Fort Wright voted to join the statewide mutual disaster aid agreement recommended by the Kentucky League of Cities. Under this agreement, municipalities across Kentucky can come to each other’s aid during disasters, such as this year’s floods and tornadoes. “It’s kind of a no-brainer in my mind,” Fort Wright Mayor Dave Hatter said. It was […]
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Erlanger swears in Mark Collier as city administrator
Mark Collier was sworn in as Erlanger’s new city administrator at the city’s council meeting Tuesday evening. Collier, formerly the director of economic development for Erlanger and a founding member of LINK nky, was appointed to the role last month. In the time since, he has served as assistant city administrator, working alongside former administrator […]
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Kenton County sets 35 mph speed limits on Hempfling, Pruett roads
Kenton County plans to set speed limits on two rural roads in the southern part of the county. On Tuesday, the Kenton County Fiscal Court approved an ordinance setting 35 mph speed limits on Hempfling Road and Pruett Road. The measure was first introduced at a fiscal court meeting on Aug. 6. Pruett Road is […]
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In Search of the Best: Korean
Beth McDaniel’s In Search of the Best column explores her adventures in food around Northern Kentucky as she looks for the best … everything! If you have an idea for the perfect something, email Beth at mcdaniel.elizabeth@gmail.com. Click here to meet all of our food writers. One of my first meals in Korea nearly snuck […]
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Erlanger moving forward with motion to lower property tax rates
Erlanger will likely lower its property tax rates for an eleventh year in a row and use some of the proceeds to help fund park maintenance and improvements. Erlanger City Council moved forward with the first reading of a motion on the new property tax rates at its meeting Tuesday evening. The measure, first proposed […]
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Thomas More launches master of science in nursing
Thomas More University announced the launch of its Master of Science in Nursing program. The program is designed to “provide aspiring nurse leaders with the advanced knowledge and skills necessary to advance their careers,” per a release from Thomas More. The fully online program offers two concentrations, nurse executive and healthcare informatics. “Nurses are on the frontlines of our […]
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‘No Knock’ list launched in Fort Mitchell to deter solicitors
Fort Mitchell is revamping their process regulating door-to-door solicitors. Residents can contact the city to be placed on the “No Knock” list, which registered solicitors within the city are expected to respect. “We’re not targeting the kid down the street who wants to cut your grass,” Fort Mitchell Mayor Jude Hehman said. “We’re worried about […]
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Fort Wright reviews municipal traffic code
Fort Wright city administration is taking a close look at its municipal traffic code. The city is trying to “clean up” a code with parts that they haven’t examined in decades. “We want to go through this so the code is truly an index of Fort Wright’s traffic ordinances,” Fort Wright City Administrator Jill Cain […]
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Erlanger proposes lowering property taxes for 11th year
Erlanger will likely lower its property taxes for an eleventh year in a row, following discussions between City Council at its recent caucus meeting. The recommended assessed rates for real property will be $0.244 per $100 of valuation ($2.44 per $1,000) and $0.178 per $100 of valuation for tangible property ($1.78 per $1,000). Real property […]
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Spanish on the Fly expands with new language schools in Northern Kentucky
What you need to know When Lori Wall opened Spanish on the Fly in 2024, she aimed to provide affordable Spanish language instruction to people throughout Northern Kentucky. Fast forward one year, and Wall is expanding her business into Boone and Campbell County, demonstrating a growing appetite for her teaching. Wall, a professional with more […]
