This week in NKY government meetings, Fort Thomas is considering changes to its bike ordinance, while Newport will discuss an agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police regarding salaries. Keep reading to find out what happened in local government over the past week and what you need to know for this week. What happened last week […]
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Newport to review PLK apartment project, more in NKY gov
This week in NKY government meetings, the Newport Planning and Zoning Commission will review PLK Communities’ proposed apartment project at 910 Lowell St. Keep reading to find out what happened in local government over the past week and what you need to know for this week. What happened last week in NKY government? Covington to vote […]
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Kenton County considers PILOT for industrial project in Covington, more in NKY gov
This week in NKY government meetings, Kenton County is considering approving a payment in lieu of taxes for an industrial project in Covington. Keep reading to find out what happened in local government over the past week and what you need to know for this week. What happened last week in NKY government? Whitewater Car […]
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Truck parking in Boone County, redevelopment in Kenton: NKY gov this week
This week in NKY government meetings, Boone County is considering updating its zoning code to address commercial truck parking. Keep reading to find out what happened in local government over the past week and what you need to know for this week. What happened last week in NKY government? Zone change committee advances proposal for […]
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Union to vote on zone change for expanded subdivision; more in NKY gov
This week in NKY government meetings, the Union City Commission will vote on a zone change that would allow single-family development across 135 acres near the Westbrook Estates subdivision. Keep reading to find out what happened in local government over the past week and what you need to know for this week. What you missed […]
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Newport Schools extend finance consultant contract through school year
The Newport Board of Education approved an extension of its consulting contract with former finance director Tete Turner, adding up to $20,000 in additional work through July 2026. Turner’s original contract from March 6 to February 2026 was to help the district assess its budget shortfall. That original contract was “not to exceed” $25,000, and […]
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Newport Independent Schools starts permanent superintendent search
The Newport Board of Education has officially launched its search for a permanent superintendent, setting a detailed timeline that would name a superintendent by February 2026. The board held a special meeting on Nov. 12 to discuss planning for the permanent superintendent search. The board of education hired a Kentucky School Boards Association Consultant to […]
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Newport to consider IRB for Nexigen office, more in NKY government this week
This week in NKY government meetings, Newport is considering issuing $5 million in IRBs for a Nexigen office project. Keep reading to find out what happened in local government over the past week and what you need to know for this week. What happened last week in NKY government? ‘We’re big enough to absorb the […]
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Two subdivisions proposed at Boone County zoning meeting, more in NKY government
This week in NKY government meetings, Arlinghaus Builders is seeking zone changes in Boone County for two subdivision projects totaling over 400 homes. Keep reading to find out what happened in local government over the past week and what you need to know for this week. What happened last week in NKY government? New Hilton, […]
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After deficit fears, Newport Schools now forecasts balanced budget
What you need to know In January, Newport Independent School District suggested it could face a $3.9 million budget deficit for fiscal year 2026. Now the district is projecting to be in the green. Last October, things started looking ominous for the district’s financial state with an announced $1.9 million budget deficit. By Oct. 17, […]