Food & Wine Magazine has ranked Covington as one of the best small cities in the United States for food and drink. The article, written by Wendy Pramik, states, “Covington is where smooth bourbon meets savory goetta, and North meets South. This walkable river town blends Appalachian, German and Southern influences into a culinary identity […]
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Inside the project to revitalize a little-known Latonia park
Did you know there’s a park on 30th Street and Decoursey Avenue in Latonia? Samuel Greenhill, neighborhood resident and librarian at the new Latonia branch of the Kenton County Public Library, didn’t know at first, but once he found out, he realized there was a ton of potential. “I was going on a walk with […]
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Ryland Heights Community Center clears planning commission
Designs for a new community center in Ryland Heights received approval from the Kenton County Planning Commission this week. The development plan submitted at this week’s meeting calls for the construction of a small community center on a roughly 11-acre vacant lot on Locust Pike. The plan states the center will be about 3,000 square […]
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River cleanup to honor beloved NKY environmentalist who died in April floods
Butler Park on Mill Street will be filled with volunteers Saturday sweeping area tributaries and cleaning up the land to honor the life of beloved environmentalist Robert “Boo” Singleton months after his death. Singleton was found along the banks of the Licking River during April’s historic flooding. Many believe he was attempting to clean the […]
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Beat summer boredom in Bellevue: community bucket list returns
Bellevue has a fun and informative way to beat some boredom this summer. Bellevue’s Summer Bucket List kicked off Thursday and offers a way for families to spend some time having fun and getting to know their neighbors and city officials better. The bucket list, which the city’s marketing and communications director, Melissa Morandi, told […]
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Close but so far away: Escape NKY without actually leaving
This story is part of our latest super issue. Click here to read more from the edition. Looking to go on a little adventure this summer, but don’t want to go too far? You’re in luck, and there’s plenty to explore around Northern Kentucky that’ll make you feel like you’re worlds away. From the views at […]
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Newport to consider shelter building on Monmouth Street
The City of Newport is considering building a pavilion shelter over roughly ten parking spaces on Monmouth Street to provide a permanent meeting space for the Newport Farmers’ Market and a dedicated space for community events and festivals. Located adjacent to the Pepper Pod restaurant, the space is “largely underutilized,” said Planning and Building Director […]
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Kid-friendly NKY spots beat boredom on a budget
This story is part of our latest super issue. Click here to read more from the edition. Keeping kids entertained doesn’t have to break the bank. Whether they love splashing in the water, exploring nature or getting creative, there are plenty of free adventures in the region. Splash pads Wilder Splash Pad The splash pad runs […]
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Volunteer some of your summertime in NKY
This story is part of our latest super issue. Click here to read more from the edition. Summer is a time for traditions – taking your annual family trip, making s’mores around a bonfire and kids forgetting what they learned the previous school year. This year, maybe it’s time to start a tradition that helps connect […]
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Get ready for the Fort Wright Garden Club Plant Swap & Sale
The Fort Wright Garden Club’s Plant Swap & Sale returns this month. During the event, people can bring their plants and flowers to trade with others. Participants can bring their plants to swap on May 16 from 6 to 8 p.m. or May 17 from 9 to 10 a.m. “Dirty Bucks will be spent at […]
