In the days leading up to Veterans Day, the City of Florence is partnering with a local church to raise veteran suicide awareness. The city has joined Florence Christian Church to conduct a Witness Tree ceremony at the Boone County Veterans Memorial on the Florence City Government Center campus. The 11-day, 15-minute ceremony starts daily […]
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Florence establishes veterans commission: ‘He felt there was more we could do’
The Florence City Council has established an advisory panel to provide input regarding veterans programs and related activities. Council member David Osborne initiated the Florence Veterans Commission concept, officials said during Tuesday’s special council meeting session. “Mr. Osborne served in the Army, very proud of his service and his community,” Florence Mayor Julie Aubuchon said […]
Boone County Garden Club unveils Blue Star highway marker
On the 22nd anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks on the World Trade Center, the Pentagon and the crash of United Airlines Flight 93, a group gathered in Florence to pay tribute to armed forces personnel. The Boone County Garden Club, a member of The Garden Club of Kentucky, Inc. and National Garden Clubs, Inc., […]
Fort Thomas Resident Fulfills Lifelong Goal as Newly Commissioned Marine Officer
US Marine Second Lieutenant Justin Goshorn receives his command. By Robin Gee, City Council Beat Editor The family and friends of Justin Goshorn gathered in Tower Park last week to share a proud moment with him. After years of hard work and commitment, Goshorn achieved his dream, one he’d had since middle school — to […]

