Before 2021 came to a close, Kentucky recorded its highest-ever number of positive COVID-19 cases in a single day. That day was Thursday, December 30 when the state saw 6,441 new cases, topping the previous single day record of 5,742 recorded on January 6, 2021. Meanwhile, the state’s positivity rate is 20.72%, also its highest […]
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With Hospitalizations Rapidly Climbing, St. Elizabeth Pauses Elective, Non-Emergency Surgeries
An increase in COVID-19 cases and subsequent hospitalizations prompted St. Elizabeth Healthcare to pause same-day and elective surgeries that require admission to the hospital. St. Elizabeth has campuses in Covington, Edgewood, Florence, and Fort Thomas. The current surge across Kentucky is being blamed on a mix of the delta variant and the newer omicron variant […]
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Beshear Announces $1.3 Million Fundraising Haul for Reelection Campaign
Governor Andy Beshear’s reelection campaign announced Monday that it raised $1.3 million from more than 4,400 contributors since the first-term Democrat announced his effort to win a second term three months ago. Beshear was narrowly elected in 2019, ousting incumbent Republican Governor Matt Bevin. The campaign said that the $1.3 million figure is the largest-ever […]
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Three NKY Counties Join to Organize Relief Effort for Western Ky. Tornado Victims
The governments of Boone, Campbell, and Kenton counties are working together on a regional effort to support tornado victims in western Kentucky. A tornado ripped through that part of the state on December 11 killing dozens and causing significant, widespread damage. In an announcement on Monday, the offices of Boone County Judge/Executive Gary Moore, Campbell […]
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Proposed Maps Bring Big Changes to NKY Statehouse Districts
Written by Michael A. Monks and Mark Payne for LINK Media Editor’s note: There is an apparent contradiction in the visual of the maps provided by Kentucky House Republicans and the corresponding precincts list, particularly as it relates to District 67 and District 68. The proposed map illustration suggests that Bellevue and Dayton would be removed […]
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The Top Stories in NKY in 2021 as Reported by RCN and FTM
Another year is soon to be in the books – and with the close of 2021, we mark more than ten years of intense coverage of Covington, Fort Thomas, and all of Northern Kentucky through the independent efforts of The River City News and Fort Thomas Matters. This is a collection of our most-read stories in the calendar […]
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NKY Lawmakers Talk Redistricting as House Prepares to Unveil Maps on Thursday
Written by Mark Payne, LINK Media Government & Politics Correspondent The General Assembly convenes in Frankfort on Jan. 4, with local lawmakers set to introduce numerous bills. But, there could be some delays as the main focus will still be on the often highly contentious redistricting process that’s rolling over from 2021. The delay will […]
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COVID-19: “Ky. is Now in a Surge”; 1,007 New NKY Cases in Two Days
Kentucky is now in the midst of another COVID-19 surge, Governor Andy Beshear said Wednesday. He blamed the omicron variant for the increase in cases and the state’s positivity rate which is now at 14.46% on Wednesday, up from 12.61% a day before. “Folks, it’s clear Kentucky is now in a surge from Omicron,” Beshear […]
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Downtown Covington Diner Writing Final Chapter After 30+ Years
Written by Michael A. Monks, editor & publisher Hanging prominently on the wall on the other side of the counter at Old Town Cafe is a large piece of art of, originally, dubious quality. “He never mentioned that he was not very good at doing faces,” said Debbie Bonfilio, who owns Old Town with her […]
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COVID-19: Two from Kenton Co. in Their 40s Among Dead; 1,252 Local Cases Dec. 23-27
Two people in their forties from Kenton Co. who died from COVID-19 were mentioned specifically by Governor Andy Beshear during a news conference on Monday. The governor offered updates on the status of the pandemic in Kentucky, as well as the recovery effort in the western part of the state following devastating, deadly tornadoes earlier […]