Renovations at Buena Vista Park in Newport are ongoing; this time, a new green space, walking loop, and parking are being implemented. Newport Mayor Tom Guidugli Jr. said the improvements to the park have been made over the course of 10 years. The area once served as a gravel parking area, and while it is […]
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Boone County Animal Shelter seeking dog food donations
The Boone County Animal Shelter is asking for your help. The shelter said they are stocking up on dry dog food for their pups and donations are always appreciated. They will take any brand. Anyone with donations can either ship it to their shelter at 5642 Idlewild Road in Burlington or pick some up and […]
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To chicken or not to chicken? Ludlow asks
Urban chickens were a hot topic at Thursday’s Ludlow City Council caucus meeting, where a resident had previously requested a discussion on the issue. Police Chief Scott Smith read a plethora of points to ponder before such a legalization should come home to roost. First and foremost, there can’t be loose chickens running amok on […]
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Coyotes are on the move: Here is what to do if you see one
Written by Kentucky Lantern’s Sarah Ladd During coyote mating season, Kentucky Fish and Wildlife officials say there are more sightings both in cities and the country. The winter mating season is in its peak this month and will continue through March. “Coyote sightings typically increase this time of year when they are mating, and through July when […]
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On The Street Where You Live – Midnight Run
Midnight Run is the entrance street to Revere’s Crossing subdivision in Independence. Each of the four streets are named in reference to Paul Revere. Midnight Run is half mile long leading from Taylor Mill Road to a dead end. Bev and Terry Dullaghan Seventeen years ago, Taylor Mills residents Bev and Terry Dullaghan were looking […]
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Florence fitness instructor survives widow-maker heart attack: ‘Life is so fragile’
February is American Heart Month and one Florence woman is emphasizing this even more with her story of surviving the unimaginable. “All the times I showed up for a workout class and trained, I was really training for this day, when it truly really mattered and I didn’t even know it,” CycleBar and yoga instructor […]
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Campbell County hosts Kentucky Elks Association convention; local man named president
The Kentucky Elks Association is hosting its convention in Campbell County this week and will welcome Elks from across the state to its Newport chapter. Newport Elks Lodge number 273 is hosting the festivities from Feb. 16-18, including the official installation of The Kentucky Elks Association President Ray Pauly, Jr. of Alexandria. The Benevolent and […]
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Three reasons to give blood in the month of February
One in seven patients entering a hospital need a blood transfusion, yet only about 3% of Americans give blood. The Red Cross needs people to make and keep appointments to give blood or platelets in the month of February and they have three reasons to do so: Donors of all blood types, particularly type O […]
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Fan Man: The story behind Twice as Nice in Bellevue
“One man’s trash or another man’s treasure” is a common phrase associated with antiques. For Twice As Nice Antiques & More owner Michael Hoffmann, it is the learning process and history behind picking up the 20th century 1934 kids’ pop gun or the early 40’s porcelain Good Year Tires sign that makes the business treasurable. […]
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AJ Jolly’s annual report highlights past achievements, looks to new projects ahead
AJ Jolly Parks and Recreations Manager Larry Harrod presented their 2022 annual report to the Campbell County Fiscal Court at their meeting earlier this month. The report highlighted some of the improvements made in the park last year and showcased some projects on the horizon. AJ Jolly is a 1000-acre park and campground in Alexandria with activities […]
