Layoffs, lost sales & stalled growth: The toll of Ohio’s THC drink ban and how Kentucky is benefiting
What you need to know Fifty West Brewing CEO Bobby Slattery said his Cincinnati brewery has lost millions of dollars in revenue opportunities since Ohio prohibited the sale of hemp-derived THC beverages outside of licensed cannabis dispensaries earlier this year. In late 2024, Fifty West launched its line of hemp-derived…
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The LINK nky Educator of the Spring 2026 Semester: Megan Rider
The votes are in, and the Spring 2026 LINK nky Educator of the Semester is Megan Rider, a Campbell County…
Fort Thomas approves city budget, amends prior year’s spending plan
The Fort Thomas City Council on June 15 approved the second reading of its 2026–2027 fiscal year budget, along with…
Decision on e‑bike sidewalk ban delayed in Fort Thomas
Discussion of a proposed ban on electric bikes on sidewalks was postponed during the Fort Thomas City Council’s meeting Monday…
Another Nine aims to make golf more accessible as indoor franchise expands
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Newport Police to send largest group yet to academy
As Newport continues to grow, the city’s police department is growing with it, swearing in five new recruits Monday in…
Newport Parks & Recreation’s fourth annual Juneteenth celebration set for this weekend
The Newport Parks & Recreation Department is hosting its fourth annual Juneteenth celebration on June 19 from 11 a.m. to…
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Can independents vote in primaries? How KY primaries work
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If more Northern Kentuckians knew how much primaries matter, would more of them vote?
An average of 11% of people voted in the primary election in Boone, Kenton and…
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