This year, the Wilder Fire Department canceled its annual fish fry, citing rising prices. In support, Barleycorn’s Brewhouse is releasing its “Wildfire” Irish Red Ale. The Wildfire tapping party will take place on Wednesday from 5 to 7 p.m. at Barleycorn’s Brewhouse in Wilder. The first pour will be tapped at 5:30 p.m., and the […]
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Kenton County Schools to discuss Hinsdale circulation project, and more this week in NKY
This week, in NKY government meetings, Kenton County Schools will discuss phase two of the Hinsdale Elementary circulation project and more. 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 meetings? Newport to advance […]
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Wilder Fire Department cancels fish fry due to rising costs
The Wilder Fire Department’s annual fish fry is being canceled due to rising costs, the department announced on Facebook. In the post, they cited multiple economic factors, such as chronic inflation and the increased cost of food and supplies. “The rising costs of food and supplies due to the ongoing inflation crisis have made it […]
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Wilder to decide on medical cannabis zoning; Independence introduces new police social worker
This week, in government meetings, Wilder will consider zoning for medical cannabis operations, while Independence will introduce its new police social worker. Keep reading to find out what happened in local government over the past week and what you need to know for this week. What’s happening this week in NKY government? Kenton County School […]
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Campbell Media: Equipping Campbell County with media tools, government insights
Campbell Media, a service of the Campbell County Cable Board, offers a range of services including recording local government meetings, covering community events, providing equipment and training for residents, and offering internships for college and high school students.
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City of Wilder hosts free Medicare seminar to answer questions
The city of Wilder is hosting a free Medicare seminar on Wednesday, Oct. 16, at 6 p.m. in the lower-level hall of the city building, led by the owner of Your Medicare Plan, Coach Anita Berry.
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Grub for game day or grab and go in Wilder
This story originally appeared in the Oct. 11, 2024 edition of the LINK Reader. To get stories like this first, subscribe here. This Streetscapes, we turn left and right from the Licking Pike exit off I-275. We’ll start with a brewpub, then double back for a new Indian restaurant and end with a local favorite. […]
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Wilder emergency response teams team expands
Wilder welcomed new members to its emergency response teams during their meeting Monday evening. Tommaso Giannetta will join Wilder’s fire team and help replace a position that was lost earlier this year, according to Mayor Valerie Jones. “Tommaso is one of eight qualified candidates who applied during our most recent hiring period,” Jones said. […]
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Wilder lowers tax rates
Wilder’s tangible personal property tax rate will be lower in the next fiscal year, while its real estate property tax rate will remain the same. At its Sept. 16 meeting, the City of Wilder approved its tax rate for the upcoming 2024-2025 fiscal year, keeping the current property tax rate at .231 and lowering the […]
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Wilder may lower tangible tax rate, keep property tax rate unchanged
City of Wilder is considering setting its tax rates for the 2024-2025 fiscal year, with a proposed property tax rate of .231 and a lower tangible tax rate of .44, following a public hearing on September 3.
