The Tower Park Playground in Fort Thomas will be officially reopened on the Fourth of July. Since November of 2023, the park has been closed for a $3.6 million upgrade. The upgrades include all new playground equipment, ADA-compliant walkways, a decorative stone wall for the entranceway, and new signage. The city had initially estimated that […]
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NKY’s Johnson Elementary wins Green Ribbon Schools award
A Northern Kentucky school has become the first ever in the region to win a federal Green Ribbon Schools award for school sustainability efforts. Robert D. Johnson Elementary in Fort Thomas last month became the only education institution in NKY and one of only 24 institutions statewide to ever receive the U.S. Department of Education recognition […]
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Vietnam veterans memorial unveiled at Tower Park
Campbell County’s first memorial dedicated to those who died in service to our country during the Vietnam War was unveiled at Tower Park in Fort Thomas, honoring 36 people who gave their lives in service to our country.
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Fort Thomas residents can access free compost for their gardens
The Fort Thomas Forest Conservancy has partnered with the city’s leaf collection program to create free compost for residents to enjoy and use in their gardens.
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Fort Thomas’ Independence Day parade applications now open
Applications for businesses and organizations to participate in Fort Thomas’ Independence Day Parade on July 4 are now available. Former Highland Heights Football Coach Dale Mueller will serve as the grand marshal.
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Fort Thomas-based KLH Engineers names new CEO
KLH Engineers, a Fort Thomas-based mechanical, electrical, plumbing and technology engineering firm, has named a new CEO. On March 5, the firm announced that CEO Bob Heil had stepped down after nine years at the helm. Jim Tavernelli, the firm’s former president and chief operating officer, is succeeding Heil. “This transition is part of a […]
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From garage to city governments: FREY Municipal Software’s 50-year journey
FREY Municipal Software was founded in 1974 by Donald Frey and has since grown into an international business serving small and medium-sized municipalities with accounting, payroll and utility billing software.
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Need a little cleanse after the holidays? Check out these NKY spots with tasty mocktails
Whether you are partaking in dry January after a booze-heavy holiday season, are growing a wee one and need to avoid alcohol for a few more months, or are the evening’s designated driver, here are a few places in Northern Kentucky that offer some great drinks — minus the alcohol. Second Story: 100 W. 6th […]
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Fort Thomas passes Design Review Board update
Fort Thomas city council voted to accept an update to its Design Review Board ordinance at their Monday meeting following a months long effort. Council approved new and clarified language outlining board membership and duties. The changes to the Design Review Board ordinance were part of an overall in-depth review of city ordinances pertaining to […]
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The Post to add kitchen with food from The Gruff
Two popular NKY spots are teaming up in Fort Thomas. The Post Taps & Bottle Shop in Fort Thomas has announced they are adding a kitchen featuring grub from Covington’s The Gruff. Starting Nov. 21, patrons can enjoy items from The Gruff’s menu, including cold and hot sandwiches, loaded salads and appetizers. Plus, there will […]