Greg Schwartz (Carlee’s father), Carlee Schwartz and Gene Blanchet This past weekend, Gene Blanchet, Governor of the Kentucky/West Virginia District Optimist Club recognized an act of heroism by Fort Thomas teen, Carlee Schwartz. Schwartz, 17, a junior at Highlands was beginning her work day as a busser at Fort Thomas Pizza on August 18th. She […]
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Family With Local Ties Affected By Tropical Storm Harvey
The Zipters of Houston, Texas were flooded by tropical storm Harvey. Cami Zipter is a 1987 Highlands graduate. As tropical storm Harvey ripped through Texas this week, it displaced nearly 30,000 residents, destroyed homes and took the lives of at least 14 people as of yesterday with more fatalities expected. The National Weather Service said […]
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A Local Story: Bike Helmets Save Lives
Gracie Leftin practices helmet safety while riding her scooter. What was a relaxing day on summer vacation turned into an event the Leftins of Fort Thomas will never forget. The Leftins 8-year-old daughter, Gracie was out for a ride on her scooter when she hit some uneven pavement and fell to the ground hitting face […]
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Fort Thomas Crowned Its’ First Pet Mayor at Pet Day
Caesar, Fort Thomas’ first Pet Mayor Pet Day at Tower Park was a huge success on Saturday. The turnout was amazing, the weather was beautiful and dozens of pets and owners came out to enjoy the day. Sponsored by Pet Wants, the day’s events included a pet parade, pet talent shows, pet vendors, pet blessings […]
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“Cleats For A Cause” Is Helping Young Athletes In Need
As a part of a summer service program, HHS Senior Michael Dunn is asking for donations for a good cause, . Michael Dunn, an HHS incoming senior and varsity football player is on a mission to help kids in need. He says football is his passion, and as a part of a summer service project, […]
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Southside Deli – The Best Little Deli In Town
South Side Deli, 1175 S. Ft. Thomas Ave. FTM file South Side Deli has been around since a lot of us can remember, and maybe that’s because it opened in 1973. It was Convenient Food Mart then. Owned by John Beatsch‘s brother-in-law, Beatsch was a stock boy there when he was 17. The store eventually […]
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Gear Up For The Fort Thomas Farmers’ Market Opening Day
The crops are ready and Fort Thomas Farmers’ Market is underway. Opening Day is this Wednesday, June 7. The kickoff to the Fort Thomas Farmers’ Market season is this Wednesday, June 7 from 3 to 7 p.m. Located at 90 Alexandria Pike in the parking lot of Fort Thomas Antiques & Design Center, the market […]
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Tower Park Flag Display Represents Veteran Suicides
A flag display in Tower Park will remain for three weeks to honor veterans and soldiers who have committed suicide. It is estimated that there are 660 veteran suicides per month. FTM file. A U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs study has estimated that roughly 22 veterans or soldiers commit suicide a day. In 30 days, […]
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It’s Farmer’s Market Season Again
FTFM Committee members meet to plan for the new and improved 2017 summer season. It’s farmers market season once again, and the Fort Thomas Farmers Market is gearing up to move outside for another exciting season, bringing new ideas, vendors, committee members and more. After a successful 2016 season outside at the Fort Thomas Plaza, […]
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More Details Emerge For Farm To Fort Dinner
Tables will line the street by the Mess Hall in Fort Thomas for the Farm to Fort dinner planned for July 2. FTM file. As plans are falling into place for the biggest celebration Fort Thomas has seen in 50 years, local farmers are hard at work planting crops for the first ever Farm to […]
