A “4 sale or lease” sign has adorned the marquee of the Madison Theater in Covington, marking the latest in the theater’s troubled saga. The former operator of the theater, Frank Hulefeld, and his company, Madison Theater Presents, abruptly announced earlier this summer that the theater was closing following the termination of his lease. The […]
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Behringer-Crawford Museum to host virtual program on Brent Spence’s life and legacy
Covington’s Behringer-Crawford Museum is hosting a presentation by a local historian about the life and impact of the late U.S. Congressman Brent Spence. Local historian Karl Lietzenmayer of the Kenton County Historical Society will discuss the life and legacy of former U.S. Rep. Brent Spence during the next NKY History Hour, a free virtual program […]
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Meet your superintendent: Erlanger-Elsmere Independent Schools
Even while approaching his 27th year with Erlanger-Elsmere Independent School District, Superintendent Matt Engel thought hard about taking the job. Engel was named superintendent in February, but assumed the role in July. Doing right by the schools and streets that raised him is something he takes seriously. “I’ve done life here,” Engel told LINK nky. […]
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Covington again bids for state Schools of Innovation exemptions
Covington Independent Public Schools is again seeking exemptions from certain state education rules under Kentucky’s School of Innovation Act, but this time for all of the district’s schools. Originally passed in 2025, the School of Innovation Act allows the Kentucky Board of Education to waive regulations for public schools in favor of customization, flexibility and […]
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Park Hills native selected as PGA WORKS fellow
A Northern Kentucky native has been selected as a PGA WORKS fellow. Lauren Ehrman, of Park Hills, was recently announced as a Southern Ohio PGA Section PGA WORKS Fellow. The PGA WORKS Fellowship, established in 2017, provides the opportunity for a paid immersion in a PGA of America Section’s Foundation operations. PGA Sections oversee the […]
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Covington giveaway to equip more than 500 students for the school year
More than 500 backpacks stuffed with school supplies will be given away to families in need this Saturday at St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Covington. It’s the 26th year Northern Kentucky Harvest is sponsoring the “Backpacks Bonanza” event, formerly called “Backpacks and Breakfast.” Backpacks Bonanza organizers are donating at least 1,165 backpacks this year to low-income […]
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Teachers can stock up on free classroom supplies at Kenton County Public Library
Calling all teachers! Getting your classroom ready for the new school year doesn’t have to break the bank. Join the Kenton County Public Library’s free teacher supply store on Sunday, Aug. 17, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Covington Branch, 502 Scott St. Browse donated and some gently used classroom supplies and take home […]
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St. Elizabeth Edgewood ranked No. 1 hospital in Kentucky, Greater Cincinnati
U.S. News & World Report ranked St. Elizabeth Edgewood as the top hospital in Greater Cincinnati and across Kentucky in its ‘2026–2027 Best Hospitals‘ list. St. Elizabeth Edgewood, located at 1 Medical Village Dr., is among six hospitals within St. Elizabeth Healthcare, the largest healthcare system in Northern Kentucky. It’s the hospital’s second consecutive year […]
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Kentuckians can weigh in on state’s four-year transportation improvement plan
The Kentucky Department of Transportation is offering the public a chance to provide feedback on some of the state’s largest infrastructure projects. Now through Aug. 30, KYTC will open a monthlong review period for its Statewide Transportation Improvement Program, a four-year listing of scheduled transportation projects funded by federal transportation funds. Individuals can submit comments […]
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DAV, RecruitMilitary to host free virtual career fair for veterans Aug. 4
The Disabled American Veterans, an Erlanger-based nonprofit, and RecruitMilitary will host a free virtual career fair for veterans and military families. Slated for Tuesday, Aug. 4, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. CST, the National Virtual Veterans Career Fair will connect job seekers with employers from across the country. The job fair is free for […]
