Whether you’re shutting down your pool, clearing out beach bags, ridding your backyard of summer party remnants, or still cleaning up the back-to-school mess, here is some guidance on what can and can’t be recycled curbside: Recyclable curbside: Bug spray & sunscreen (plastic or aerosol): Make sure you empty them, remove the pumps and (from metal bottles) […]
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Covington business sponsors NKU Esports
When the Northern Kentucky University Varsity Esports team starts its third season this fall, players will be donning new jerseys with a Covington-based IT company logo on them. Blair Technology Group, an internet retailing company that specializes in buying and selling pre-owned and refurbished computers and other related products, partnered with the NKU Esports program […]
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Library offers resources, equipment for small business owners
All three branches of the Kenton County Public Library now offer equipment that business owners can use for marketing purposes — or even to create products. The STREAM Center at the Erlanger Branch has the largest selection of machines. The Covington branch offers a heat press, Circuit, large poster printer and more. The Independence Branch […]
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Hang with alligators and penguins at Newport Aquarium’s annual Nauti Nite
WAVE Foundation, Newport Aquarium’s nonprofit organization, is holding its annual gala, Nauti Nite, on Friday, Oct. 7 at the aquarium. While interacting with alligators, penguins and other animals, guests can sample food from 20 local restaurants. There will also be live entertainment and a live auction. The event is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. to 12:30 […]
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Thomas More University receives grant to preserve special collection
Thomas More University was one of just 65 schools nationally to receive a Preservation Assistance Grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities. The university plans to use the $10,000 grant to fund a general preservation assessment, train staff, and purchase preservation supplies for a special collection in the Thomas More Room of the Benedictine […]
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Boone County town hall to raise awareness about elder abuse, scams
The Boone County Elder Abuse Prevention Task Force will be hosting a town hall to raise awareness about elder abuse and scams, as well as strategies to avoid becoming a victim of these threats. It will be held on Oct. 13 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Boone County Public Library (1786 Burlington Pike, […]
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First Point-Pickle Pickleball championship this Sunday
Sixteen teams will vie for the championship at the First Annual Point-Pickle Pickleball Tournament Scheduled for Sunday at The Five Seasons Family Sports Club at 345 Thomas More Parkway in Crestview Hills. “We have a full contingent of teams, with top competition,” said Paul Gerwe, chairman of the Event. “We’ll see some top battles with […]
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Principal sleeps on roof to celebrate meeting PTA membership goal
Burlington Elementary School hosted its monthly community event Thursday night where families and friends come together to read, learn and connect. This month’s theme was “glampout,” and families were encouraged to bring a tent to participate in the learning process with their kids. The event was created to help increase membership in the school’s parent-teacher […]
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Taylor Mill Road to close tonight for Scott High School homecoming parade
Taylor Mills residents — or anyone driving through — will need to navigate around the closure of Taylor Mill Road Friday night for Scott High’s homecoming parade. Starting at 6 p.m., Taylor Mill Road will be closed from the intersection of Pride Parkway at the north end near Remke Plaza and at the south end […]
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Electronic checks can now be used for Kenton County online tax bills due in October
The Kenton County Sheriff announced Thursday that online tax bill payments can be paid via electronic check. Head to www.kcor.org to pay using an electronic check. Payment by credit card is still available. Mastercard, VISA and American Express are accepted online as well as in person at both the Independence and Covington locations of the […]