The city of Cold Spring will celebrate the grand opening of the Cold Spring Community Center on Saturday, Aug. 13. The event will kick off at 4 p.m. with the return of the popular Cold Spring Cruise-In, featuring classic rides from all over the area. U.S. Rep. Thomas Massie will join city officials for a […]
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Alcoholic slushies, laser tag and cosmic nights: These NKY bowling alleys are ready for you
Strike! If you hear that word, you’re either at a bowling alley or a labor dispute. But today, we are talking about bowling. It’s an interesting sport with a rich history. An ancient form of bowling dates back to 5200 BC in Egypt. If you believe what you see on âThe Flintstones,â by the year […]
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Village Players announce $3 million capital campaign for Cultural Arts Center
Fort Thomas Village Players kicked off a $3 million campaign this week to fund renovations for their historic building at 8 North Fort Thomas Ave. The funds will not only upgrade, reconfigure and add to existing performance space but also will support a larger goal â to create the Fort Thomas Cultural Arts Center. After […]
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The echoes of Cincinnati’s riverboat history can still be experienced with daily BB Riverboat tours
This article was written by Phil Armstrong. Riverboat culture has been a steadfast part of Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky history since our ancestors settled along its shores centuries ago. As river cities along the northern and southern shores developed, so did our waterway’s importance. The Ohio River and its connected canals became a popular hub […]
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Everything you need to know about this weekâs Boone County fair
Saturday marked the first day of the Boone County fair, but Monday kicked off official events, competitions and carnival rides. Gate opening times change daily and rides don’t start running until 6 p.m., so guests will need to plan their visit according to the time gates open for admission. Parking is free. Gate admission includes […]
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$1 million-winning Mega Millions ticket sold in Erlanger
A ticket sold in Erlanger for Friday nightâs Mega Millions drawing matched all five white ball winning numbers but not the Mega Ball, good enough to win the gameâs second prize of $1 million, the Kentucky Lottery announced. The winning Mega Millions number from last nightâs drawing are: 2 – 5 – 29 – 64 […]
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Purple People Bridge celebrates 150 years with Back Roads Wine Festival
The Purple People Bridge in Newport continues its celebration of its 150th year with a final event next week. The Back Roads Wine Festival is scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 11, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. The event will allow guests to take in the views from the bridge while enjoying wines from Ohio and […]
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NKY streetscapes: Elm Street in Ludlow
While I’ve been to lots of different neighborhoods now for streetscapes, Ludlow may be my favorite area yet. While these businesses and the services they offer make this a great place to visit, the people I met sealed the deal. They had a love for Ludlow that was contagious. Bircus Brewing: 322 Elm Street Not […]
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Photos: Ohio River Paddlefest sunrise paddle
Kayakers, canoeists and stand-up paddle boarders gathered Wednesday morning for the Ohio River Paddlefest sunrise paddle. Participants met at Covington Landing from 6 to 8 a.m. as part of the event to preview Paddlefest, which is scheduled to begin on Saturday. Details here.
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NKY country musician Danny Frazier to perform in Covington
In the early 1990s, Northern Kentuckian and country musician Danny Frazier was making his debut performing house gigs at the River Saloon in Covington Landing. Frazier is set to play at Music@BCM on Thursday, Aug. 4. The performance is scheduled to take place at the Behringer-Crawford Museumâs outdoor amphitheater in Devou Park at 1600 Montague […]