This week, in NKY government meetings, Covington will vote on the new city hall construction contract; while Dayton will hear the state of the city address. 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 […]
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Newport schools face intervention amid declining performance, test scores
Despite a five-year improvement goal set in 2020, Newport’s Education Task Force says too little has changed in the district. “Every year that we don’t improve our academics is another year that we let our children down, another year that they’re not college ready, another year that they’re not career ready,” said former education task […]
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Newport schools contracts former finance director to assess budget shortfall
The Newport Board of Education unanimously approved an independent contract for professional finance services to the board. The contract was for Tete Turner, a former Newport Financial Director. Turner was the finance director before Jennifer Hoover, who recently left the role. “In making this decision, we looked at what the district needed, and that was […]
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Got trash? Where, when to dump your junk for free in Campbell County
If your garage is bursting at the seams with old furniture, appliances, or mystery boxes from 2005, you’re in luck—Campbell County’s Spring cleanup events are right around the corner. Campbell County Solid Waste Coordinator Megan Clere Abrams gave an update on all the county’s recycling programs at the March 5 Campbell County Fiscal Court meeting. […]
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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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Newport renews Southbank partnership, citing funding benefits
The city of Newport is continuing its partnership with Southbank Partners by updating its interlocal agreement and paying its $50,000 dues. Southbank Partners comprises Bellevue, Dayton, Covington, Fort Thomas, Ludlow, Silver Grove, Newport, Wilder and Southgate. Wilder and Southgate were added at the end of 2024. Southbank, a nonprofit regional economic development organization, works directly […]
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Newport to advance medical marijuana discussion with split vote
As many municipalities around the region have already passed legislation regarding medical marijuana in their cities, Newport has been meticulous in its process. The Newport Board of Commissioners held the first reading of an ordinance regarding medical marijuana in August 2024; however, now that time has passed and a new board member has joined, they […]
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Newport teacher union calls for superintendent’s removal as board approves job cuts
The Newport Teachers Association called for a “no confidence” vote in Newport Superintendent Tony Watts Wednesday. The association asked for the vote at the Feb. 26 board meeting, which shows dissatisfaction with the superintendent’s leadership and performance but has no official bearing on an administrator’s job. However, no board member motioned for a vote of […]
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Newport officials oppose bill limiting short-term rental oversight
Newport is opposing Kentucky Senate Bill 110, which would eliminate the ability for cities to regulate or control short-term rental through its land use processes. The city discussed the bill at its Feb. 24 meeting and its potential impact on Newport if passed. “At one point in time, we were number four in the state […]
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Newport debates medical cannabis; Union to fill final commission seat
This week, in NKY government meetings, Newport will discuss allowing medical cannabis operations, while Union will appoint its final commission member. 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? Florence reviews plans […]
