Rendering of Wilder City Center Master Plan proposal developed by Elevar Design Group by Robin Gee, city council beat editor The city of Wilder has been working on a master plan for the center of town based on recommendations from the 2019 Wilder Comprehensive Plan. The city contacted Cincinnati-based Elevar Design Group to create a […]
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Alexandria Will Review Zone Change Request for Mixed Uses in New Development
Rendering of proposed development at 7541 Alexandria Pike. A zoning change could clear the way for commercial properties to be added to the luxury apartment project. by Robin Gee, city council beat editor The city of Alexandria has announced that its Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a zone change request […]
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Fort Thomas Antiques & Design Center to Close
The Fort Thomas Antiques & Design Center will close on January 24. (FTM file) by Robin Gee, city council beat editor Recently, Rob Robinson, owner of the Fort Thomas Antiques & Design Center and Highlander Event Center, announced he will be closing the business. His last day is scheduled for January 24. Owner of […]
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Fort Thomas Business Owner Honored as Global Leader
Local business owner Tracy Davis received a Global Leader Award for her support of Fort Thomas Schools. She stands with Highlands High School Principal Matthew Bertasso. by Robin Gee Fort Thomas resident and business owner Tracy Davis has received a Portrait of a Graduate Global Leader Award from the Fort Thomas Independent School District. Davis, […]
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Fort Thomas School Board Honored – More Than 60 Years of Combined Service
Fort Thomas school board members were honored for their service. Back row: Teacher Dawn Hils, Jeff Beach. Front row: Ann Meyer, Karen Allen, Superintendent Karen Cheser and Lisa Duckworth by Robin Gee January is School Board Appreciation Month, and the Fort Thomas Independent Schools District board members were honored at their first meeting of 2020. […]
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City Council Discusses TANK Redesign Study, Changes in Sunday Alcohol Sales
Proposed changes to TANK service would eliminate Bus 11 in Fort Thomas. FTM file by Robin Gee, City Council Beat Editor The Transit Authority of Northern Kentucky (TANK) Redesign Project was a focus of discussion at the January Fort Thomas City Council meeting. The company is proposing cutting route 11 entirely and combining it with […]
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Candidates File for City Offices Across Campbell County
It’s that time again. Election season is upon us. Here is a list of local candidates who have filed for the May 19 Kentucky primary. by Robin Gee For candidates who will be facing one, Friday, January 10, at 4 p.m. was the deadline to file for the primary on May 19. In Fort Thomas, […]
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Two New Businesses Slated for Cold Spring in Early 2020
Cold Spring could see a new IHOP restaurant on Crossroads Blvd. within the first half 2020. FTM file by Robin Gee If things go as planned, Cold Spring will see a new IHOP (International House of Pancakes) and a new Pearle Vision Center location in the community in 2020. The Cold Spring City Planning and […]
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New Firefighter Joins Fort Thomas Fire Department Family
New Fort Thomas firefighter Matt Fite beams as Chief Mark Bailey pins on his badge. By Robin Gee, City Council Beat Editor The Fort Thomas Fire Department welcomes a new firefighter/paramedic this month. Matt Fite will finish up his two-week orientation on January 21. “It is my pleasure to introduce you to our newest firefighter/paramedic. […]
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Fort Thomas Ordinances Pass: Fairness for All and Clearing the Way for New Eatery
Fairness Campaign Executive Director Chris Hartman thanks Fort Thomas City Council for careful consideration on the Fairness Ordinance vote. By Robin Gee, City Council Beat Editor At its first meeting of the new year, the Fort Thomas City Council voted on new ordinances that brought positive news for many in our community. In a unanimous […]
