This article originally ran in 2013. I am always intrigued by behind the scenes information that you are not usually aware of when watching a television program, and in that same vein, I turned to a news program for my “5 Things to Know” article. I reached out to local news outlet, FOX 19, to […]
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Humor Meets Creativity – 5TTK Presents Biff Tees
~5 Things to Know~ Take a look down at your washed out t-shirt. Ask yourself a couple questions: “Could I use a more creative t-shirt?” “Could I afford a new shirt that also supports a local business?” “Do I want a custom made t-shirt that adds character and personality to my wardrobe?” If you answered, […]
1 Easy Way To Plan a Stress Free Vacation for Less
5 Things to Know: Provident Travel Debbie Crockett at Provident Travel has been helping FortThomasMatters families booking vacations stress free without having to search through 30 websites, and by using her expertise and connections, she can do it for cheaper than doing it yourself. Call Debbie today 513-247-1103 or email her at DCrockett@ProvidentTravel.com. ____ If you are […]
One Set of Five (Things To Know): Fit Philosophie
One of the most popular new businesses in Fort Thomas is Jennifer Lynn’s FIT PHILOSOPHIE. The studio located at 911 North Fort Thomas Avenue has had packed classes for months helping people achieve their fitness goals. If their bustling business is not enough to sell you, Fit Philosophie was the winner of the 2013 Fort […]
Business Owner? 5 Things to Know about Becoming More Profitable
For the latest installment of “Five Things to Know” I contacted Mr. Drew Schwegman who is a certified business coach at ActionCOACH. In all honesty I was not certain how a business coach operated. I asked Mr. Schwegman to explain what it is ActionCOACH does, and to provide some lesser-known facts about the business. Mr. […]
5 Things to Know: Fort Thomas Police Department
The 5 Things to Know feature has covered Fort Thomas entities from jewelers to hair dressers; from local news programs to the businesses you frequent. I wrote an article about the lesser known facts of the Fort Thomas Fire Department, so it was only fair that I contact the Fort Thomas Police Department to gather […]
5 Things to Know about the Brent Spence Bridge
The Brent Spence Bridge has been a focal point lately. It has been addressed by The President of United States, politicians, and governmental departments. The reason for all the attention is that the bridge is out of date. It needs to be replaced by a bridge that can adequately handle its daily load of almost […]
The Night Before Thanksgiving
We celebrate one holiday at a time here at Fort Thomas Matters. There is no tinsel or mistletoe strung up at the corporate office yet. The Christmas tree is still collecting dust in the box, and our radio is still tuned to B-105 (which oddly still plays country). What I am getting at is that […]
5 Things to Know – Fort Thomas Fire Department
I am always looking for a Fort-Thomas-centric topic to feature in the “5 Things to Know” article. A topic that all residents are aware of, and all residents could benefit from learning more about. The Fort Thomas Fire Department is the perfect topic to focus on. These fearless protectors of our city are rarely acknowledged […]
5 Things to Know about Shari’s on the Avenue
In this installment of “5 Things to Know” I reached out to Shari Lother and her full service hair and nail salon, Shari’s on the Avenue. Shari has been in the hair business for 26 years. Shari and the wonderful ladies at the salon provide personalized professional service that leaves every customer leaving the salon […]

