Edgewood General Services Director Rick Lunnemann talked to council Monday night, outlining a plan to create a new, larger salt dome for the city, to be located on the same site as the present salt dome on South Loop road. “I’m here tonight to talk to you about a potential project for next year’s fiscal […]
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I-71/75 rolling road blocks scheduled for March 20
East Kentucky Power has scheduled rolling road blocks for March 20 on I-71/75 so that road crews can pull a line across the interstate just north of the Rest Area (177.13 mile-marker). Starting at 6 a.m, the road blocks will begin at U.S. 42 southbound and at the I-71/75 split northbound, approximately 10 MPH. If […]
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Public meeting scheduled on KY 8 Licking River Bridge progress
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet will be holding a public meeting on March 30 to discuss potential improvements to the KY 8 Licking River Bridge project. The meeting will provide a project update, as well as proposed alternatives for public review and input. The public will have an opportunity to ask questions and make comments with […]
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Work begins today on Texas Turnaround to reduce accidents on Brent Spence
Work begins today on a Texas Turnaround as part of a state-funded plan to reduce accidents by changing how traffic merges from Covington onto Northbound I-71 and I-75 on the Brent Spence Bridge. But don’t worry — the 4th Street ramp isn’t expected to close until the project nears completion. The project aims to improve […]
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Senate explores the idea of a nuclear power plant in Kentucky
As the coal industry continues to shrink, Senators in Kentucky are exploring the option of nuclear energy. Sen. Danny Carroll (R-Benton) introduced Senate Concurrent Resolution 171 in the Senate Economic Development, Tourism and Labor Committee, which, if passed, would request that the Legislative Research Commission explore the option of funding sources and research institutions that […]
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Covington officials launch survey to learn how residents want federal grants used
City of Covington officials have launched a survey to learn how residents would like to see the city use its annual allocation of funds from the federal Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnerships programs. There will also be a virtual hearing at 6 p.m. on Monday, March 21. Residents can join the Zoom meeting and weigh in […]
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“Doing it right”: Roebling Bridge work continues with eye on spring reopening
It was supposed to open last fall and then late last year, and then in January, and then in February. But it is now March and the John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge remains closed entirely to vehicular traffic, and partially to pedestrians. On Saturday, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet – District 6 Office, which is overseeing […]
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Boone County takes step toward water line expansion: ‘I am so excited’
Three resolutions passed at the regular Boone County Fiscal Court Tuesday night which pushed the water line expansion for rural Boone County areas forward. “I am so excited to have these items on the agenda tonight,” said Judge/Executive Gary Moore. “Our goal of expanding public water to those who currently do not have it is […]
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Fort Thomas continues deep dive review of zoning ordinances
Following up on its Comprehensive Plan, the Fort Thomas Planning and Zoning Commission has launched an extensive review of zoning ordinances. The plan itself was a culmination of more than a year of planning and community-wide discussions. City officials are working to implement parts of the plan, and updating the zoning ordinance is part of […]
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Covington drivers beware: Parking meters now being enforced on evenings, Saturdays
Drivers in Covington will need to get used to remembering to feed their parking meters at night and on Saturdays, the city announced Wednesday. “As downtown grows and becomes busier, we want to ensure that our businesses have parking for their customers and clients,” City Manager Ken Smith said. “These metered spots are designed for […]