Carol Franzen, who currently serves as an Independence city council member, announced Thursday she would run for the city’s mayoral seat in 2026. Franzen has served on the council since 2002. “It has been the honor of a lifetime to represent the diverse voices of Independence on city council,” Franzen wrote in a statement. “I […]
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What makes a candidate eligible to run, and who decides if they’re not?
What you need to know A clown is running to be Ludlow’s mayor. Literally. Paul Hallinan Miller is a former Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Circus Clown and the face of both Bircus Brewing and Circus Mojo, which provides training in circus performance. Miller also filed to run for the Ludlow mayoral seat next […]
Jessica Fette announces run for reelection as Erlanger’s mayor
Current Erlanger Mayor Jessica Fette, who first took office in 2019, has announced her intention to seek reelection as mayor. “Seven years ago, I promised I would lead Erlanger forward with compassion, cooperation and respect for every resident who calls this city home,” Fette said in a press release. “I’ve made that promise a reality […]
New Covington mayor, business leaders talk hopes for city’s future
Newly-elected Covington Mayor Ron Washington discussed his vision for the city with local business leaders, elected officials and other regional figures at a special luncheon on Thursday. Put on by the Covington Business Council and hosted at the Embassy Suites on Rivercenter Boulevard, the luncheon provided an opportunity for Washington to discuss his background as […]
Ludlow adopts pay plan to allow full-time fire chief hire
Ludlow City Council voted to adopt an amended comprehensive pay plan, which includes a pay range increase for the city’s police captain, police sergeant, police lieutenant, public works director and public works laborer, allowing the city to hire a full-time fire chief.
Pendleton County mayoral race decided by coin flip
Watching your political dreams hang in the balance as a coin gyrates through the air is a nerve-racking experience, one that a finite amount of individuals ever get to experience. Mason Taylor, the 25-year-old mayor-elect of Butler, found himself witness to a ritual for the fate of his own ambition on Tuesday night. “He flips […]
Crescent Springs appoints Mike Daugherty as new mayor
The new mayor of Crescent Springs is Mike Daugherty, a longtime member of city council. Daugherty was selected by his fellow council members at Monday night’s meeting. He replaces Justin Hartfiel stepped down as mayor on March 27 in order to focus on his doctoral research, as reported by LINK nky. Justin Hartfiel replaced his […]
Happy Halloween
I thought you might like a fun picture of the mayor poking fun of the deer hunt during trick or treat. The hunt begins again today and I hope it truly is a laughing matter.

