What you need to know Fort Thomas native Dan Gorman wanted to find a way to express his appreciation for his hometown. As a Kentuckian, he decided the best way was through bourbon —the signature spirit of the Bluegrass State. Taking his cues from George Remus Bourbon, a brand he has long admired, Gorman launched […]
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Fort Thomas City Council Approves Purchase of Additional Public Parking
The back parking lot of the Hiland Building, located at 18 N. Fort Thomas Ave., has been acquired by the city of Fort Thomas. Does this story bring some value to you? Please consider a small donation to help fund our content. We rely solely on support from our advertising partners, providing our content for […]
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Fort Thomas Planning Commission to Set Public Hearing for New Taphouse
A family friendly tap house and bottle shop could be coming to Fort Thomas. If all goes well, the goal is to open in early 2022. Does this story bring some value to you? Please consider a small donation to help fund our content. We rely solely on support from our advertising partners, providing our […]
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Longtime Fort Thomas Law Firm Moves to a New Location Just a Few Doors Down
The Fort Thomas-based law firm Fessler, Schneider and Grimme have moved to a new location in the office condos at 20 North Grand. (photo provided) By Robin Gee In fall 2019, partners in the longtime local law firm Fessler, Schneider and Grimme announced they had received a potential buyer for their location at 14 North […]
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Public Hearing Set for Planning Commission to Discuss Central Business District Proposal
Fort Thomas Planning Commission set a date for a public hearing on April 17 to review a development proposal for the central business district. By Robin Gee, City Council Beat Editor A public hearing has been set by the Fort Thomas Planning Commission for discussion and a possible vote on a proposal for a mixed-use […]
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Eight Honored With Portrait of a Graduate Global Leader Awards
Andrew Martin, Collin Shadwell and Barry Petracco worked long hours to enhance Moyer’s new maker space. By Robin Gee, City Council Beat Editor Eight people from across the Fort Thomas community were honored as Global Leaders at last month’s meeting of the Fort Thomas Independent School Board. In December, the board initiated the new awards […]
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Community Speculates on Rumored North Fort Thomas Avenue Development
Rainy day view of North Fort Thomas Avenue near Highland Avenue. (FTM file) By Robin Gee, Council Beat Editor The Fort Thomas Comprehensive Community Plan is hot off the press, and with it comes a host of ideas for discussion among city residents and the business community. Cincinnati-based developer Greiwe Development Group sent out […]
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Colonel De To Expand, Will Open Colonel’s Kitchen To Serve Breakfast, Lunch
When Dan Gorman bought the Hiland building in 2015, he knew he needed to sign anchor tenants that would draw patrons from all over the region to help revive a lagging central business district in Fort Thomas. There were only two spaces in the building with street access, so he had to be selective. Top […]
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Vitae Viride is Closing their Fort Thomas Location
Vitae Viride, a retailer selling all-natural personal care products and cosmetics has announced they intend to close their Fort Thomas location on February 16, 2018. The store is located at 118 N. Fort Thomas Avenue, next to Fort Thomas Coffee. RELATED: Vitae Viride to Open in Fort Thomas’ Central Business District Fort Thomas resident and […]
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Opinion: Thoughts About a Vibrant Central Business District
vi·brant ’vÄ«-brÉ™nt adj : energetic, bright, and full of life or excitement There are so many reasons to desire a vibrant central business district (CBD). It gives a town character. It provides a stronger sense of community, and life. One’s perception of a town is usually defined by its CBD. Is it thriving or […]