The Kroger expansion at Martha Layne Collins in Cold Spring is moving forward after approval from city council. The council held a second reading at a meeting on April 28, where the motion passed 4-1. The zone change was for 19.7 acres at 70 Martha Layne Collins Blvd., from a residential and shopping center zone […]
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Cold Spring set for Kroger expansion vote; Elsmere prepares for council member hearing
This week, in NKY local government meetings, Cold Spring will hold a vote to allow for the Martha Layne Collins Kroger zone change and expansion, while Elsmere gears up for its public hearing next month for council member Serena Owen’s removal. Keep reading to find out what happened in local government over the past week […]
Boone County to discuss update on county road swap; Park Hills to talk proposed budget
This week in NKY government meetings, Boone County will discuss an update on the Chambers Road/Hicks Pike Road swap, and Park Hills will talk about their proposed budget. Keep reading to find out what happened in local government over the past week and what you need to know for this week. What happened last week […]
Covington’s city hall vote, Dayton’s state of city address, and more
This week, in NKY government meetings, Covington will vote on the new city hall construction contract; while Dayton will hear the state of the city address. Keep reading to find out what happened in local government over the past week and what you need to know for this week. What happened last week in NKY […]
Newport debates medical cannabis; Union to fill final commission seat
This week, in NKY government meetings, Newport will discuss allowing medical cannabis operations, while Union will appoint its final commission member. Keep reading to find out what happened in local government over the past week and what you need to know for this week. What happened last week in NKY government meetings? Florence reviews plans […]
Cold Spring Kroger $35 million expansion moves forward
Cold Spring’s Kroger on Martha Layne Collins Boulevard has been approved by the planning commission for a $35 million rehaul that would more than double its size. Plans for the Kroger at 70 Martha Layne Collins Boulevard and Salmon Pass call to rebuild from a 60,662-square-foot store to a 131,000-square-foot store with a separate 8,000-square-foot […]
UPDATE: Missing Cold Spring teen found
Campbell County Police are searching for 16-year-old Shyla Ballard, who went missing from her home in Cold Spring on January 1, 2025, and are asking anyone with information to contact the police.
Central Campbell County Fire District introduces new engine
The Central Campbell County Fire District has added a new 2024 Pierce Enforcer Fire Engine to their fleet, which was officially deemed ready to serve after a “first wash” and months of planning and hard work.
Daily closures on U.S. 27, AA Highway in Cold Spring begin Thursday
Temporary road closures on U.S. 27 and the AA Highway in Cold Spring will begin on Aug. 15 due to scheduled blasting operations associated with the Cold Spring Pointe development, with closures lasting for approximately 10 minutes daily at 7 p.m.
Wawa, Outback could be joining Publix at Cold Spring Pointe Development
Mayor Angelo Penque has announced that Hobby Lobby, Marshalls, 5 Digits, and Five Below are expected to join Publix at the Cold Spring Pointe Development, with Wawa and Outback Steakhouse also expressing interest.

