Voting can be somewhat of a confusing process, especially if you’ve never done it before. To ensure everyone is able to fulfill their civic duty by voting, the Kentucky State Board of Elections put together this list of frequently asked questions about Election Day. Scroll on to find out everything you need to know about […]
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NKU students to turn TANK bus into moving canvas for BLINK
A group of Northern Kentucky University students is spending the summer designing an installation on a TANK bus for BLINK this October. The project explores how bridges, transit routes and human connections link Northern Kentucky and Cincinnati. BLINK is the nation’s largest public light and art event, attracting millions of visitors from around the world. The […]
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How to get into Covington now that the ramps are closed
Ramp closures into Covington off I-71/75 began in earnest this week as the construction for the Brent Spence Corridor Project commenced. In spite of this, Mayor Ron Washington said, “it is important to reiterate that Covington remains accessible.” “I want to acknowledge the concerns and frustrations we have heard from residents regarding the recent ramp […]
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NKU turns projected deficit into $2.1M surplus in FY27 budget
In March, Northern Kentucky University predicted a $1.9 million deficit for fiscal year 2027; instead, on Wednesday, the NKU Board of Regents approved the fiscal year 2027 budget with a $2.1 million surplus. ​The approved budget includes a $222 million operating budget for fiscal year 2026-27 and a 3% salary increase for eligible staff. The […]
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Boone County allocates $3.1 million to mental health, aging and disability programs for residents
What you need to know Boone County has approved the allocation of over $3 million from its Mental Health, Intellectual Disability and Occupational Aging Tax to local nonprofits that provide critical services to the residents of the county. On Tuesday, June 9, the Boone County Fiscal Court approved a resolution distributing $3,095,300 to support programs […]
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Get a sneak peek at Covington’s budget for the next fiscal year
What you need to know Covington will vote on its budget for fiscal year 2027, which starts on July 1 and goes until June 30 of next year, in two weeks. Mayor Ron Washington encouraged city residents to “go online and take a look at the proposed language and contact any (elected officials) or our […]
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Elsmere honors scholarship recipients at city council meeting
The city of Elsmere awarded two high school graduates scholarships for their academic and extracurricular achievements. At Tuesday’s city council meeting, members presented Lavar Herron and Krystal Ortega Garcia, graduates from Lloyd Memorial High School, each with a $3,000 scholarship. Mayor Marty Lenhof shared some insight on the history of the scholarship during the presentation. […]
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Former Kenton County District Judge Chas Brannen dies
Former Kenton County District Judge Chas Brannen died on Tuesday, May 26, at the age of 79. Brannen served as a Kenton County District Judge from 1978 to 1985 and was a fixture in his local community, frequently meeting friends and community members at Roebling Books and Coffee in Covington. A native of Fort Mitchell, […]
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Kentucky Nonprofit Network names Aimee Jewell director of learning and capacity
The Kentucky Nonprofit Network, a consortium of the commonwealth’s nonprofit organizations, has named a new director of learning and capacity. Aimee Jewell, a veteran of Kentucky’s nonprofit sector, will manage the creation and implementation of educational programs for nonprofit professionals across the state. She will oversee the organization’s statewide education strategy and program offerings, designing […]
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Independence issues final approvals for industrial park expansion
The Independence City Council issued final approvals for an annexation request and zoning change Monday that will allow for the expansion of Park 536, a cluster of industrial buildings along KY-536. The votes to approve the two changes were unanimous and represent the final legislative step before the developers can begin expanding in earnest. The […]
