The 2023 Kenton County Fair and Horse Show concluded Saturday after a six-day run in Independence. The fair, which began in 1988, includes pageants, tractor pulls, livestock shows, motorcycle races and more. “Hundreds of Kenton County’s youth have participated in this program to learn how to care for and market their animals,” the fair’s website […]
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Paradise Music and Beer Festival happening at Braxton this weekend
Paradise Music and Beer Festival is a two-day free event at Braxton Brewing this weekend. Live music, food, vendors, and Braxton beer and cocktails will be available along West 7th Street in Covington during the event. The festival is July 14-15. Friday’s music lineup will take the stage beginning at 4 p.m. and ending at […]
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Former Louisville basketball player Russ Smith brings his bourbon to NKY
Former Louisville basketball player Russ Smith is taking his bourbon on the road and bringing it to Fort Thomas. Smith’s brand, Mr. & Mrs. Bourbon, has been on shelves for roughly two years, and after recently selling out, Smith is re-releasing four labels and introducing three new labels under his brand. He travels across Kentucky, […]
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Life Learning Center to host community give-back initiative
The Life Learning Center is hosting a community clean-up initiative in Covington near the organization’s campus at 20 West 18th St. According to a news release, the organization wanted to develop a give-back program where participants make “meaningful contributions within their community.” On Friday, July 14, and July 21, the event is taking place from […]
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River Days Festival returns to Dayton this weekend
River Days Festival returns to the Dayton riverfront for the third year. The event showcases the new luxury condos and townhomes at Manhattan Harbour, including The Waterfront, a new high-end condo community. The first phase of The Waterfront development is almost done. Once complete, it will have seven five-level buildings, each with 14 units. The […]
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Resident presented Alexandria’s Outstanding Citizen Award
Friends and family surrounded Jenni McBride at the July 6 Alexandria City Council Meeting, where she was presented with the city’s Outstanding Citizens Award. She was honored for her acts of charity, love for her neighbors, and organization of community events for those in need. Alexandria Mayor Andy Schabell said the city had received four […]
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Elevate your dance skills with NKU’s Summer Dance Institute
Northern Kentucky University School of the Arts announces the return of the Summer Dance Institute, an immersive collegiate dance program for aspiring artists. From Aug. 4 through 6 in the Health Innovations Room 125, NKU, the program is an opportunity for participants between the ages of 14 and 23 to receive a comprehensive introduction to […]
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St. Henry Catholic School to host bingo jackpots
St. Henry Catholic School in Elsmere will have opportunities for special jackpot prizes at their weekly Monday-night bingo night this evening. Doors open at 4:45 p.m. at the school, and competitors must be at least 18 years old to participate. All proceeds from the night benefit the St. Henry Catholic School. Jackpot prizes go up […]
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On your street: West Broadway Street/Observation Avenue in Newport
This story originally appeared in the June 23 edition of the weekly LINK Reader. To get these stories first, subscribe at linknky.com/subscribe. The hill above Newport has many nicknames – Nanny Goat Hill and Spaghetti Nob, among others. Whatever it is called, it is known for its spectacular views of downtown Cincinnati and the Ohio River […]
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Here are five ‘pick-your-own’ farms to visit around NKY this Fourth of July weekend
Pick-your-own farms offer individuals and families an opportunity to enjoy the outdoors and connect with the local farming community. Whether it’s picking flowers, lavender, blueberries, each farm offers a chance to create a unique experience. With Fourth of July weekend officially upon us, LINK nky found five pick-your-own farms in Northern Kentucky people can check […]
