Campbell County approved seeking bids for two large pieces of equipment that will help the AJ Jolly Lake dredging project. The AJ Jolly Lake project has been ongoing for months and will continue through 2026. The project is to ensure the long-term safety and stability of the lake and dam. To support this work, at […]
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Honaker comes home: Campbell County turns to one of its own
Rick Honaker is a busy guy with many roles in his life, and he just got busier. “I’m lucky if I get regular sleep,” said the 44-year-old man on the move. “But it’s all good.” For the energetic education stalwart, it’s been especially good. The Taylor Mill resident is married to wife Kristin and father […]
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NKY PDs collect old devices to keep vulnerable communities safe
Northern Kentucky police departments are collecting old cell phones and tablets to provide communication devices for seniors, domestic violence victims and children in custody situations. The program allows community members to drop off their unused electronics at participating police departments during regular business hours. The devices are then sent to 911 Cell Phone Bank, where […]
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75 years ago, future Campbell County sheriff Ratterman led the NFL in passing touchdowns
In a 1950 late-season football game on a chilly day in New York, a young quarterback from Cincinnati added one more touchdown to a professional campaign that already belonged to him. George Ratterman, not yet the sheriff who would help clean up Newport’s entrenched gambling and vice, was the National Football League’s most daring passer, […]
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Cooper wins QOC again, St. Henry, Campbell Co. and Holy Cross also holiday tourney winners
Holiday tournaments were on full go over the weekend and into Monday with some more action on Tuesday before Christmas will give way to a couple day break for teams on the hardwood. Before presents get opened on Thursday morning, some teams got some early gifts with holiday hardware. Cooper repeats in Queen of the […]
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Geoff Besecker files for re-election as Campbell County Commissioner
Campbell County Commissioner Geoff Besecker, representing District 2 and a long-time educator at Campbell County High School, has officially filed to seek re-election in 2026. Besecker announced in a news release that he is running to “reaffirm his commitment to building a stronger, more connected, and more affordable future for Campbell County residents.” During his […]
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Campbell County eliminates dog licensing fee to increase compliance
Campbell County is eliminating its dog licensing fee to increase compliance and streamline the process. The current $5 fee will be eliminated, but residents will still be required to register their dogs so the county can track rabies vaccination records. “We hope that we’ll get more information by being able to have this process online […]
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Expectation meets execution: Simon Kenton stays perfect, tops Campbell County
Simon Kenton’s unbeaten start has been built on expectation, not surprise. The Lady Pioneers improved to 8–0, the program’s best start since the 2014–15 season when they opened 14–0, pulling away late from a shorthanded Campbell County team for a 63–44 win in their first home game of the season Friday night in Independence. “It’s […]
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Rice named new Camels volleyball coach
Campbell County High School has turned to a familiar face to lead its girls volleyball program. On Wednesday, the school announced the hiring of Alicia Rice as the new head coach of the Lady Camels. “Alicia has been on staff for the past few seasons and has done a great job in that time,” said […]
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Everyday people step into politics: Inside what it takes to run a grassroots campaign
What you need to know While going from house to house on the campaign trail in 2024, Brandon Long said he had people tell him they always get mailers in the mail or doorhangers on the door handle, but never had a candidate show up on their doorstep. “That just felt so patriotic and American […]