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 […]
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Opinion: These are my top 10 parks in NKY
Written by Jill Fessler I often visit my local parks to walk or attend concerts. I have noticed several incredible play sets being installed, plus additional features like Pickle ball Courts and Skate Parks. Residents of Campbell County are fortunate to have so many well maintained parks. Each recreational area has unique features unlike any […]
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Mobile mammography unit coming to Alexandria in August
St. Elizabeth Healthcare’s Mobile Mammography Unit will be in Alexandria next week to provide convenient, state-of-the-art 3D mammography screenings. The mobile unit will be at the Calvin A. Perry Community Center, 8236 West Main St., on Wednesday, Aug. 5, from 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. A mammogram only takes 10 minutes. Most insurance plans, including […]
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Ridgewood Drive in Alexandria to close for one week
Ridgewood Drive in Alexandria will be closed for approximately one week for a culvert pipe repair project. Sanitation District 1 will begin repairs to a 48-inch culvert pipe on Ridgewood Drive in Alexandria beginning Monday, July 27. The work will take place near the intersection of Ridgewood Drive and Tulipwood Court and will require a […]
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Campbell County Middle School to undergo phased overhaul through 2028
From engineering labs to media studios, Campbell County Middle School’s aging campus is being transformed into a modern learning hub, with work expected to wrap up in 2028. Campbell County Schools’ new superintendent, Adam Ritter, updated the Alexandria City Council on July 16 about the ongoing updates at Campbell County Middle School. The Campbell County […]
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Guided kids nature hike coming to Alexandria Community Park
A kids “hike and seek adventure” is coming to the Alexandria Community Park. Bring your little adventurers and join the guided kids hike and seek adventure, where kids will experience nature through hands-on sensory activities, exciting discoveries and a walk along the park trails. The event is Wednesday, July 23 at 10:45 a.m. at the […]
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Kenton PD to request bid for automated license plate readers, more in NKY gov
This week in NKY government meetings, the Kenton County Police Department is requesting to solicit bids for Automated License Plate Readers. 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 last week in NKY gov? Newport town hall draws […]
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Public invited to weigh in on new KY 536 segment in Campbell County
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 6 is holding a public meeting on July 9 to update residents and gather input on preliminary designs for a new proposed segment of KY 536 in Campbell County. The project will provide an east-west connection between U.S. 27 and the AA Highway (KY 9). Multiple designs are being proposed. […]
