Rotek Inc., a subsidiary of German industrial conglomerate ThyssenKrupp, will close its Florence-based manufacturing facility in 2026. A total of 77 employees at Rotek’s facility at 8085 Production Drive in Florence will be laid off. The closure will occur in stages, starting on Feb. 13 and concluding by Sept. 16. According to its website, the […]
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What you missed in NKY government before the holiday slowdown
This week in NKY government, almost all city meetings are canceled due to the holiday week, but last week kept many cities busy. Here is a recap of those meetings. What happened last week in NKY government? Fort Thomas council divided over new member appointment process The Fort Thomas City Council voted 3–2 to appoint […]
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Rita’s Italian Ice opens first NKY location in Florence
Northern Kentucky’s first Rita’s Italian Ice opened its doors in Florence. The store officially opened at 7220 Burlington Pike in Florence on Dec. 17. Rita’s, a Bensalem, Pennsylvania-based Italian ice and frozen custard franchise, is widespread throughout the East Coast. The franchise also opened two other stores in the Greater Cincinnati area in 2025, including […]
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Fort Thomas to discuss council appointment; more in NKY gov
This week in NKY government meetings, Fort Thomas will discuss appointing a new council member after former councilmember Andy Ellison’s appointment as mayor. 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 […]
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Plan for NKY’s first Jaggers restaurant advances
What you need to know Boone County is one step closer to getting Northern Kentucky’s first Jaggers franchise. Jaggers, a restaurant franchise under the Louisville-based Texas Roadhouse umbrella, plans to open a new location on a 1.55-acre parcel of land on the northwest side of Houston Road in Florence. The parcel is situated between Family […]
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Florence Fire/EMS Department teams up with Kroger for holiday toy drive
Experience the magic of the holiday season in Florence with the Florence Fire/EMS Department and Kroger at a Holiday Toy Drive. Join the department on Dec. 6, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Kroger, 7685 Mall Road in Florence. This event invites the community to “Fill the Truck” with toys and hygiene products, all of […]
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Fast-casual Texas Roadhouse concept Jaggers proposed in Florence
Boone County could be home to a new fast-casual burger restaurant if its owners get the green light from the county planning commission and fiscal court. GreenbergFarrow, a Frankfort-based architecture firm, submitted a request for a concept development change for a 1.55-acre parcel of land on the northwest side of Houston Road in Florence. If […]
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Sweet traditions: NKY bakeries to visit this holiday season
The holiday season is fast approaching, and with it comes lots of traditions, but none sweeter than binging on baked goods. There are plenty of bakeries around Northern Kentucky to get your festival treat fix and we’ve gathered a few for you to check out. Whether you’re picking up a pie for Thanksgiving, grabbing a […]
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Fort Wright fire/police training facility proposal, more in NKY government
This week in NKY government meetings, the Kenton County Planning Commission will consider a new fire and police training facility in Fort Wright, while Newport will discuss a short-term rental agreement for Purple People Bridge repairs. Keep reading to find out what happened in local government over the past week and what you need to […]
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Florence invites students, residents to spread cheer through holiday card contest
The city of Florence is inviting elementary and middle school students in kindergarten through eighth grade, and community members who wish to spread holiday cheer, to participate in the Florence holiday card contest and card collection. This annual event offers community connection by delivering handmade holiday cards to senior living homes throughout Florence. Florence […]