Northern Kentucky offers a captivating blend of natural and urban beauty: From the tall hills of Devou Park to the glimmering lakefront view at A.J. Jolly Park, it is easy to see why many call this area home. Click through to explore some of the stunning and picturesque landscapes throughout the tristate.
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NKY in Photos: Our guide to live music hotspots in Northern Kentucky
From bluegrass country to indie rock music enthusiasts, Northern Kentucky has a music space for everyone. We spent the week going around town, discovering some of the best live music hotspots of all genres and venues. Click through the gallery for our guide to must-visit NKY music venues so you can find your new favorite […]
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NKY in Photos: The unique shops of Northern Kentucky
Northern Kentucky is home to some the most unique and curious shops in the tristate area. From oddity to vintage to trendy, there is something out there for everyone. We took to the cities of NKY to explore a few local stores and small busineses to showcase what exclusive treasures they have to offer. Scroll […]
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NKY in Photos: The parks of Northern Kentucky
Northern Kentucky is home to over a dozen community parks and recreational areas, with most featuring playgrounds, walking trails, campgrounds, fishing and more. These areas range from quaint and cute, such as President’s Park in Edgewood, to A.J. Jolly in Alexandria, which occupies 1,000 acres of closely protected and preserved land. Several also feature spectacular […]
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Kentucky enacts law creating Ohio River Regional Recreation Authority
Gov. Andy Beshear signed House Bill 712 creating the Kentucky Ohio River Regional Recreation Authority, a 25-county agency designed to build a recreational trail system and economic development opportunities along the Ohio River.
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Newport entrepreneur launches Confidently Gluten Free to empower gluten-free dieters
A Newport food entrepreneur has launched a new brand to help people with gluten-free diets. Abbi Rettig, founder of Tickety-Boo Treats – an allergen-free treat manufacturer — launched Confidently GlutenFree. Rettig said the brand will empower people living a gluten-free lifestyle. “When an individual is diagnosed with Celiac Disease (an autoimmune disease that requires a gluten free […]
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Life Learning Center to host community give-back initiative
The Life Learning Center is hosting a community clean-up initiative in Covington near the organization’s campus at 20 West 18th St. According to a news release, the organization wanted to develop a give-back program where participants make “meaningful contributions within their community.” On Friday, July 14, and July 21, the event is taking place from […]
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Resident presented Alexandria’s Outstanding Citizen Award
Friends and family surrounded Jenni McBride at the July 6 Alexandria City Council Meeting, where she was presented with the city’s Outstanding Citizens Award. She was honored for her acts of charity, love for her neighbors, and organization of community events for those in need. Alexandria Mayor Andy Schabell said the city had received four […]
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Tropical Smoothie Café opens in Newport
Tropical Smoothie Café cravings can now be satisfied closer to home for Campbell County residents. The smoothie company has opened a new location at 1709 Monmouth St., Suite D, in Newport. It is in the shopping center between GameStop and Jot India. There are Tropical Smoothie Café locations in Kenton and Boone Counties, but this […]
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Alexandria to consider new curfew for minors
Alexandria is considering changing an ordinance on curfews for minors after recent vandalism involving juveniles. According to Alexandria City Administrator David Plummer, the ordinance came out of a recent safety committee meeting after news of the vandalism. The city council heard the first reading of the ordinance at its July 6 meeting. “Earlier in June, […]