The Newport City Commission held a special meeting on Jan. 9, where they named their new vice mayor. Long-time city Commissioner Beth Fennell was selected to fill the role previously held by commissioner Frank Peluso, who did not seek reelection for a new term. Fennell was elected to the commission in 1992 and previously served […]
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Newport Central Catholic incoming freshman earn scholarships
Newport Central Catholic announced the eight students that obtained the top scores on the High School Placement Test and their scholarship amounts. Otto Hansbauer: St. Catherine – Scholarship of $1000 a year for 4 years Alex Muench: St. Catherine – Scholarship of $750 a year for 4 years Kyle DeMann: St. Thomas – Scholarship of […]
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Nominations for Kentucky’s 2024 Teacher of the Year close today
Do you know a Kentucky public school educator that is deserving for Teacher of the Year? Nominations close today, Monday, Jan. 9. Click here to fill out the form.
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Northern Kentucky’s NAACP branch to hold annual outreach luncheon
The NAACP Northern Kentucky Branch is holding its Annual Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Community Outreach Luncheon at the Newport Syndicate. The Annual Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Education Partner Award, Dr. King Corporate Award, Keeper of the Dream Award, Vision and Unity Award, Community Impact Award and Presidents Award will be presented to winners. […]
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Point/Arc purchases Yankee Doodle Deli, producer of ZELS pretzels
Covington’s Yankee Doodle Deli, producer of ZELS pretzels, has been purchased by the Point/Arc. Marilyn Baker, founder and owner of Yankee Doodle Deli, said in a press release that the reason she decided to sell her business to Point/Arc was because of their similar mission statements. “You can still feel good when purchasing, and eating, […]
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Goat yoga is coming to a local lavender farm this summer
Get your mind, body and soul aligned this summer with yoga, baby goats and fresh picked lavender at Bayer Farms. Goat yoga will take place on Thursday, June 15 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Bayer Farms in Verona offers a multitude of exciting events that support the community and bring awareness to the agriculture sector. […]
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Alexandria Beautification Committee transitioning to be Future Planning Committee
At the Jan. 5 Alexandria City Council meeting, city council member Susan Vanlandingham updated the city’s new Future Planning Committee, previously known as the Beautification Committee. According to Vanlandingham, the committee’s primary purpose is to evaluate the potential development of land in the city and to identify their zoning. The other purpose of the committee […]
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Kenton County Library hosts ¡Feliz dÃa de Reyes!Â
Bring the familia to the Independence branch of the Kenton County Public Library to celebrate Three Kings Day on Saturday, Jan. 7 from 1-3 p.m. DÃa de Reyes, (Three Kings Day), or Epiphany, commemorates the visit that the Three Wise Men paid to Jesus after his birth. Sweet bread, hot cocoa, and activities will be […]
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Building Industry Association of NKY installs 2023 Board of Directors and Leadership
The Building Industry Association of Northern Kentucky installed its 2023 leadership at an event held at Summit Hills Country Club in Crestview Hills, Kentucky. The association has some major plans for this year and its new leadership. The opening of the Enzweiler Building Institute’s new Covington location and the launch of the Covington Academy for […]
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Campbell County Board of Education elects new chair/vice chair
At their special meeting Wednesday, the Campbell County Board of Education voted to elect Kimber Fender as the school board chair and Peggy Shultz as vice chair. Fender previously served on the board as vice chair. She has been the District 3 representative for 10 years. Shultz has served as the District 4 representative for […]
