There are ten candidates competing for four seats on the Newport city commission. Eight of them will advance from the May 17 to the general election in November where four will be elected. Two of the incumbent members of the commission are not seeking reelection, while two others are. LINK nky was joined by seven […]
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Beth Fennell: Why I’m running for Newport city commission
The following op-ed is written by Beth Fennell, a candidate for reelection to Newport city commission As a current Newport City Commissioner I am running to continue the unprecedented growth enjoyed by Newport in recent years and continue improving quality of life issues important to all our residents and businesses. Today’s successes are the result […]
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Ed Davis: Why I’m running for Newport city commission
The following op-ed is written by Ed Davis, candidate for Newport city commission I have always thought that Newport is the best place in our area to live. We have all of the amenities of a major city but the small town feel that we all love. This is a place that allows you to be […]
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I’m an independent. What primary races can I vote in?
With the primary races heating up in Northern Kentucky, independent voters might wonder if they can vote in any race. Independent voters can vote in all judicial races and city commissioner races; these races are listed below. LINK nky will be hosting a candidate forum for the Newport City Commissioner race Thursday, May 5, at […]
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David Capella: Why I’m running for Newport city commission
The following op-ed is written by David Capella, candidate for Newport city commission My wife, Becky, and I moved to Newport in 2016. We took a chance on a house that needed some work, but was in decent shape. Since we have moved in, the block we are on and surrounding blocks, along with our […]
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Gordon Henry: Why I’m running for Newport city commission
The following op-ed is written by Gordon Henry, candidate for Newport city commission I am running for Newport City Commission because I believe it is now time for me to take the next step in service to my community. The city has undergone a lot of transformation since I graduated high school, which is quite […]
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Julie Smith-Morrow: Why I’m running for Newport city commission
The following op-ed is written by Julie Smith-Morrow, candidate for Newport city commission. I’m a candidate for Newport city commissioner. I ask for your votes on May 17 so I can advance to the November 8 general election. To help you decide to vote for me, I’ll explain why I’m running for commissioner. First, I […]
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Meet the candidates running for Newport City Commission
The Newport City Commission is one of the most important institutions in the city. With the primary election approaching on May 17, Newport residents are eager to learn more about the candidates vying to become city officials. 2022 will prove to be a crucial year for Newport City Commission elections as two longtime commissioners, Jerry […]
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Ken Rechtin: Why I’m running for Newport city commission
This op-ed is written by Ken Rechtin, candidate for Newport city commission. March is a fun month to me. The college hoops event called “March Madness” is the culmination of all the hard work the college basketball teams have done during the season and preseason. It is often said that one runs for office as […]
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Mike Radwanski: Why I’m running for Newport city commissioner
The following op-ed is written by Mike Radwanski, a candidate for Newport city commission. Contact him at Radwanskiforcommissioner@gmail.com or 248-736-0160. I’ve been all in for Newport from day one. Since buying my first home a decade ago, I’ve served as Gateway’s neighborhood rep, co-founded the Restoration Happy Hours, and, more recently, served on several citizen-driven steering […]
