U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell stopped in Erlanger on Tuesday to talk about his securing of approximately $18.5 million in federal funding for Northern Kentucky projects. First announced in February, the money will support transportation, infrastructure, defense and education projects in the region. The funding for the projects was included in the congressionally approved federal appropriations […]
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First Financial grants $35K to NKY organizations
First Financial Bank announced Tuesday that it had awarded about $35,000 in grant funding to several service organizations in Northern Kentucky. The grants were part of a large annual fundraising effort throughout the Midwest region that saw the bank raise about $550,000. “Supporting our clients and communities has always reflected who we are as a […]
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Kroger to pay $110M to Kentucky for role in opioid epidemic: ‘Righting the wrongs of the past’
Kentucky will receive $110 million from The Kroger Company for its role in the state’s opioid epidemic, with half of the money being distributed to all Kentucky counties and half managed by the Kentucky Opioid Advisory Commission.
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NKY Chamber’s breakfast, clothing drive to promote inclusivity, diversity
The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce is hosting a “Morning of Impact” breakfast and clothing drive to support inclusive hiring practices and promote workforce diversity, featuring panelists from Life Learning Center and Kentucky Career Center.
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Here’s where you can donate winter coats in NKY
St. Vincent de Paul Northern Kentucky and St. Vincent de Paul Cincinnati are asking for donations of winter clothing for their 24th annual winter coat drive, which will take place through January 17, 2025.
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Meet employees where they are: NKY nonprofit leaders on hiring diverse talent
FIESTA President Theresa Cruz wants companies to actively break down barriers in pursuit of hiring employees from more diverse backgrounds. To do this, Cruz said companies must “meet employees where they’re at.” FIESTA is a Florence-based non-profit that provides food, clothing and community resources for the Hispanic community. Cruz’s role allows her to work directly […]
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Kentucky distributes over $12M in grant funds for opioid crisis response
Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman announced Thursday that 51 organizations across Kentucky were awarded over $12 million in grant funding from the Kentucky Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission. Five organizations with operations in Northern Kentucky received over $1 million in grants. Earlier this month, the commission voted to approve the grant awards after considering more than […]
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NKY welcomes more police social workers with opioid abatement funds
More police social workers could be coming to Northern Kentucky thanks to abatement pay-outs in a settlement between the Kentucky Attorney General’s office and pharmaceutical companies.
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Life Learning Center volunteers to plant trees in Latonia, Covington
The Life Learning Center and the Covington Urban Forestry Board are collaborating on a spring tree planting initiative, where community volunteers will plant trees in and around the Life Learning Center’s campus and in Latonia.
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New construction trades program graduates inaugural class
The Life Skills Training and Trade Certificate Program, offered through a partnership with Enzweiler Building Institute and the Life Learning Center, graduated their inaugural class on Thursday, Jan. 4. “We are immensely proud of our graduates and the synergies formed through our partnership with Life Learning Center,” said Brian Miller, executive vice president of the […]