Alexandria could soon have a new place to grab a cone of soft serve. Business partners Alex Yocum and Chase Dawson are looking to open “Swirley’s Soft Serve” in the old Campbell Fire Insurance building at 102 Washington St. The Alexandria Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved a zone change needed for the shop to open […]
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Erlanger to discuss mayor, council pay raise; more in NKY government
This week at NKY government meetings, Erlanger will discuss mayor and council pay raises, while Independence and Elsmere will discuss 2026-27 tax rates. Keep reading to find out what happened in local government over the past week and what you need to know for this week. What happened in NKY government last week? Boone County […]
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Celebrate National Dog Day Wednesday at Alexandria Community Park
National Dog Day is this week. Celebrate the occasion at the Alexandria Community Park, 3965 Alexandria Drive, on Aug. 26 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Grab your pup, bring the family and enjoy an evening of games, contests, agility fun, a photo booth, local vendors, food, drinks, raffle prizes and more. Admission is free […]
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Alexandria updates laws for e-bikes, e-scooters
Alexandria adopted new rules for e-bikes, electric scooters and other micromobility devices, setting requirements for where they can be ridden and how riders must interact with pedestrians. The city council approved the updated laws on Aug. 20, replacing portions of the city’s older rules with regulations addressing the increasingly popular devices. The ordinance allows bicycles, […]
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Meet your superintendent: Campbell County Schools
Campbell County Schools Superintendent Adam Ritter has had perfect attendance for the last two years. Beginning his 19th year at the district and first as superintendent, he’s never missed a school play. A Campbell County camel himself, Ritter said his life is anchored in his love for Campbell County and school. He didn’t stray from […]
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Alexandria planning commission advances 43-home Grandview development
Alexandria residents near a proposed D.R. Horton subdivision on Grandview Road returned to the planning and zoning commission Tuesday, continuing to press concerns about hillside stability, stormwater and the long-term effects of developing the steep site. After an over three-hour discussion, the commission unanimously approved a revised preliminary plat for the development with seven conditions, […]
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Independence to host Flock camera discussion, more in NKY gov
This week at NKY government meetings, Independence is holding a special session to discuss the city’s use of Flock cameras; Fort Thomas continues its talk for a public meeting about the cameras. Keep reading to find out what happened in local government over the past week and what you need to know for this week. […]
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U.S. 27 drivers face new school bus rules in Alexandria ahead of back-to-school season
School buses making stops along U.S. 27 will now bring traffic in both directions to a halt under a change to Kentucky law. The Alexandria Police Department is warning drivers of the new bus laws ahead of Campbell County Schools’ return to classrooms on Aug. 12. In the 2026 legislative session, lawmakers passed changes to KRS 189.370, […]
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Alexandria considers updated rules for e-bikes, e-scooters
Alexandria officials are considering an overhaul of the city’s rules governing electric bikes and scooters as they become a more common sight on streets and sidewalks. The city council heard the first reading of the ordinance at its Aug. 6 meeting but did not take any vote. The proposal reflects how transportation technology has changed […]
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Independence to vote on 336 apartments, space for 10 businesses, more in NKY gov
This week in NKY government meetings, a proposed development could bring 336 apartments and 10 businesses to roughly 40 acres in Independence. Keep reading to find out what happened in local government over the past week and what you need to know for this week. What happened in NKY government last week? Newport explores new historic […]
