Elsmere Mayor Marty Lenhof is celebrating Joe Pannunzio for 18 years of service to the city. On Tuesday, Elsmere City Council presented Pannunzio with a mayoral proclamation and key to the city for his work and devotion to his community. “Mr. Pannunzio has demonstrated unwavering dedication, professionalism and integrity throughout his many years of service […]
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New subdivision proposed in unincorporated Campbell County, more in NKY gov
This week at NKY government meetings, Grand Communities LLC is requesting a zone change and approval of plans for a new subdivision near Campbell County High School. 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 […]
Florence to provide update on Flock Cameras, more in NKY gov
This week at NKY government meetings, Florence will provide an update regarding Flock Cameras. 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? SD1 defends design decision for massive Boone County sewer project Sanitation District […]
Elsmere Fire Chief explains new camera at Main Street railroad crossing
Elsmere firefighters will soon have a new tool to avoid delays caused by trains blocking a key crossing: a live webcam that lets crews check the tracks before choosing their route to an emergency. Fire Chief Paul LaFontaine told city council Tuesday that the webcam is intended to help crews navigate around delays caused by […]
Covington’s $6M Axon police technology deal returns for public discussion, more in NKY gov
This week at NKY government meetings, Covington’s proposed police technology contract with Axon Enterprise returns for debate. 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 in NKY government last week? New ‘Swirley’s Soft Serve’ ice cream shop could […]
Elsmere seeks to change regulations on pools, dually trucks, other regs
Elsmere is seeking to change a handful of unrelated building and zoning regulations. The city sought a recommendation from the Kenton County Planning Commission this week. The regulations address pools and other backyard accessory structures; changes to driveway setbacks; fencing regulations in the city’s neighborhood commercial districts; storage regulations for large vehicles in non-residential zones; […]
Elsmere’s Rosella Porterfield Park playground renovation to begin next week
Rosella Porterfield Park will receive an upgrade to its playground equipment and overall appearance starting next week. On Tuesday, Elsmere City Council invited the public to view renovation updates on Rosella Porterfield Park, including images of new equipment and a proposed layout presented by Public Works Director Chris Zerhusen. “We’re bringing the playground out closer […]
Erlanger to discuss mayor, council pay raise; more in NKY government
This week at NKY government meetings, Erlanger will discuss mayor and council pay raises, while Independence and Elsmere will discuss 2026-27 tax rates. 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 in NKY government last week? Boone County […]
Get a sneak peek of Elsmere’s new public works building
Elsmere is getting a new public works building. “This is long overdue for the city,” said Mayor Marty Lenhof. The Elsmere City Council unanimously approved the design contract and proposed budget of $6.4 million for the project, intended to house all public works offices and vehicles under one roof at 717 Bedinger St. next to […]
Erlanger-Elsmere Independent School District proposes to retain property tax rate
Erlanger-Elsmere Independent School District taxpayers will likely not see any changes to their property tax rates, even as the district plans to generate more local revenue. The district’s board of education voted to propose upholding the current rates —94.5 for both real and personal property — at an Aug. 13 regular meeting. That translates to $945 […]


