Drones will light up the Northern Kentucky skyline this October alongside other artistic exhibitions thanks in part to a Covington-based company. The BLINK light and arts show has partnered with Fort Worth-based Sky Elements Drone Shows to introduce the festival’s first ever Drone Light Show. The creative element for the Drone Light Show will be […]
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Want to be a torchbearer in BLINK parade? Nominations are open
For the first time, the BLINK Parade, held on Oct. 13, will feature local torchbearers nominated by the community to walk in the parade, carrying illuminated LED torches designed for the event.
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Eat, drink, save lives during Burger Week
Burger Week is here. The weeklong celebration of the American classic is happening July 11 through 17, features $7 burgers at more than 50 local restaurants, and rewards participants with points via the new Burger Week app. Participants wanting to earn points toward Burger Week must download the Burger Week App. Donors must check in […]
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NKY/Cincinnati-based accounting company merges with Indiana firm
One of Cincinnati’s biggest accounting firms, Burke & Schindler, announced last week that they are merging with Indiana-based firm Gillam & Zetzl Inc. Burke & Schindler operate out of their Adams Crossing location in Cincinnati and their Fort Mitchell location off Dixie Highway. The Richmond, Indiana office will be their third location. Burke & Schindler […]
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Newport’s Wooden Cask Brewing featured in 2nd annual Ales for Trails
This July, beer enthusiasts will have a chance to drink for a cause while getting some exercise along the way. Ales for Trails is a month-long event featuring a brewery Hop Card experience which will benefit the CROWN, a planned 34-mile urban trail loop around Cincinnati. Even though the CROWN trail is not yet fully […]
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NKU offers discounted tuition for city employees in Cincinnati, Covington
NKU announced that employees for the city of Cincinnati can seek a 30% discount on tuition for the master’s program. Covington city employees and those who work for the Northern Kentucky Area Development District have access to the same benefit, too.
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The Flying Pig Marathon is back, and three NKY runners are highlighted as contenders
One of the tri-state’s most marquee events is back. Cincinnati’s famous Flying Pig Marathon will take place from April 29 to May 1. The 24th Annual Flying Pig will feature an expected 30,000 participants from 47 out of 50 US states and 15 countries. The Flying Pig was first run in 1999 after being conceived […]
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Purple People Bridge turns 150
The one-of-a-kind historic landmark that is the only bridge over the Ohio River dedicated exclusively for pedestrian use, The Purple People Bridge, turns 150 this year and the region will celebrate its historic place as a connection between Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. “We are thrilled to come together as a region to celebrate the 150th […]
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Cincinnati Police release body camera footage of Monday’s fatal shooting in Covington
The Cincinnati Police Department released the body camera footage from Monday’s fatal shooting in Covington during a press conference this morning. There were two body camera videos and three still images released. On Monday, Cincinnati Police officers Charles Knapp, Mark Longworth and other members of the CPD’s Fugitive Response team were working alongside the Covington […]
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Cincinnati Zoo Names Baby Penguin in Honor of Betty White Character
The Cincinnati Zoo announced Monday that it has named its one-month old blue penguin, “Rose”, after the Golden Girls character portrayed by actress Betty White. White died December 31, weeks shy of her 100th birthday. She had been a wildly popular TV star for decades but is often remembered for Emmy-winning turn as the dimwitted but affable […]
