Sue Watson of Town Artist is creating a new hand-drawn cartoon map of Alexandria, highlighting local businesses and landmarks. Watson creates cartoon maps of cities and towns all over the country. Municipalities typically hire Watson, who owns the company, to do the artwork, but once or twice a year, she said she makes maps of […]
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Florence Dutch Bros proposal approved
What you need to know An Arizona-based coffee shop chain is opening a new location in Northern Kentucky. In February, Dutch Bros requested a modification to the concept development plan for a 10.7-acre parcel at 7606-7654 Mall Road in Florence to construct a 990-square-foot coffee shop with a drive-thru. This was done through Village at […]
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How an NKY creative director passes the time with his custom watch business
If you asked creative director and Newport resident Josh Jacob what he does in his free time, he might wryly explain his talent for making “fake watches.” But his watches are very real—and way more interesting than most of what you’d find in a jewelry store. Faux Wrist, the timepiece brand Jacob created for his […]
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Newport remembers community champion Robert Ingguls
The legacy of Robert Ingguls, youth advocate, historian and community pillar, was celebrated by the city of Newport in a tribute recognizing his lifelong dedication to service. “Black history lives through the enduring legacy of leaders like Robert Ingguls, who we honor tonight,” said Newport Mayor Tom Guidugli Jr. Ingguls was born on Sept. 11, […]
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Cooper graduate set to release debut novel, started in high school
A fascination with history and family roots pushed Peyton Schroer to start writing a book at 15, a project that is now set to be published as a novel. Schroer, a Randall K. Cooper High School graduate, started writing his novel, “Legacy Never Dies,” as a sophomore. Now, in his first year at the University […]
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Check out Covington’s 2026 neighborhood project grant winners
Covington has approved 2026’s round of grant recipients for neighborhood projects throughout the city. The program, which is administered in partnership with the Center for Great Neighborhoods, helps neighborhood groups fund community projects. Roughly $35,000 in total were furnished to nine recipients, according to city documents. The neighborhood groups below received grant funding for the […]
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How’s the progress on Erlanger’s Eons Park?
What you need to know The early phases of Erlanger’s Eons adventure park are coming together. LINK nky joined community members and city leaders this week for a tour of areas that are either complete or near completion, specifically the areas around Houston Road and Sycamore Tree Lane, near the area where the park’s groundbreaking […]
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A legacy that endures: Oakley Farris’ lasting impact on NKU
Oakley Farris didn’t view his support of Northern Kentucky University as philanthropy; he saw it as an investment in people, opportunity and the future of Northern Kentucky. Farris, a Northern Kentucky philanthropist, made his first gift to NKU on Feb. 12, 1997. He continued to support the university until his death on Dec. 1 at […]
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Work out, but make it fun in NKY
Sometimes, working out can feel like … well, work. If you’re feeling like you need to get a workout in, but you don’t really want to work that hard, and you need a drink, look no further. We’ve found several different places across Northern Kentucky where you can grab a drink and get some sort […]
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Stay safe this holiday season: Fire prevention tips
Fire departments around the country respond to an average of 835 home fires a year due to holiday decorations, and it is important to stay vigilant throughout the holidays to ensure everyone stays safe.