What you need to know Brent Cooper was originally drawn to the role of the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce president because of his experience as a small-business owner. As the founder of C-Forward, a Covington-based information technology business, Cooper felt his background gave him a distinct perspective that helped him relate to the everyday […]
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Fort Thomas school board proposes tax rate reduction
Taxpayers within Fort Thomas Independent Schools may see a reduction in their property tax rates, though the district plans to generate more local revenue. Fort Thomas’ board of education voted to propose lower rates at this week’s regular meeting. But the proposed lower rates would bring in 4% more property tax revenue than last year, […]
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Elsmere leaders look for answers after recent Garvey Avenue bridge changes
City leaders discussed this week a recent weight rating reduction on the Norfolk Southern Bridge on Garvey Avenue in Elsmere. The reduction in weight rating from 27 tons to 13 tons came after a recent structural analysis by the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, though more information about what specifically led to the reduction was not made […]
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CVG partners with Sinclair Community College to test new aviation technologies
The Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport has partnered with Dayton’s Sinclair Community College, signing an agreement to develop and test new technologies for the aviation industry. As part of the agreement, CVG’s innovation team will collaborate with Sinclair’s aviation program on developing uncrewed aircraft and advanced air mobility vehicles, which are automated aircraft designed for transporting […]
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Voters invited to LINK nky candidate meet-and-greet events
.With 400 people running for office just in Boone, Kenton and Campbell counties in the November election, it can be hard to understand what the candidates on your ballot stand for. While some of those won’t have opponents, there are 288 candidates vying for office in a contested race this November. Stay up to date […]
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Mixed-use redevelopment planned for former Silver Grove School
New life could be coming to the old Silver Grove School, with plans calling for everything from a bakery to a gym. The Campbell County Planning and Zoning Commission approved a zone map amendment and stage-one plans to adapt the old school building into a mixed-use building at its meeting on Aug. 11. The proposed […]
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Borrow free tools to clear storm debris with the Kenton County Library
Storm cleanup just got a little easier for Kenton County residents. Kenton County Library cardholders can freely borrow 300 different tools, including “chainsaws, water pumps, fans, ladders, saws, drills, garden equipment and other tools that can help with clearing debris” to help mitigate storm damage around their homes, according to the library. The program is […]
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Covington residents can drop off tree debris at four locations
Covington residents can drop off downed tree debris that they can carry themselves at four different locations throughout the city, according to an announcement from Mayor Ron Washington on Wednesday. The four locations are listed below. They will be open for debris drop off for a week: The mayor called upon people to help their […]
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2025 Bellevue High School graduate killed in waterfall accident in Oregon
A 2025 high school graduate from Northern Kentucky fell from a waterfall to his death earlier this week while traveling, according to a release from Bellevue Independent Schools. Superintendent Misty Middleton said in a statement that Zach Mertens graduated from Bellevue High School in 2025. “This tragic loss has deeply affected our school community, and […]
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Boone County roads reopen as crews clear storm debris
Roads in Boone County are beginning to reopen as blockages caused by yesterday afternoon’s severe thunderstorms are cleared. The county experienced severe storm damage on Aug. 11, resulting in downed power lines, uprooted trees, power outages and property damage. Following the storm, road crews from Boone County Public Works and Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 6 […]