This week in NKY government meetings, the Kenton County Police Department is requesting to solicit bids for Automated License Plate Readers. 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 gov? Newport town hall draws […]
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Zotefoams opens $13.8 million expansion at Walton headquarters
Industrial foam manufacturer Zotefoams completed a $13.8 million expansion at its headquarters in Walton. The expansion enabled the existing facility at 55 Precision Dr. to become a full end-to-end manufacturing facility, meaning the entire production process for its foam products can be completed in Walton under one roof. The expansion also allows for the addition […]
Newport considers addition of four Tesla Model Y police vehicles, more in NKY gov
This week in NKY government meetings, Newport will consider adding four more Teslas to its police fleet, while Boone County Schools will discuss its tentative working budget for fiscal year 2027. Keep reading to find out what happened in local government over the past week and what you need to know for this week. What […]
Walton’s Calloway Advanced Technologies wins state microAward
Walton-based Calloway Advanced Technologies has been awarded microAward from the Kentucky Science & Technology Corporation. Calloway Advanced Technologies designs and develops advanced fluid control components without using elastomers. Its metal-on-metal technology prevents leaks and operates reliably in extreme conditions, including high temperatures, high pressure and high-radiation environments. Calloway was recognized for its Hand-Actuated Locking Omni-seal, […]
$50k winning Powerball ticket sold in Walton
A winning Powerball ticket worth $50,000 was sold at the Richwood Shell in Walton. Monday night’s winning numbers were: 16, 18, 19, 56, 58 with a Powerball of 6. The Kentucky Lottery advises winners who purchased their tickets at retail to sign the back of their tickets and keep them in a secure location. The winner of […]
Campbell County to review safety facility project; Covington to discuss ladder truck purchase
This week in NKY government meetings, Campbell County Planning and Zoning will review a new public safety facility, while Covington looks to purchase a tractor-drawn ladder truck for the fire department. Keep reading to find out what happened in local government over the past week and what you need to know for this week. What […]
Cold Spring to review restaurant proposals at two major developments; more in NKY gov
This week in NKY government meetings, Cold Spring will discuss restaurants proposed for the Cold Spring Pointe and Cold Spring Town Center developments. 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 Newport superintendent […]
Walton lifts new development moratorium for sewer upgrades
After recently amending its moratorium on new development to address major updates to the city’s water and sewer system, Walton is moving forward with the improvements. “The city is lifting some restrictions on single-family homes and small businesses,” said City Administrator John Wainwright. The city is also considering a public reporting system on Walton’s website, […]
Kenton County considers Piner school renovation, police reorganization in busy week of government meetings
This week in NKY government meetings, the Kenton County School Board is considering construction bids for the Piner Elementary renovation, and Kenton County will discuss reorganizing the structure of its police department. Keep reading to find out what happened in local government over the past week and what you need to know for this week. […]
Walton begins work on new wastewater treatment system
Walton is moving forward with the first steps of its project to improve its wastewater treatment system. At a meeting Tuesday evening, the city council accepted a bid for $23,760 from Dirt Werks AG, a family-owned concrete and excavation business, to clear vegetation and large trees at the site for the city’s improved wastewater treatment […]

