UPDATE: We have added the projected revenues for Independence and additional contextual information related to compensating rates following reader inquiries. We apologize for any confusion this may have caused.–LINK nky Editorial, Sept. 21, 2023 The Independence City Council unanimously passed their property tax rates at a special meeting Monday night. The new rates are identical […]
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Independence welcomes new police chief
The City of Independence approved and swore in its new Police Chief, Brian Ferayorni, at a special meeting Monday night. Mayor Chris Reinersman characterized the event as a “very good day in the city of Independence.” The meeting was packed with community members, police officers and staff, as well as members of the media, all […]
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Independence student named to spring 2023 dean’s list at The Citadel
Independence’s Aidan Wiseman was among 900 cadets and students recognized for their academic achievements during the spring 2023 semester at The Citadel in Charleston, South Carolina. The Citadel provides a military college education for men and women focused on leadership and academic distinction, according to a press release. Students and cadets who are registered for […]
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Independence Volunteer Corps to host Community Appreciation Day this Sunday
The Independence Volunteer Corps will host its Community Appreciation Day this Sunday at the Independence Senior Center and Memorial Park from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Raffles, food trucks and vehicles from first responders will be among the attractions. Local nonprofits and community organizations will also attend to engage in community outreach. The event will […]
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Additional arrests made in connection to Independence shooting
Amanda Turner, a 38-year-old Covington resident, was arrested and charged yesterday in connection to a shooting in Independence on Aug. 25. Turner has been charged with unlawful transaction with a minor, riot in the first degree, and accessory to murder. Amanda Turner now joins Xxavion Turner, aged 20, and a minor, whose identity the Independent […]
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Here are Independence’s proposed property tax rates
The City of Independence completed a first reading of its proposed property tax rates for 2023-2024 fiscal year at a special meeting on Aug. 28. The city council has proposed the following property tax rates: Although these rates are identical to the city’s current tax rates, the city is required by law to have two […]
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25-year-old dies in Independence motorcycle crash
Written by WCPO’s Christian LeDuc A 25-year-old man is dead after a motorcycle crash in Independence Monday, investigators said. The Kenton County Police Department and the Independence Police Department were dispatched to the intersection of Taylor Mill Road and Harris Pike for the report of a crash around 3:00 p.m. When they arrived, investigators said […]
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Police: One dead, two charged after shooting in Independence
Written by WCPO’s Molly Schramm One man is dead and a teen and 20-year-old are in custody after a Friday evening shooting in Independence, according to the Independence Police Department. Just before 6 p.m. Friday, police responded to the 3900 block of Archer Court for a shooting. As police responded, witnesses in the shooting transported […]
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Brighton Center seeks food donations in Independence
The Brighton Center, a Newport-based nonprofit that provides various services for families in need, is seeking food donations for its emergency food programs in August. A marked barrel is available 24/7 at the Independence City Building, where anyone can drop off one of the items below. To learn more about the Brighton Center, visit their […]
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Beat the heat this week at the Kenton County Library
Stay cool indoors during high temperatures this week at the Kenton County Public Library. All three library branches offer Wi-Fi, computers, free programs, play areas, air conditioning, and more. Kenton County Library has branches in Covington at 502 Scott St., in Erlanger at 401 Kenton Lands Road, and Independence at 1992 Walton Nicholson Road. Library […]
