Barleycorn’s Brewhouse is marking the second anniversary of its beer benefiting Disabled American Veterans with the release of a new lager and expanded availability at Northern Kentucky retailers. The Wilder-based brewery first introduced Valiant in 2024 to raise money and awareness for DAV, a nonprofit organization that supports veterans and their families. Since then, the […]
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Union to consider zoning change for commercial development, more in NKY government
This week at NKY government meetings, Edgewood will discuss keeping Flock Cameras in the city. 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 in NKY government last week? Jim Gilpin sworn in as Kenton County Police Chief James […]
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Construction begins on new Bobby Mackey’s in Wilder
Construction is now vertical on the new Bobby Mackey’s in Wilder. Plans for the new Bobby Mackey’s honky tonk-bar and music venue were unanimously approved at a Wilder Planning and Zoning meeting on June 22. The plans call for an 8,400-square-foot single-story nightclub. The proposed building will be located in approximately the same location as […]
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Wilder’s Bentwood Hills Drive could reopen within days after months-long culvert closure
A portion of Bentwood Hills Drive in Wilder, which has been closed for more than five months after a culvert failure, is set to reopen soon as the city nears completion of a major replacement project. Wilder City Administrator Terry Vance told city council on Oct. 5 that the project at Bentwood Hills Drive and […]
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Florence to provide update on Flock Cameras, more in NKY gov
This week at NKY government meetings, Florence will provide an update regarding Flock Cameras. 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? SD1 defends design decision for massive Boone County sewer project Sanitation District […]
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Wilder proposes higher tax rate, triggers public hearing
Wilder residents could see a higher city property tax rate this year after the city council advanced a proposal to collect additional revenue, a decision that will require the city to hold a public hearing and special meeting later this month. Council voted 4-1 at its Sept. 8 meeting, during a first reading, to adopt […]
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Schneider’s, Barleycorn’s team up to raise money for Chicks & Chucks
Schneider’s Sweet Shop owners Kelly and Tim Morgan are turning a cause that has touched their own family into a way to give back with the launch of Schneider’s “Sweetness for a Purpose.” The campaign kicks off Monday at Barleycorn’s Brewhouse in Wilder, with guests invited to arrive beginning at 5:30 p.m. and an official […]
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‘High Profile’ cannabis shop opens dispensary in Wilder
C3 Industries announced the opening of “High Profile” cannabis shop in Wilder, its second Kentucky dispensary, at 23 Country Drive. The location serves registered medical cannabis patients, extending access in a region where Kentucky’s medical cannabis program is still new and many patients are still navigating certification for the first time. Inside, High Profile Wilder […]
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Mapping out the damage across NKY
Readers from all over Northern Kentucky have sent us photos of the damage they encountered after a series of storms moved through the area overnight. Stay updated with state road closures and tips for navigating downed power lines at the Kentucky Transportation District’s Facebook page. Use the map below to see where trees are down […]
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Independence to vote on 336 apartments, space for 10 businesses, more in NKY gov
This week in NKY government meetings, a proposed development could bring 336 apartments and 10 businesses to roughly 40 acres in Independence. 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 in NKY government last week? Newport explores new historic […]
