Northern Kentucky University is set to host the 2023 National Civics Bee, an initiative aimed at encouraging more young Americans to engage in civics and contribute to their communities. On April 29, from 10 a.m. to noon, students will compete in a live quiz event in front of their friends, family and a panel of […]
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Resurfacing project to reduce traffic on KY 3716 next week
KY 3716, Waymans Branch Road, will narrow to one lane traffic beginning Tuesday, May 2, according to a press release from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. The traffic reduction will allow road crews to perform resurfacing work and is estimated to last until Friday, May 5. The work will occur between mile point 0.4 and mile […]
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‘9/11 Never Forget Mobile Exhibit’ headed to Florence
The “9/11 Never Forget Mobile Exhibit” will come to Florence May 6 through the 14. The 1100-square-foot mobile display contains images and artifacts from 9/11. The exhibit is guided by firefighters of the Fire Department of New York City, who can answer your questions and recall their firsthand accounts of that day. The exhibit will […]
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Thomas More Biology Field Station awarded grant for monitoring water quality in Ohio River
The Biology Field Station of Thomas More University has been named as a recipient of Duke Energy’s 2023 Climate Resiliency grant program. The Biology Field Station provides educational and research opportunities for university students and local communities, companies and organizations. According to Thomas More’s website, the Field Station allows students and scientists to research a […]
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Report: River Haus Apartments to be listed for sale
Covington’s River Haus Apartments will soon be up for sale although there is no known price at this time, according to a report from the Cincinnati Business Courier. The five-story luxury apartment space opened for leasing in 2020. Overall, it cost approximately $40 million to construct. Owned by Columbus-based real state investment firm CBRE Real […]
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Wilder approves $1.2 million bond for new firetruck
Wilder City Council approved a $1.2 million bond agreement in a regular April meeting as part of a multi-faceted plan to fund a new fire truck. The city received six bids from various banks willing to finance the order. City Administrator Terry Vance recommended Chase Bank’s offer of a locked annual interest rate of 3.4% […]
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IRS to host hiring events Wednesday, Thursday
The IRS will host direct hiring events for customer service representatives and tax examiners between 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on April 26 and 27 at the Cincinnati Marriott at RiverCenter. Recruiters will be reviewing resumes and hiring on the spot for 450 customer service representatives and a limited number of tax examiners. Job seekers […]
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NKU College of Education to host Diverse Educator Career Fair
Northern Kentucky University’s College of Education is hosting its annual Diverse Educator Career Fair on April 27 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. in Griffin Hall. The fair is aimed at currently licensed professionals and people with bachelor’s degrees without a license but who are interested in the field. Attendees can find networking and interviewing […]
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Covington to host third annual Smoke on the River BBQ Fest next month
Smoke on the River BBQ Fest will host its third annual weekend celebration from May 12 to May 14 at Covington Plaza along the riverfront. The three-day festival will feature barbecue vendors from throughout the region and is free to the public. The festival will also feature musical entertainment and food from 11 different vendors. […]
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Lane closures planned ahead Campbell County paving project
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 6 Office announced single lane closure on Wednesday, April 26, ahead of a microsurface paving project on U.S. 27, or Alexandria Pike. Crews will work on U.S. 27 from KY 824 (Race Track Road) to KY 1936 (Kenton Station Road). Work is expected between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Road […]
