The United States Playing Card Company celebrated the 140th anniversary of its famous Bicycle brand of playing card decks, as well as an expansion of its Erlanger facility, on Wednesday. Gov. Andy Beshear attended the ribbon-cutting. “This is yet another great project for the commonwealth and an exciting milestone for the United States Playing Card […]
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America’s Got Talent runner-up magician to perform at BLINK in Covington
Magician and America’s Got Talent runner-up Anna Deguzman is set to perform at BLINK, the nation’s largest light and art festival, in celebration of Bicycle’s 140th anniversary.
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Fort Mitchell adopts new e-scooter, e-bike safety ordinance
Fort Mitchell approved an ordinance updating the city’s bicycle, motorcycle and scooter laws. The updated language accounts for what city officials called the dangers unique to e-scooters and e-bicycles. This ordinance has been in the works since late 2023, and council discussed the particulars with city attorney Olivia Amlung over several meetings. Amlung revised the […]
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Heads up: Ride Cincinnati bike race will route through Fort Thomas on Sunday
Ride Cincinnati is a grassroots bike tour that raises money for life-saving cancer research and care. Five route options are available to appeal to all levels of cycling strength, from approximately 8 to 100 miles. Hassman and Doyle Lawfirm. 859-655-4430. This is an advertisement. The 2019 Ride Cincinnati Race begins this Sunday morning at 7:00 […]
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Man Injured in Bicycle Wreck on Memorial Parkway
A man was injured today when he wrecked his bicycle on Memorial Parkway at about 3:30 p.m. at the intersection of Clover Ridge. The man, in his 60s, was taken to St. Elizabeth in Fort Thomas for his injuries, which were non life-threatening. Fort Thomas Police, Fire and EMS were on the scene. Try a […]
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Bicyclist Injured After Run-In With Car Door
Photo: Joe Seiter. A bicyclist was struck today on Memorial Parkway in front of Highlands High School as a driver of a parked car opened their car door as he was riding by. The accident occurred today around 5:15 p.m. According to Fort Thomas Police Lt. Rich Whitford, the bicyclist was transported to the hospital […]
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Bicyclists Must Comply with Regulations
Under Kentucky law, bicyclists as well as drivers of cars are required to give various signals while on public streets Steve Franzen. Provided. By Steven J. Franzen, Campbell County Attorney Bicyclists are required to comply with all the regular traffic regulations that motor vehicles are required to comply with, such as stop signs, red lights, […]
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Alt Rte: Bike Rack Plans Roll Forward
Rendering of design for new bike rack at Fit Philosophie Roughly one month ago, Alt. Rte. reported on one Fort Thomas resident/entrepreneur who hopes to jumpstart an initiative to beautify the city by installing artistic, designer bike racks at strategic points throughout town. FTM is happy to report that Jennifer Lynn, owner and operator of Fit […]
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The Downside of an Active Community
I have mentioned many times about how I think it is great that we have such an active community. I love that there are always people out and about and I love that it reinforces a healthy and active culture. However, I think it may be time for a refresher on etiquette of a healthy […]
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Cycling in Fort Thomas
Two recent local stories emphasize the importance of biking and the need to think of ways to further support biking in Fort Thomas. 1. Gas Prices, fitness trend lead to bike revival – this Cincinnati Enquirer article speaks of the growing bike ridership in the greater Cincinnati area: With high gas prices and people trading […]