In a meeting that stretched nearly three hours Monday night, Fort Thomas City Council addressed a proposed roundabout at Highland and Grand Avenues. Discussion surrounding the potential roundabout drew sharp criticism from both residents and council members. The idea gained traction after a Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, known as KYTC, analysis suggested the design could work […]
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Highland Avenue bridge inspection over I-471 in Campbell County happening Monday
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 6 Office announced a bridge inspection on the Highland Avenue bridge over I-471 in Campbell County on Monday, Sept. 11. The inspection will take place between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. This inspection will require a full closure of the Highland Avenue bridge between the 0.29-0.35 mile points. Motorists are […]
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Stop signs added to Highland Avenue in Covington after complaints
The City of Covington recently announced a new stop sign installation on Highland Avenue at the intersection of Emery Drive. The signs’ installation follows numerous public complaints about traffic on the road. A permanent sign has been installed for westbound traffic, and a temporary sign has been installed for eastbound traffic, which will be replaced […]
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City Publishes Proposed Plans for Central Business District Development
A rendering of the Central Business District development project from North Fort Thomas Avenue. By Robin Gee, City Council Beat Editor The city of Fort Thomas has put up a link on its website to plans for a development in the Central Business District at Highland and North Fort Thomas avenues. The plans were submitted […]
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Street Class: Highland Avenue’s Artist in Residence
I think it’s safe to say that most Ft. Thomas residents have some memories on Highland Avenue. Whether it’s attending Moyer Elementary, or riding your bike to the Ft. Thomas Swim Club, or just driving down Highland Avenue on your way to work. For artist and illustrator Arian Armstrong, Highland Avenue is where her family […]
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Street Class: The Haunting of Highland Avenue
Ft. Thomas is known for many things – beautiful homes, an excellent school system, and great sports teams. However, there’s a little more to Ft. Thomas than meets the eye. Just ask longtime resident Jill Weitkamp, who currently lives on Highland Avenue. She’s had paranormal activity in two homes on Highland Avenue, and one home […]
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Fort Thomas Weekend Notes
A few things over the past couple weeks that may be of interest to you: 1. Some Highland Ave residents are upset at paying for resurfacing. It is a rite of passage for all Fort Thomas homeowners to split the cost of resurfacing every 20+ years (I was unlucky to get the bill three years […]
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Seen & Heard Around Fort Thomas
A few observations from around town the past couple weeks: 1. Mio’s may very well be back on. Heard rumors that financing was finally completed. However, the sign is still up and I have still had no confirmation from the prospective owner. 2. Anyone seen the new deck on the back of the Highlands Country […]