The plan to transform the former BB&T Bank building in Fort Thomas into a new family-style restaurant took a major step forward Monday night. City council voted five to one to authorize Mayor Eric Haas to sign an agreement with the developer, Quarter Group, that would provide financial support through a no-interest loan. Council discussed […]
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Robbery in Highlands Heights, Suspect Escapes
A robbery has occurred at the BB&T Bank in Highland Heights By Jessie Eden Northern Kentucky University has confirmed via Twitter that a robbery has occurred at the BB&T Bank on U.S. 27. The suspect is now on the loose. The suspect is described as a white male in a gray hoodie and blue jeans. […]
Local Bank Executive Happy to Join Another Kentucky-based Bank
Fort Thomas resident and former BB&T and Bank of Kentucky executive Mark Exterkamp joins Stock Yards Bank & Trust. By Robin Gee Many Fort Thomas residents know Mark Exterkamp, who has been in charge of retail banking and small business for BB&T Bank on North Fort Thomas Avenue since 2015. Before that, he had been […]
Fort Thomas Police Called To Investigate Possible Robbery at BB&T
BB&T employees called Fort Thomas Police this morning when an employee noticed a window that wasn’t secure upon coming into work. FTM file. This morning at 8:51 a.m., Fort Thomas police were dispatched to the BB&T branch in Fort Thomas located at 25 N. Fort Thomas Avenue for a possible breach of security at the […]
BB&T to Host Wine Over Water benefitting the Brighton Center
Tickets are now on sale for Wine Over Water, presented by BB&T. Wine Over Water will take place on the Purple People Bridge on Aug. 29 from 6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. The event is an evening of tasting exquisite wines, local craft beer, and delectable foods all while raising funds to support a vital […]
The Bank of Kentucky is now BB&T
The Bank of Kentucky is now BB&T. FTM file. The Bank of Kentucky became BB&T over the weekend after the bank was sold last fall for $360 million. The opened under a new flag today. “We are very excited to complete this strategic transaction,” said Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Kelly S. King, in a […]

