Two upcoming fundraising events in Northern Kentucky will benefit ALS United Ohio, a nonprofit advocacy organization for people affected by ALS. The first event, Christmas in July, will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, July 30, at Blessed Sacrament, located at 2409 Dixie Highway in Fort Mitchell. The event is being organized by […]
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Meet your superintendent: Ludlow Independent Schools
While touring around Ludlow Independent Schools facilities, Superintendent Dr. Jason Steffen noted as many historic details as he did the new features. On a staircase landing, he gestured to a narrow, newly constructed room with churchlike windows. It’s empty now, but will soon be filled with archives from the district dating back to its origins […]
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After speculation, Republican Stivers says he will not run for governor in 2027
Kentucky Senate President Robert Stivers said he will not launch a 2027 bid for governor. In a Monday morning statement, the Manchester Republican said he was “deeply grateful for the encouragement and confidence so many Kentuckians have shown by asking me to consider running for governor in 2027.” “After thoughtful discussions with my family, friends […]
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NKU Board of Regents elects new leadership
The Northern Kentucky University Board of Regents announced the election of three new leaders ahead of the fall semester. The board of regents, the governing body responsible for overseeing the strategic direction and policies of NKU, recently conducted its annual election to appoint officers for the upcoming term. Regent Kara Williams: NKU class of 2001, […]
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NKU hosts growing camp aimed at boosting college enrollment
More than 100 Northern Kentucky middle school students are spending part of their summer on a college campus through an expanded “College Bound Camp” designed to inspire students to pursue higher education long before they enter high school. Now in its second year, the program will serve 110 students this summer, including 55 incoming sixth […]
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Follow the money: UK trustees keep giving big to Beshear
Ruth Day contributed another $15,000 to the Kentucky Democratic Party on June 16, ten days before Gov. Andy Beshear appointed her to the University of Kentucky Board of Trustees, according to a report filed by the KDP this week with the Federal Election Commission. That brings the total contributed by Day (and her late husband […]
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Sen. Mitch McConnell’s office issues new photo, update on his health
Sen. Mitch McConnell’s office issued a new statement and photo of McConnell Monday morning, along with a statement from the Office of the Attending Physician (OAP). The statements say McConnell is still working hard on recovering from a fall in June, but he won’t be back on his feet in time to attend Kentucky’s annual […]
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Burlington Antique Show returns to Boone County Fairgrounds for 45th year
The Burlington Antique Show is returning to the Boone County Fairgrounds in late July, marking its 45th year as one of Northern Kentucky’s longstanding outdoor antiques markets. The event is scheduled for Sunday, July 19, from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m., regardless of weather, at Boone County Fairgrounds — located at 5819 Idlewild Road in […]
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Gateway Community & Technical College Summer Fest returns to Florence July 18
Gateway Community & Technical College’s annual summer festival is returning to Florence. On Saturday, July 18, Gateway will host its annual Summer Fest at its Boone Campus in Florence, located at 500 Technology Way. The free community event is scheduled from noon to 2:30 p.m. Summer Fest offers a range of family-friendly activities, including face […]
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Lisse in Mainstrasse closes without warning
The Dutch steakhouse Lisse in Covington has closed without warning. Lisse opened in 2016 at 530 Main St. in Mainstrasse Village. It was well-known for its focus on fresh vegetables, giant steaks and Dutch-inspired cuisine that reflected the heritage of owner Hans Philippo. A notice was seen posted on the restaurant’s side door Tuesday announcing […]
