with family-friendly activities, seasonal treats and local vendors. The event is scheduled for Oct. 3 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Bellevue Beach Park. The park will be filled with artisan vendor booths and activities, including […]
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Rocky Horror Picture Show returns to The Carnegie this fall
A production of the Rocky Horror Picture Show will return to the Carnegie in Covington late October and into early November. “This return engagement follows The Carnegie’s sold-out 2024 production, which swept Cincinnati theatre honors,” according to a press release from the Carnegie. “It won CityBeat’s Best of Cincinnati Awards for Best Play (Reader’s Choice) and […]
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Restaurants embrace trends from brunch to bark parks
Whether you’re brunching in Bellevue, sipping a slushie in Covington or letting your dog roam free in Florence, Northern Kentucky is redefining what a night (or morning) out looks like. Rooftops Looking to elevate your night out? Northern Kentucky’s rooftop bars have you covered – literally. Naturally, the region’s rooftops tend to be in cities […]
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Kenton County Library hosts yard-sale swap, Taylor Swift-inspired engagement party
Shake it off, Swifties and bargain hunters – this weekend is your chance to swap all too well-loved items before the holidays and dance the night away at a Taylor-inspired engagement party. The Kenton County Public Library is hosting a community yard-sale swap at the Latonia Branch and “The Wedding You’re Not Invited To” at […]
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Niko Moon to headline Merchants & Music Festival this weekend
Niko Moon is headlining the Merchants & Music festival in Fort Thomas this Saturday. Merchants & Music is entering its 21st season this year. The festival also showcases NKY/Cincinnati food trucks, West Sixth Beer, as well as a kids section featuring Amazing Giants, face painting, balloon artists and bouncy houses. The event is free to […]
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Ethan’s Purpose to host 6th annual 5K Saturday
Richard and Debbie Zegarra founded Ethan’s Purpose, a suicide prevention nonprofit, after losing their son Ethan. Since its inception in 2018, Ethan’s Purpose has provided suicide prevention training to more than 520 teachers and school administrators, offered counseling to over 335 students and reached more than 5,700 students through Ethan’s Challenge–a mental health and suicide […]
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Your guide to NKY fall festivals, farms and frights
Fall is almost here, and it’s about time to embrace the season by visiting pumpkin patches, farms, haunted houses and fall festivals across the region. From picking pumpkins for jack-o-lanterns to hay rides to sipping on some boozy cider, getting spooked at a haunted house and more, there is plenty to do in NKY this […]
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America’s River Roots festival cancels music headliners
What you need to know America’s River Roots Festival has scrapped its headlining musical acts. National headlining acts such as Weezer, Janelle Monae, Maren Morris, and Mt. Joy, among others, will no longer be performing at the festival, as reported by LINK’s media partner, WCPO, this morning. Festival organizers revealed the lineup on July 8. […]
