Northern Kentucky boasts a bustling culinary scene. While you might get filled up from the annual Christmas dinner, there are other Northern Kentucky hotspots that you and your family can frequent over the holiday season. LINK nky is highlighting some Northern Kentucky restaurants you should consider taking your family for dinner. Kealoha’s Kitchen 529 Main […]
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Boone County parents arrested after infant overdoses on fentanyl
Boone County Sheriff’s Department detectives have arrested the parents of an 8-month-old infant who overdosed on fentanyl in November. Detectives arrested 34-year-old Shawn Gardner and 33-year-old Brianne Ehlinger on Thursday evening. The pair was charged with first-degree assault. Both are being held at the Boone County Detention Center with their bonds set at $100,000. On […]
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Boone County to host holiday tree lighting ceremony
Crafts, music and refreshments will be available during Boone County’s holiday tree lighting ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 2. Festivities will kick off at 4 p.m. and will continue until 7 p.m. at Burlington Commons, located at 2951 Washington St. in Burlington. Attendees will have an opportunity to make their own holiday crafts, hear music from […]
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Burlington man prepares for World Arm Wrestling Championships in Malaysia
Written by Marshall Kramsky of WCPO Lanny Julian Jr. is a professional arm wrestler from Burlington, Kentucky. Over his 41-year career, the 56-year-old has earned a lot of hardware. “I’ve taken those two (third place finishes) at amateur worlds but I’ve placed top-10 like seven times or something like that,” Julian said. Julian can often […]
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Mom found not guilty of son’s death after fall from bed in 2019
A former Boone County resident has been found not guilty of a first-degree manslaughter charge in connection to the death of her 1-year-old son. Circuit Court Judge Richard Brueggemann handed down the ruling in favor of Kimberly S. Moore on Friday during proceedings in Burlington, according to court documents. Moore called 911 requesting help for […]
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Immaculate Heart of Mary hosting Summer Fest in July
Immaculate Heart of Mary in Burlington is hosting Summer Fest 2023 on July 14 – 16. The event includes carnival rides, food and music and more. The band lineup calls for the Dan Varner Band to take the stage on Friday, with DV8 performing on Saturday and Zack Attack on Sunday. Festivities are scheduled for […]
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Boone County Parks Department to host Touch-A-Truck event
The Boone County Parks Department will host Touch-A-Truck Day on July 22 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at England Idlewild Park in Burlington. During the child-focused event, attendees will have access to heavy-duty equipment and be allowed to board vehicles, pretend to drive them and sound their air horns. For more information, contact the […]
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Boone County youth fall flag football league registration now open
Flag Football Fanatics registration for the fall is open for potential participants residing in Florence, Union and Burlington. Find registration information here. The league is offering co-ed play for participants beginning at age 4. Organizers say the activity provides a safe and positive football atmosphere – adding the game of football provides unique opportunities for […]
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Burlington senior center to host Picnic in the Park
The Skees Senior Activity Center will host its Picnic in the Park event on Friday, July 14, at 11 a.m. at Idlewild Park – Site 1. The event will offer free food, live music and giveaways for seniors in attendance. Idlewild Park is located at 5550 Idlewild Road in Burlington. The Skees Senior Activity Center will […]
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Martin recognized as a KHSAA outstanding official
Burlington resident Donchez Martin was one of three finalists for the KHSAA Outstanding Official of the Year in baseball for the 2023 season. Martin is a member of the Northern Kentucky Baseball Umpire’s Association, which primarily consists of umpires in the 9th Region and some 10th Region schools. Martin was a finalist with Scott Allison […]