Bellevue and Southgate independent school districts are applying for state grants to fund more staff for their Family Resource and Youth Services Centers, or FRYSCs. FRYSC coordinators support students and families with resources outside the classroom, like assistance with food, clothing or referrals to counseling services. Currently, only one FRYSC coordinator serves both Bellevue’s Grandview […]
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Campbell County piece of KY 536 advances. Why it matters for all of NKY
For roughly three decades, Northern Kentucky leaders have envisioned a second major east-west route across the region that would allow drivers to travel between Campbell, Kenton and Boone counties without heading to Interstate 275. After years of planning, funding requests and gradual construction, officials say one of the most important missing pieces of KY 536 […]
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Campbell County’s tax rate is going down. That doesn’t mean your bill will
Campbell County property owners will see a slightly lower county tax rate this year, marking the sixth consecutive year the fiscal court has reduced the rate. The Campbell County Fiscal Court approved a 2026 real property ad valorem tax rate of 15.2 cents per $100 of assessed property value, down from 15.3 cents last year […]
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Campbell County cooling centers open this week
With extremely high temperatures and heat index values forecast for the area this week, Campbell County is opening cooling centers to provide residents with a safe, air-conditioned place to escape the heat. The following places are open as cooling centers: Campbell County Public Library Branches Library hours: Campbell County Senior Center Monday through Friday: 8:30 […]
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Campbell County invites residents to hit the Bale Trail this fall
The first Campbell County Bale Trail event is happening this fall. Drive the scenic backroads of Campbell County and discover creative hay bale displays crafted by local farms and families. Vote on Facebook for your favorite. Open to all Campbell County residents and producers. Decorate a bale, submit a photo, compete for prizes. Email photos […]
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Ohio Valley Woodcarvers Expo coming to Cold Spring in September
River Valley Wood Carvers, a Greater Cincinnati nonprofit organization that promotes, teaches, and practices the craft of wood carving and wood burning, will host its annual expo in Northern Kentucky. The Ohio Valley Woodcarvers Expo will take place Sept. 26 and 27 at the Cold Spring Elks Lodge facility at 3704 Alexandria Pike. The two-day […]
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Campbell County Commonwealth’s Attorney to step down
Campbell County Commonwealth’s Attorney Michael Zimmerman is stepping down from the role. Zimmerman told LINK nky he will officially leave the office in October to pursue a job opportunity in private practice after working in a public service role for the last 12 years. Zimmerman has been with the Campbell County Commonwealth Attorney’s Office since […]
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Northern Kentucky prep hoops shaken up by major transfer news
The Northern Kentucky high school basketball landscape is undergoing a talent dispersal as several elite players have finalized their plans ahead of the upcoming season. From homecoming stars to high-profile out-of-state arrivals and prep school departures, local rosters will look different, and so will some coaching staffs. Newport reloads with elite talent The Newport High […]
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New grant open to Bellevue businesses, commercial property owners
The 2026 “Boost Bellevue Grant” is now live. Established earlier this month by the Bellevue City Council and mayor, the Boost Bellevue Grant is designed to help local business owners and commercial property owners make improvements to their buildings inside and out. Eligible projects may include updates that improve the appearance, functionality, accessibility and overall […]
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Inspections to lead to lane closures on Big Mac Bridge next week
Various lane closures will occur next week on the Daniel Carter Beard Bridge, also known as the Big Mac Bridge, to allow work crews to perform inspections, according to a Friday announcement from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. The inspections are scheduled to take place from Monday, Aug. 24 to Friday, Aug. 28, weather permitting. Drivers […]
