Written by WCPO’s Jasmine Styles The only school for Black children in Campbell County before integration now has something new to keep its legacy going. A group of Northern Kentucky University students decided to do a class project on the history of the Southgate Street School using stories from alumni. “It was an adventure when […]
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Newport provides update on Buena Vista neighborhood’s historic status
Discussion on naming the Buena Vista Neighborhood a historic district for preservation efforts has been ongoing in Newport since around 2016. Though city officials said they are on board with the idea, Newport Manager Tom Fromme most recently said they had encountered some technical issues they must address before anything can move forward. “We found […]
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Covington’s newest co-working space open after renovations completed on historic building
One of Covington’s historic buildings has been transformed into the city’s newest shared workspace: Ernst Coworking. Located at 405 Garrard St. in Covington’s Licking Riverside neighborhood, Ernst Coworking features 17 offices, each in different sizes. Some offices can accommodate up to two people, others up to six, and then a team office is also available. […]
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Who’s got the power? The role of boards and commissions in city government
This story originally appeared in our weekly LINK Reader. Subscribe to our print edition here. Chances are good that, at some point, you will interact with your city government. Need a variance to build a driveway? Make your case at a Board of Adjustment meeting. Worried about outdated playground equipment? Bring your concern to the Parks […]
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City of Covington honors local businesses at third annual Authenti-CITY Awards
“Welcome to the bold side of the river.” That’s how Tom West, Covington’s economic development director, kicked off the third annual Covington Economic Development Department Authenti-CITY Awards. Business owners, city employees, residents and onlookers all gathered in the alley between KungFood Chu’s AmerAsia and Train with Rocco to witness the distribution of awards. Held to […]
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Northern Kentucky Restoration to host free event this Saturday
Northern Kentucky Restoration, a group dedicated to the preservation of historical houses and buildings in the region, will hold a free event this Saturday, May 13. The event will feature guest talks from contractors, builders and preservation enthusiasts, as well as free workshops on techniques for rehabbing and maintaining historical homes. Anyone with an interest […]
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Erlanger brings back task force to discuss diversity, inclusion
Even though Renee Wilson said she said she’s never personally felt discriminated against or threatened in Erlanger because of her race, Wilson said that doesn’t mean that issues of diversity ought to be sidelined, particularly within the school system. “We want to have more interacting with students so that when they come out of school,” […]
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Figures overlooking Covington for more than 100 years to be removed, recast
The chimeras and gargoyles that adorn the Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption in Covington have been removed to be molded and recast. The figures’ origins go back to the mid-19th century and have loomed over the cathedral for over 100 years. The cathedral collectively has 58 terra cotta figures, also known as grotesques. The chimeras […]
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Archaeology seeks to uncover secrets of the Newport Barracks
Written by Michael Coker | WCPO Joggers and walkers along the floodwall in Newport might notice some new faces come Thursday morning. Starting at 9 a.m. a crew of archaeologists, along with a team of volunteers, will be setting up near General James Taylor Park along Riverboat Row. Originally, this work was to slated to […]
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Southgate commemorates Arbor Day: ‘Don’t take your community for granted’
Southgate held its annual Arbor Day celebration Friday at Southgate Community Center, which overlooks a forest and a lake. For 18 years, the Arbor Day Foundation has designated Southgate as a Tree City USA. Eligibility includes having a tree board and an annual Arbor Day proclamation. The hour-long program featured a dedication to former Park […]
