The Brent Spence Bridge could reopen by December 23, Governor Andy Beshear and Kentucky Transportation Cabinet Secretary Jim Gray said Monday afternoon. The bridge has been closed since a fiery crash involving two semis last Wednesday morning, diverting traffic through Covington and around the surrounding area. “Based on our inspections and based on testing, the […]
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Kentucky Symphony Season Continues with Opera Theme at St. Peter in Chains
The 29th season of the Kentucky Symphony Orchestra continues with “L’Opera Famiglia” on Saturday, November 21 at St. Peter in Chains Catholic Church in Cincinnati. Opera singers will join KSO for the performance. “As with any team sport or artistic collaboration, cast chemistry is vital for success. We were fortunate for the stars to align […]
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Roebling Bridge, Part of I-71/75 North to Reopen
Though the Brent Spence Bridge will remain closed, state officials announced that the Roebling Suspension Bridge would reopen to vehicular traffic on Friday at 8 p.m., and that a stretch of Interstates 71/75 would reopen on Saturday. An early Wednesday morning crash involving two semis forced the closure of the Brent Spence Bridge, which connects […]
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COVID-19 Vaccine Trial’s First Dose in Cincinnati Administered
The first dose in Cincinnati in a vaccine trial to evaluate its effectiveness for COVID-19 was administered at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine on Tuesday. Jarelle Marshall, 37, an IT professional who lives in Cincinnati was the patient. “We’re all in this together. We all want to get things back open and get […]
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UC Study: Silk Masks May Repel Coronavirus Better than Other Fabrics
From the University of Cincinnati: With personal protective equipment still in short supply, researchers at the University of Cincinnati examined what common household fabrics might work best as a face covering. Next to a single-use N95 respirator or surgical mask, UC found the best alternative could be made by a hungry little caterpillar. Silk face […]
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Braxton Brewery Expanding Into Cincinnati
Braxton Brewing Company is expanding across the Ohio River. The Covington-based brewer announced Tuesday that it is opening in the Pendleton/Over-the-Rhine area of downtown Cincinnati in a space occupied by 3 Points Urban Brewery. According to the announcement, the move will allow Braxton’s expansion while Hickory Wald, the previous owners of 3 Points, will maintain its […]
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Two NKY Residents Indicted in Hamilton County After Cincinnati Protests
Fourteen people, including two from Northern Kentucky, were indicted on felony charges Thursday in Hamilton County following civil unrest in Cincinnati from May 30 through June 3. “I hope the message is clear after today’s indictments: You have every right to protest peacefully, and I will defend your right to do so every day. You […]
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Exhibit Showcasing Symbolism of Face-Coverings to Benefit Carnegie
A new exhibition at Pendleton Street Photography in Cincinnati will examine the symbolism of face-coverings as businesses, organizations, and social venues continue to reopen in phases amid the global COVID-19 pandemic. “The Masks We Wear” is curated by Ena M. Nearon and features pieces from the collection of Sara M. Vance Waddell. It opens Friday, […]
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Show Created in Covington Apartment to Premiere at Cincinnati Fringe
Paul & Erika’s House Show was created, performed, and recorded at the Covington home of co-creators Paul Strickland and Erika Kate MacDonald. The show is set to premiere at the upcoming Cincinnati Fringe Festival, which will be delivered virtually this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The 35-minute “virtual house for adults” features stories, original music, […]
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Christ Hospital Opens COVID-19 Test Collection Sites
Christ Hospital is opening multiple testing sites across Cincinnati amid the coronavirus/COVID-19 outbreak. The sites will collect nasal samples and send them to labs so that they may be tested for the virus, which is now part of a global pandemic. The first site opened in Mason, Oh. on Monday and has already performed more […]
