By Jessica Eden Local ‘Skywalker-impersonator’ raises money for kids at Children’s Hospital and here’s how you can be a hero and help him! It’s the time of year where more people tend to give back…but for one local man, that generosity continues throughout the year in a galaxy *not* so far away. Call Ashley Barlow. […]
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Fort Thomas Resident shares her recovery story: The First Step
By Jessica Eden I walk slowly up the stone pathway that leads to a grand, Victorian house and knock gingerly on the giant picture glass door. It’s the type of home you gawk at and admire as you walk your dog down the tree-lined streets of Fort Thomas. Stately and welcoming. A smiling woman appears […]
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“Vibe Dance Fitness” creates community, makes working out fun
Mention this article and get a FREE 2-week trial. Connect with VIBE here. Location: 3 West 6th Street – Newport, Kentucky 41071 VIBEDanceFitnessNKY.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vibedancefitness/ By Jessica Eden When Fort Thomas resident Marquita Lonaker was looking for a gym in the area, she tried several different locations. After several trials and memberships, she decided to […]
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East Row Historic District highlights Victorian architecture, modern conveniences
By Jessica Eden The East Row District in Newport is home to many beautiful homes and two homes that are about to hit the market may have your name on them. The homes, located at 620 Maple and 616 Linden, are managed by Clint Copenhaver with Sotheby’s International Realty and dripping in gorgeous, historical details. “Both […]
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Care Closet Continues to Serve NKY Communities in Need
By Jessica Eden Fort Thomas resident Carol Weinel has been VERY busy with her nonprofit organization, Care Closet. Her efforts, combined with the efforts of several amazing volunteers and the generous support of David Hosea, provide a much needed service for children in need. The results speak for themselves. The Care Closet makes a major […]
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Historic Fort Thomas “Ice House” Preserves Through Modern Architecture Improvements for Local Business
Invisible Fence Sells to Manufacturer After 36 Years in Fort Thomas By Jessie Stringfield-Eden When Jeff and Sharon DeRossette purchased the office at the corner of Brentwood Ave. and S. Fort Thomas Ave. for their Invisible Fence business, it was a fairly unassuming building with plain, dark, red brick walls, a flat roof and rectangular […]
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Venice Beach, Fort Thomas: How a Random Garage Became an Exclusive Weightlifting Club
Greg Gadd, Brad Fennell, Rob Roy and Adam Johnston. By Jessie Stringfield-Eden If you’re on a leisurely walk around lunchtime near the corner of Highland Ave. and N. Fort Thomas Ave., you may hear it. Some loud music (probably some AC/DC), a random, playful shout or two followed by some laughter…maybe even the sound of […]
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Fort Thomas Resident Sings with World-Renowned Opera Singer Andrea Bocelli
By Jessie Stringfield-Eden It’s not everyday that you hear about someone in your community rubbing elbows with a celebrity. The opportunity alone may sound like dreamy music to some people’s ears but for Fort Thomas resident Kaitlin (Stephens) Guenther, it is a reality. This Friday, she will be singing with world-renowned opera singer Andrea Bocelli […]
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Brand New, Custom Townhomes Coming to Highland Country Club in Spring 2019
By Jessie Stringfield-Eden With the trees cleared and construction set to begin this Fall, Ashley Builders Group and Huff Realty are excited to announce that they will be breaking ground on custom townhomes in front of the Highland Country Club. Each customized townhome will feature a large open ranch-style floor plan with a finished basement, […]
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Newest Fort Thomas Shop Seeks to Showcase the Art of Sewing for All Generations
Photo by: Will Nedderman. By Jessie Stringfield-Eden Sewing enthusiasts and curious quilters alike will be eager to check out the new sewing studio in Fort Thomas at 118 N. Fort Thomas Ave. which is set to open Monday, Aug. 13. The location is directly next to Fort Thomas Coffee. The new shop, called Just Sew, is […]
