On June 2, a team of paddlers is set to embark on the Ohio River Challenge, a 250-mile, 10-day expedition from Portsmouth, Ohio to Louisville. Retracing the route of past explorers, their expedition has a modern-day mission to forge partnerships that showcase the region’s natural beauty, cultural heritage, and opportunities for outdoor recreation. Along the […]
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2023 Northern Kentucky Summer Camps
School’s out, but that doesn’t mean that there aren’t places where kids can keep their learning muscles activated in healthy and fun ways. Check out these summer camps and activities to keep everyone engaged throughout the season. COV Camp If you’re a Covington resident and you need something to do, you’re in luck. The city’s […]
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New ‘Guide to the Ohio River Way’ released
Nonprofit Ohio River Way has released the 52-page publication “Guide to the Ohio River Way” to help readers dive into river recreation. The publication was written by people who love the outdoors, including recreation advocates, conservationists, and researchers. The goal was to help people find adventure, from paddling or boating on the river to cycling […]
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Northern Kentucky Juneteenth celebration to kick off with Freedom Day Parade
The Northern Kentucky Juneteenth celebration will kick off on June 17 with the Freedom Day Parade. The parade will line up at Robbin and Prospect Streets near Randolph Park at 9 a.m. and will head down Greenup Street, concluding at the Covington Plaza. Following the parade at 11 a.m. will be the Black Excellence Awards […]
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Campbell County Public Library’s summer reading program kicks off next month
Summer Reading is back starting Saturday, June 3 at the Campbell County Public Library — and this year’s theme is all about dinosaurs. Each branch will offer activities and giveaways throughout June and July that all ages can participate in. Kickoff details The program starts Saturday, June 3, with registration opening at 9 a.m. at […]
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Police saturate roads, waterways for drunk driving enforcement over Memorial Day weekend
Police forces across the Tri-State have pledged to be out in force addressing drunk and distracted driving during what AAA predicted would be the third heaviest Memorial Day travel period in history. Thousands will also be enjoying the water this weekend. Boaters like Dock Master Kelly Heizer with Freedom Boat Club are urging their fellow […]
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Largest class of students expected at 2023 Governor’s School for Entrepreneurs
Northern Kentucky University is working with the Governor’s School for Entrepreneurs to host the largest class of participants at the annual summer program on NKU’s campus in two separate sessions. The first session will begin on June 11 and the second on July 9. The Governor’s School for Entrepreneurs brings students from across Kentucky together […]
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Covington general fund budget shortfall due to dwindling payroll tax collections, city says
The City of Covington’s general fund expenditures have exceeded its revenue, according to a recent quarterly financial report presented to the city commission on Tuesday. The deficit applies only to the city’s general fund. Other earmarked funds do not show similar splits in revenue and expenditure. According to statements from the city’s finance director, Steve […]
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Kenton County Sheriff warns against scammers posing as law enforcement
Scammers impersonating police officers and other law enforcement personnel are “ramping up their activity in our area,” according to a press release from the Kenton County Sheriff’s Office. Specifically, the release warns about phone calls from people claiming that someone has a warrant out for their arrest and that they need to pay a fee […]
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NewCath director of advancement resigns
Newport Central Catholic High School announced today that Charles Marks has resigned from his four-year post as director of advancement. Marks took over in that role in 2019. He is leaving Newport Central Catholic to work as the Major Gift Officer with Dynamic Catholic Institute. Along with Newport Central Catholic Principal Kenny Collopy, Marks has […]
