Campbell County is honoring Katie Schwegmann, the 2001 Miss Kentucky Basketball, with a community boundary sign entering into Camp Springs, recognizing her accomplishments.
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A ‘buzzing’ good time at a Northern Kentucky lavender farm
Did you know there’s a lavender farm just outside Verona? It was one of those items that popped up in my Facebook feed recently and I had to check it out! Melissa Bayer is the owner, operator and creative mind behind Bayer Farms Lavender, located at 875 Eads Road in Crittenden, Kentucky. For Bayer, it […]
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Boone County Fair kicks off next week
The Boone County Fair will take place from June 22-30 at the Boone County Fairgrounds in Burlington. $15 admission grants unlimited rides, parking, and access to motorsports events, live music performances, horse shows, beauty pageants, baby shows and more.
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Newport Commission honors longtime commissioner with leadership award
The Newport Commission recognized longtime former commissioner Jan Knepshield with the Newport Leadership Award for his impact on the city, including his role in approving many projects and founding programs.
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Crops from The Giving Fields in Melbourne support regional food pantries
The Giving Fields in Melbourne, owned by Doug and Shelia Bray, grow fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs to stock local organizations’ food pantries.
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Newport Italianfest returns this week
The 32nd annual Newport Italianfest is taking place from June 13-16, featuring authentic Italian cuisine, live music, a family photo booth, games, rides and more.
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Nonprofit organization NISE promotes inclusive education in Northern Kentucky
NISE, a nonprofit educational initiative specializing in diversity, equity, and inclusion, was founded by Elise Carter and Trinity Walsh after being denied by Fort Thomas Schools District to start a program, and has since grown to serve 15-20 students.
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Welder, Miss Kentucky contestant champions women in trades
Adisyn Donk, a welder and pageant competitor, is using her platform to advocate for women in the trades. If she wins the Miss Kentucky title, she plans to visit high schools to highlight the opportunities in the trades.
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Photos: NKY Pride 2024
Northern Kentucky celebrated Pride with a parade in Covington.
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Erlanger budget committee plans for city employee raises, park improvements
The Erlanger budget committee discussed merit-based raises for city employees and funding allocations for park improvement, settling on a 5.5% increase in salaries and a $1.57 million total allocation for parks in the next fiscal year.
