Many cities allowed businesses to create outdoor seating in 2020 so that they could continue to serve customers amid restrictions put in place due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Often, establishments put tables wherever they could find the room, whether that be on sidewalks or parking lots. To ensure those newly created spaces comply with the […]
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LINK streetscapes: U.S. 42 in Florence, Union
This segment of Streetscapes isn’t technically a street. It’s a Highway. But I often find myself in this area for doctor’s appointments, hair appointments, or just other errands that bring me out this way. So I decided my next trip to the Florence/Union area was not going to be appointment driven, but rather recreation driven, […]
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Eat, drink, save lives during Burger Week
Burger Week is here. The weeklong celebration of the American classic is happening July 11 through 17, features $7 burgers at more than 50 local restaurants, and rewards participants with points via the new Burger Week app. Participants wanting to earn points toward Burger Week must download the Burger Week App. Donors must check in […]
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Alexandria Brewing helped co-founder get through tough times
Alexandria Brewing Company, better known as ABC, is more than a realization of a business idea. It is the physical manifestation of a man’s internal battle with difficult experiences. ABC is located in a former Jeff Wyler auto dealership off of Alexandria Pike. The brewery is one of the most visible businesses in Alexandria, serving […]
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Trotta’s Steak and Seafood in Dayton permanently closes
Trotta’s Steak and Seafood restaurant in Dayton has permanently closed after five years in operation. The upscale steakhouse opened in Dayton’s central business district on 6th Avenue in May 2017. They closed their doors this past weekend. Owner Kathleen Trotta said the closure was due to rising prices and inflation. “We could not keep up […]
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Japanese steakhouse opens Wednesday in Newport
Saku Japanese Steakhouse is opening in Newport Wednesday, the restaurant announced on Facebook. “We apologize for the long wait for us to finally open,” the post said. Saku is located at 165 Pavilion Parkway in Newport. Hours are Monday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.; Friday and […]
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LINK streetscapes: Main Street in Covington
Main Street in Covington is a place where the options for food feel endless. Every NKY native at some point has made a trip to the Mainstrasse area, whether it be for the food, the fun or the festivals. For this LINK streetscapes segment, we are going to focus on some businesses on the tail […]
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LINK streetscapes: Yoga, cookie dough and coffee on Fort Thomas Avenue
Fort Thomas is one of my favorite places to visit in the summer. It’s also one of the most walkable and beautiful places in NKY, which is why I decided to explore its namesake avenue for our next LINK streetscapes feature. RELATED: LINK streetscapes: Coffee and pizza on Monmouth There’s a huge variety of places […]
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U.S. Senate committee names Dry Ridge cafe business of the week
Beans Cafe and Bakery in Dry Ridge was recognized last week as ‘business of the week’ by the U.S. Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship. Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.), the ranking member on the committee, selected Beans. “Mr. President, as Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, each week I […]
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Five NKY places our readers said we should visit
Over the last few months, I’ve been on a quest to find new places in NKY to shop, eat and drink, and I’ve been sharing my favorites with LINK readers each week. In return, LINK readers have been telling us their favorite places that I haven’t been to yet. So, I decided to try out […]