What you need to know The Ohio River Valley Water Sanitation Commission estimates that roughly 394,000 pounds of trash were removed from the Ohio River in 2025. As one of the United States’ largest rivers, the Ohio receives a disproportionate amount of industrial discharge, agricultural runoff and litter. To combat the ongoing pollution issue, environmental […]
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Fischer Homes proposes 178-unit development in Independence, more in NKY gov
This week in NKY government meetings, Kenton County’s planning commission will review a proposed zoning change for a mix of two-family and multi-family housing in Independence. 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 […]
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Erlanger to discuss proposed Dixie Highway reconstruction; more in NKY gov
This week in NKY government meetings, Erlanger is holding a meeting to discuss the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, District 6, proposal for a major road reconfiguration of Dixie Highway. 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 […]
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Erlanger officials push back on state property tax exemption proposal
Erlanger city administrator Mark Collier said at Tuesday night’s council meeting that his staff had to “play a little defense” in the face of certain legislation coming from Frankfort. “We are in the middle of the general assembly, and staff continues to meet with our state legislators to ensure they understand Erlanger’s priorities,” Collier said. […]
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Black Balloon Project to host overdose awareness art gallery
The Black Balloon Project, a Northern Kentucky-based nonprofit, is hosting an art gallery focused on substance use disorder, recovery and the impact of overdose on families. The free event is scheduled for Feb. 7, from 1 to 5 p.m. at Receptions Event Center in Erlanger. The exhibition’s centerpiece will be a photography collection by Gabi […]
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Fort Mitchell to appoint new council member, more in NKY gov
This week in NKY government meetings, Fort Mitchell plans to appoint a new city council 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? Boone County orders demolition of Point Pleasant home deemed […]
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New Year, new career job fair comes to Erlanger this week
Roughly 40 employers from throughout the region will turn out to a job fair at the Erlanger branch of the Kenton County Public Library on Thursday. The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. “It’s an all-professions fair with 40 actively hiring employers plus community partners offering support and resources,” according to […]
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Fort Thomas to consider forensic audit request; more in NKY gov
This week in NKY government meetings, Fort Thomas will discuss a request for qualifications for a forensic audit and hear a presentation of the 2024-2025 annual financial report. 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 […]
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How’s the progress on Erlanger’s Eons Park?
What you need to know The early phases of Erlanger’s Eons adventure park are coming together. LINK nky joined community members and city leaders this week for a tour of areas that are either complete or near completion, specifically the areas around Houston Road and Sycamore Tree Lane, near the area where the park’s groundbreaking […]
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Sidewalk construction on Narrows Road in Erlanger moves forward
Despite being the 15th “most-haunted road in the country,” Narrows Road in Erlanger is set for improvements after Tuesday night’s city council meeting. Mayor Jessica Fette said the city had acquired the two necessary easements to begin working on the construction of sidewalks at the corner of Narrows and Brightleaf Boulevard. Both property owners signed […]