Campbell County Judge/Executive Steve Pendery is seeking reelection in 2026. According to a news release from Pendery’s campaign, during his time in office, Campbell County has seen billions of dollars in economic development, large gains in job creation and expansion of county services, all while the County spends less money per resident than any full-service […]
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Alexandria awarded $240,000 grant for roadway safety
The city of Alexandria has been awarded $240,000 in federal funding to help reduce roadway fatalities and serious injuries within its city limits. The funding is part of a nationwide transportation safety initiative administered by the U.S. Department of Transportation and will support Alexandria’s participation in the Safe Streets and Roads for All program. The […]
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Alexandria mayor to run for Campbell County judge/executive
Alexandria Mayor Andy Schabell announced Saturday that he intends to run for judge/executive in Campbell County next year. The Kentucky Secretary of State’s office and Kentucky Registry of Election Finance do not yet have record of the necessary paperwork on file for him at the time of this brief’s publication, but the announcement follows the […]
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Alexandria mayor announces he will not seek reelection
Alexandria Mayor Andy Schabell announced during the Nov. 6 city council meeting that he will not be seeking reelection. Schabell first won election in November 2018 and assumed office in 2019. He won his second term in November 2022. “I truly have had the time of my life,” Schabell said. “These last seven years have […]
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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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Alexandria council member resigns amid domestic violence charges
Alexandria Councilmember Shane Collins, sworn into office on Jan. 16, has resigned. Collins was arrested on Jan. 31 on domestic violence assault charges. In his resignation letter, dated March 13, Collins said he was stepping down due to “personal reasons.” “Please know that this decision was not made lightly, and I am incredibly grateful for […]
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Alexandria breaks ground for new city campus
Alexandria has broken ground on a new city campus, which will house its new police department and community center, on land previously owned by the Schneider family.
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First Campbell County Wawa to be built in Alexandria
The Alexandria Planning Commission has approved a Wawa convenience store and gas station at the Southwest corner of Main Street and US 27, which will offer freshly prepared-to-order food.
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Alexandria will put medical cannabis on the ballot
The Alexandria City Council voted unanimously to send medical cannabis to the ballot for residents to decide, citing its benefits for people with certain medical issues.
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Alexandria council discusses replacement for city building
The City Council of Alexandria has presented plans for a new City Complex with an estimated cost of $23.1 million, which will improve functionality and provide room for growth for the current city building.