The St. Elizabeth Edgewood-Covington Hospital in Edgewood has been ranked as the number one hospital in Kentucky by U.S. News and World Report, a publication known for its ranking lists of various institutions, such as higher education and healthcare. St. Elizabeth also ranked as “high performing” in 20 procedures and conditions. “We have always placed […]
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Mobile mammography van to offer screenings in Alexandria
The St. Elizabeth Mammogram Van will be in Alexandria on Aug. 6, offering 3-D mammography screenings. The process, according to a press release from St. Elizabeth, is quick and covered by most insurance (including Medicare and Medicaid), if you are: Please call 850-655-7400 to register. The vehicle is not equipped for patients with disabilities. Financial […]
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Fort Wright may be getting a new park with creek access
Council member Margie Witt has an idea for establishing a park on Fort Wright public land surrounding a stretch of Banklick Creek, and at the July 16 council meeting, Witt was able to explain her vision. The land Witt referred to is located behind the TANK parking lot in Fort Wright. It includes around .67 […]
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Medical cannabis cultivator coming to Erlanger after zoning change
The Kenton County Planning Commission recommended a zoning change for a medical cannabis cultivation facility off Dixie Highway in Erlanger this week, sending final zoning approval to the city. The vote to recommend came Tuesday night during a special meeting of the planning commission, which had been rescheduled due to the typical meeting time’s proximity […]
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Get trained to help in mental health crises this July
Catholic Charities will host a free training for Mental Health First Aid later this month. Mental Health First Aid is a national program that aims to provide non-professionals with go-to resources and strategies to employ in the event they encounter someone going through a crisis. “This vital initiative is designed to equip community members with […]
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Hebron, Point Pleasant Fire Districts officially merge
The fire protection districts of Hebron and Point Pleasant finalized a merger last week. The combined departments will now operate as a single organization under the Hebron Fire Protection District. “The merger reflects years of discussions, hard work and commitment by both firedistricts to deliver the best possible emergency services to our residents,” said Boone […]
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Fireworks safety: Protect yourself and your neighbors with these handy tips
Fireworks can be dangerous if not handled carefully. The Consumer Product Safety Commission advises that the safest way to view fireworks is to watch professional displays and to only buy legal fireworks intended for consumer use from a reputable retailer.
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Health advocates: Kentucky ‘stands to lose more than any other state’ if ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ passes
President Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” has made it through the U.S. Senate after a vote on Tuesday. If the bill passes the House, it will head to the Oval Office to be signed into law. As LINK nky content sharing partner WCPO 9 has previously reported, the bill includes $4.5 trillion in tax cuts, extending reductions first passed […]
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Independence equine therapy org earns international accreditation
Milestones, Inc., an equine therapy organization in Independence founded in 1999, recently received international accreditation for its Equestrian Achievement Program, which provides therapeutic horsemanship for people with disabilities and other physical challenges. Specifically, the program was honored with Premier Accredited Center status from the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International, or PATH International. The organization […]
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Kentucky has four more cases of highly contagious measles
Four unvaccinated Kentuckians have contracted the highly contagious measles, the Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS) announced Friday. Three of the four cases were from the same household in Woodford County and the fourth, unrelated to the others, is in a Todd County person who was exposed while traveling internationally, the cabinet said. Kentucky […]
