What you need to know Legislation that would rename a stretch of highway in Boone County after the late conservative influencer Charlie Kirk is currently sitting on the governor’s desk. Although Gov. Andy Beshear, a Democrat, could veto the legislation, it’s anticipated that the Republican supermajority in the Kentucky General Assembly would likely override the […]
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Politics NKY Episode 3: Kentucky Rep. Matt Lehman
In Episode 3 of the Politics NKY podcast, Hosts Shane Noem and Kevin Burton speak to Kentucky Rep. Matt Lehman. If you are unfamiliar with the podcast, you can catch up on Episode 1 here, which explains the format, and Episode 2 here, where Noem and Burton interview Covington Mayor Ron Washington. Listen to this […]
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More driver’s license renewal locations under consideration in Kentucky
Kentuckians looking for a more convenient way to renew their driver’s license may soon have more options under House Bill 161. The House Transportation Committee approved the bill on Tuesday. Primary sponsor, Rep. Kevin Jackson, a Republican from Bowling Green, said the legislation would allow third-party entities to offer driver’s license renewal services. “This legislation […]
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Matt Lehman officially defeats Terry Hatton in House District 67 race
After only 30 votes separated the candidates for House District 67 on Election Day, a recount was triggered. With the recount finished, Matt Lehman is the lone Democrat representing Northern Kentucky in his defeat of Terry Hatton. “The recount in HD 67 was completed and there were no changes to the results,” said Michon Lindstrom, […]
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Beshear endorses Democrat Matt Lehman
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear officially endorsed Democrat Matt Lehman’s campaign for House District 67, according to a press release from the Kentucky Democrats. Lehman is running against Republican Terry Hatton. District 67 is comprised of Newport, Bellevue, Dayton, Highland Heights and other portions of unincorporated Campbell County. “This fall, Campbell County has an opportunity to […]
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House District 67: Matt Lehman vs. Terry Hatton
Democrat Matt Lehman and Republican Terry Hatton have both vowed to put their constituents first should they be elected to the 67th House District seat left open this year with the retirement of Democratic Rep. Rachel Roberts. Hatton, of Bellevue, is the owner of a private security and consulting firm and a military veteran who […]
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Massie challenger Lehman picks up endorsements from multiple NKY mayors
Fourth Congressional District candidate Matt Lehman announced that three NKY mayors are endorsing him. Covington Mayor Joe Meyer spoke at the event at the Northern Kentucky Democratic Party Headquarters in Covington on Monday, where he touted his support for Lehman. Meanwhile, Newport Mayor Tom Guidugli Jr. and Dayton Mayor Ben Baker also endorsed Lehman for […]
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Covington stands in solidarity with Ukraine
The City of Covington demonstrated its solidarity with Ukraine by installing 12 Ukrainian flags along Main St. in MainStasse Village. Key speakers at the event were Covington Mayor Joe Meyer, Democratic Thomas Massie challenger Matt Lehman, and City Commissioner Shannon Smith, who has familial ties to Ukraine. Smith installed the first flag while the city’s […]