Kenton County has taken the next step in the process of creating a new public park in Independence. Kenton County is building a new park at 604 Independence Station Road in Independence. The 225-acre property, which previously housed the shuttered Fox Run Golf Course, is adjacent to the 78-acre Lincoln Ridge Park. The county wants […]
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Scott High School principal resigns following underage drinking video
CORRECTION: The original version of this brief stated incorrectly that the Board of Education would vote on Proccacino’s resignation. This was not accurate, and the relevant lines have been corrected. We apologize for any confusion this may have caused.–LINK nky editorial, Dec. 10, 2024. Anthony “Tony” Proccacino, the principal of Scott High School, tendered his […]
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Limited edition Pappy Van Winkle Bourbon hits NKY Krogers
Kroger is offering customers the opportunity to purchase rare bottles of Pappy Van Winkle Bourbon and Buffalo Trace Antique Collection at five Northern Kentucky Kroger Wine & Spirits Shops on Dec. 7, with wristband distribution and random number drawings to determine who gets to purchase the bottles.
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Independence considers ban of trucks, heavy vehicles on Stephens Road
Independence City Council is considering legislation to ban tractor trailer traffic and other large vehicles on Stephens Road, with exemptions for emergency vehicles, school buses, and garbage trucks, and a fine of $500 for first offenders and $750 for repeat offenders.
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Downtown Independence designated as National Historic District
Mayor Chris Reinersman has announced that downtown Independence has been declared a National Historic District, allowing property owners and businesses to take advantage of tax credits related to historical preservation and renovation.
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Independence enacts new regulations for fences on residential properties
Independence has passed new regulations allowing fences in front yards over three acres in size along collector and arterial roads in certain city zones, following a vote on Monday.
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Independence approves zoning for medical cannabis businesses
Independence has approved zoning for medical cannabis businesses, allowing them to operate in suburban industrial zones and dispensaries to operate in various commercial zones, effective January 1, 2025.
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10 NKY cities vote in favor of medical cannabis operations
All Northern Kentucky cities that put medical cannabis operations on the ballot have passed them, and starting Jan. 1, 2025, medical cannabis will be legal in the state of Kentucky, with each city responsible for creating zoning regulations to make way for or not allow those types of businesses to operate.
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Vandals target Memorial Park in Independence
Independence is experiencing an increase in vandalism at its parks, particularly Memorial Park, and is taking steps to prevent future incidents, including increased police presence, installing anti-graffiti paint and adding new cameras.
