Alexandria officials are warning drivers to stop going the wrong way on State Route 709 after multiple reports and near-collisions on the closed stretch of the road. State Route 709, also known as E Alexandria Pike, is the road behind Walmart that connects the AA Highway to U.S. 27 near the Honey Hole Bar and […]
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Two subdivisions proposed at Boone County zoning meeting, more in NKY government
This week in NKY government meetings, Arlinghaus Builders is seeking zone changes in Boone County for two subdivision projects totaling over 400 homes. 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 government? New Hilton, […]
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Alexandria approves bonds for $35M Kroger Marketplace project
The Alexandria Kroger development cleared another hurdle this week after the city council unanimously approved the industrial revenue bonds needed to finance the project. The Kroger project, slated for a 31.65-acre site east of US 27, will feature a 122,912-square-foot Kroger Marketplace, a fuel center, and an 8,000-square-foot wine and spirits store. The project represents […]
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Kenton planning to weigh 450-unit apartment proposal in Erlanger, more in NKY government
This week in NKY government meetings, Newport will discuss advancing a major Monmouth Street redevelopment as the Kenton County Planning Commission considers rezoning 45 acres for 450 apartments. 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 […]
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Alexandria business owners invited to share feedback in city survey
Alexandria is looking for feedback from its local businesses. The Alexandria Business Retention & Development committee is requesting feedback as it gathers information to help identify challenges and opportunities for enhancing the local business climate and providing better resources for growth and success. Feedback can be provided via the city’s survey. It will be open […]
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What’s going on with the Alexandria Wawa development?
Alexandria residents eager for their first Wawa will have to wait a little longer—construction has been pushed to 2026 due to groundwater remediation requirements. Alexandria City Administrator David Plummer said during the Sept. 18 city council meeting that Wawa, slated for the Southwest corner of Main Street and US 27 in the city, won’t start […]
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Alexandria artist releases new single for ‘Jaws’ milestone
Alexandria singer-songwriter Gary Bertsch is releasing a new single, celebrating the 50th anniversary of “Jaws,” with his version of “Show Me the Way to Go Home.” Throughout his career, Bertsch has released multiple albums and singles and performed at Fountain Square, Washington Park, MOTR, Arnold’s, The Water Lantern Festival, and the Merchants & Music Festival, to name a […]
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Empress Chili celebrated as Alexandria fixture for 40 years
What you need to know From first jobs to late-night chili stops, Empress Chili has shaped Alexandria residents for four decades. The Alexandria institution will serve its Cincinnati-style chili for 40 years on Sept. 23. In honor of that milestone, the Alexandria City Council recognized Steve Martin, the owner of Empress Chili, for his 40 […]
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Tattoo shops get green light in Alexandria
What you need to know Tattoo studios could be permitted businesses in Alexandria, a decision the planning commission made after the city determined they couldn’t ban them altogether. The Alexandria Planning and Zoning Commission voted on Sept. 16 to allow tattoo studios in the city’s highway commercial zone as permitted use, from 10 a.m. to […]
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Alexandria approves Kroger traffic plan; sends to KYTC for final review
What you need to know Alexandria is moving closer to getting a 122,912-square-foot Kroger Marketplace with a fuel center and an 8,000-square-foot wine and spirits store. The project represents a $35 million investment on a 31.65-acre site east of US 27. The Alexandria Planning and Zoning Commission met on Sept. 16 to further discuss the […]
