Highland Heights shared an update on the construction of the city’s nature trail and pickleball courts at Tuesday night’s city council meeting. According to City Administrator Michael Giffen, work on the additions to the city’s park began last week and is expected to be complete by this fall. “The intention behind the entire greenspace renovation […]
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Four generations drive Bud’s Automotive to 60th anniversary
Jeff Moermond was a kid in 1965 when his dad, Bud Moermond, took him on a drive from Bellevue to Highland Heights to a Pure Oil station. His dad pulled up to the gas pumps and went inside to talk to the owner. Bud came back outside after a while and started his drive back […]
‘I don’t feel safe’: Roadway safety discussed in Highland Heights
Roadway safety in the city was a topic of discussion at Highland Heights’ June city council meeting Tuesday night. Following concerns brought by citizens, temporary speed bumps are being added on Sunset Drive, one of the busiest streets in the city, according to City Administrator Michael Giffen. Although the speed bumps aren’t permanent, the city […]
Kenton County eyes $36M in school upgrades; Fort Wright weighs pay hikes for elected officials
This week, in NKY local government meetings, the Kenton County Board of education discusses renovations to four of its elementary schools, while Fort Wright considers pay increase for succeeding elected officials. Keep reading to find out what happened in local government over the past week and what you need to know for this week. What […]
Fort Mitchell eyes Economic Development Authority dissolution; Covington to discuss bonds for housing project
This week, in NKY local government meetings, Fort Mitchell will discuss dissolving the Economic Development Authority, and Covington will look at industrial revenue bonds for the Banklick Street apartment project. 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 […]
Highland Heights recognizes public works director
Highland Heights City Council recognized Public Works Director Steve Lehman at their meeting on Tuesday. Lehman was recognized in celebration of Arbor Day, a holiday that takes place on April 25 that promotes planting and taking care of trees. Each year, Highland Heights’ tree commission dedicates the award to a community member who has shown […]
48-home proposal in Kenton County; Covington reviews golf cart laws and more in NKY
This week in NKY local government meetings, the Kenton County Planning Commission will discuss a Fischer Homes 48 single-family home proposal, and Covington will look at expanding golf cart use. 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 […]
Fort Thomas to review tennis court bid; Campbell County Schools to discuss facilities plan
This week, in NKY government meetings, Fort Thomas will consider a bid for tennis courts; while Campbell County Schools will discuss its district facilities plan. 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 […]
Kenton County Schools to discuss Hinsdale circulation project, and more this week in NKY
This week, in NKY government meetings, Kenton County Schools will discuss phase two of the Hinsdale Elementary circulation project and more. 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 meetings? Newport to advance […]
Wilder to decide on medical cannabis zoning; Independence introduces new police social worker
This week, in government meetings, Wilder will consider zoning for medical cannabis operations, while Independence will introduce its new police social worker. Keep reading to find out what happened in local government over the past week and what you need to know for this week. What’s happening this week in NKY government? Kenton County School […]

