Northern Kentucky has experienced fluctuations in property values that factor into school funding. Retiring Ludlow superintendent Mike Borchers has seen the impact in his independent school district. “The last (assessment) we generated 4% revenue and still dropped our tax rate by 12 points,” Borchers told LINK nky. “The property value went up so high we […]
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Hardin Fast: NKY prep news from Ludlow, Walton-Verona, Boone County, Ryle, Conner, CovCath, Dixie
The prep year is winding down, but coaching news is heating up along with the weather. With the end of seasons rapidly approaching, things are quickly ending up here in the fastest 1,000 words in sports. END OF AN ERA AS BARTH RESIGNS Jeff Barth was expecting to begin his 16th season as Walton-Verona head […]
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Ludlow Heritage Museum fundraiser to prepare for railroad storehouse renovation
The Ludlow Heritage Museum is hosting a fundraiser to prepare for a $2.5 million renovation of their historic storehouse, which will be used to share the history of the city of Ludlow and its railroad.
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Ludlow brings in Bowman to guide girls basketball program
Ryan Bowman has been appointed as the new girls head basketball coach at Ludlow High School, bringing with him 18 years of coaching experience and a passion for the game.
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Chronic absenteeism in NKY schools: a continuing struggle
School attendance is improving in Ludlow Independent Schools two years post-pandemic, superintendent Mike Borchers tells LINK nky. The river city district’s average attendance rate now hovers between 94 and 95%, he said this week. But progress hasn’t been easy. Like many districts in Kentucky, Ludlow – a small district of approximately 780 kids – struggled […]
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Ludlow pitchers exceed expectations under returning coach Stamm
There is information inside the numbers. Ludlow High School’s Aaron Stamm has known that for as long as he’s been reading box scores. Upon his promotion from assistant to Panthers head baseball coach, one of the things Stamm did was remind himself of the previous season’s production. He took a look at the numbers his […]
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Land slippages in Northern Kentucky highlight unique geological challenges, economic risks
Land slippages caused by exceptional rainfall in Northern Kentucky in April highlighted the risks of developing on hillside topography and the need for proper preparation to mitigate the dangers of slippages and slides.
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Ludlow City Council discusses legalizing medical cannabis
Ludlow Mayor Chris Wright is discussing the benefits and drawbacks of legalizing medical cannabis in the city, and is looking into ways to make it available to those in need.
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Former Ludlow catcher-turned pro clubhouse manager “living out a dream”
Former Ludlow High School baseball player Hayden Stamm is the clubhouse manager for the Oakland A’s High-A affiliate in Lansing, Michigan, and is one of the youngest clubhouse managers in the minors.
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Ludlow police chief resigns from city administration position
Ludlow Police Chief Scott Smith has stepped down from his position as city administrator after concerns were raised about him holding two non-elected city positions.
