Lauri Muse started homeschooling her oldest son, who is now 33, in 1998. Twenty-seven years later, her youngest of seven children, who is 9, was the inspiration behind starting her own microschool. World of Wonder opened in Boone County in 2024. It is a three-day microschool for students ages 5-12, focusing on hands-on, project-based learning. […]
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Kenton County to weigh elementary renovations; fiscal court considers RV storage
This week, in NKY local government meetings, the Kenton County Board of Education will vote on design plans for three elementary schools, while the Kenton County Fiscal Court will continue to discuss RV storage in the unincorporated county. Keep reading to find out what happened in local government over the past week and what you […]
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Kid-friendly NKY spots beat boredom on a budget
Keeping kids entertained doesn’t have to break the bank. Whether they love splashing in the water, exploring nature or getting creative, there are plenty of free adventures in the region. Splash pads Wilder Splash Pad The splash pad runs from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Memorial Day through Labor Day, weather permitting. It’s in City […]
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Where to find 4th of July fireworks, festivities in NKY
Whether you’re running a 5K or dancing under the fireworks, there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate the 4th of July in Northern Kentucky. Here is a list of what’s happening where and when: Bellevue The Bellevue Vets is hosting a Red, White, and Boom party with live music starting at 7 p.m. and fireworks […]
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Where to find 4th of July fireworks, festivities in NKY
Whether you’re running a 5K or dancing under the fireworks, there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate the 4th of July in Northern Kentucky. Here is a list of what’s happening where and when: Bellevue The Bellevue Vets is hosting a Red, White, and Boom party with live music starting at 7 p.m. and fireworks […]
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Why some development proposals stay private until they’re public
When a developer has an idea for a project in a city, the next steps depend on a key factor: Who owns the land? At a recent Fort Thomas City Council meeting, Mayor Eric Haas explained how the city works with developers on potential projects, like the “large grocery store” chain that was proposed for […]
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Four generations drive Bud’s Automotive to 60th anniversary
Jeff Moermond was a kid in 1965 when his dad, Bud Moermond, took him on a drive from Bellevue to Highland Heights to a Pure Oil station. His dad pulled up to the gas pumps and went inside to talk to the owner. Bud came back outside after a while and started his drive back […]
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What you missed in NKY government before 4th of July slowdown
This week, due to the holiday weekend, many Northern Kentucky government meetings have been canceled. Here is what you missed from last week. What happened last week in NKY government? Florence passes budget, approves solar panel ordinance The Florence City Council approved its 2025-2026 budget during a special meeting on June 17, setting general fund […]
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Newport appoints interim superintendent
Newport Independent School District has appointed Matt Atkins as its interim superintendent. The Newport Board of Education appointed Atkins at its regular meeting on June 25. Atkins has served as principal of Newport Primary School since 2017 and graduated from Newport High School in 2000. He has worked in the district for 19 years. Atkins […]
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Newport’s Carothers Road, US 27 corridor project (finally) moving forward
After years of delays, a key piece of Newport’s long-awaited Carothers Road and U.S. 27 corridor improvement project is finally moving forward. The Newport Board of Commissioners voted to approve a settlement agreement at a special meeting on June 24 with Gator Newport Partners regarding real property sales and easements along Carothers Road. The sale […]
