A Boone County High School graduate played an important role in NASA’s successful Artemis II mission. Dr. Taylor Schlotman, who graduated from Boone County High School in 2009, served as a human performance engineer at NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas. Her alma mater celebrated her contributions in a Facebook post. According to NASA, […]
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Jimmy John’s opens in CVG Concourse B food court
Jimmy John’s is the latest restaurant to open in Concourse B at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport. The sandwich chain marked its opening April 13 with a ribbon-cutting event, where travelers were offered free samples as the location began service. The new restaurant takes over the space previously occupied by Chick-fil-A. “We are grateful to […]
The LINK nky Educator of the Week: Lynne Webster
The votes are in, and this week’s LINK nky Educator of the Week is Lynne Webster, a teacher at Campbell County Middle School Webster was nominated by Shelbi Hitch “for recently completing their master’s degree and demonstrating an ongoing commitment to professional growth.” “They actively seek out new knowledge and strategies, even when the work […]
Dayton’s Tuba Baking Co. to close after 8 yearsÂ
Tuba Baking Co., located in Dayton, announced its closure in a Facebook post made April 13. In the announcement, Valerie and Drew Rath, co-owners of Tuba Baking Co., said they wanted to spend more time with their kids and focus on the next chapter. The Rath’s told LINK nky in December 2025, that business slowdowns […]
How to sign up to win free Graeter’s Ice Cream for a year
Fans of Graeter’s Ice Cream can sign up to win free ice cream for a year! Registration is open now until May 2, the second day of the Kentucky Derby. The contest is in conjunction with the release of Graeter’s derby-themed new flavor, Backstretch Bourbon Cherry, as well as other promotional products related to the […]
Vote for the LINK nky Educator of the Week
At LINK nky, we believe that educators – whether they are teachers or principals, tutors or superintendents – are at the heart of our community’s success. The Educator of the Week contest is our way of recognizing and celebrating the incredible educators who go above and beyond for Northern Kentucky students every day. Each week, we will […]
LINK Media CEO named among 2026 Outstanding Women of NKY award honorees
LINK Media President and CEO Lacy Starling is among this year’s Outstanding Women of Northern Kentucky honorees, the NKY Chamber announced. Each year, the NKY Chamber Women’s Initiative Outstanding Women of Northern Kentucky Awards celebrates those who demonstrate exceptional achievement, meaningful service to their professions or region and a commitment to integrity, perseverance and leadership. […]
Strong’s Brick Oven Pizzeria reopens in Newport
Following nearly nine months of suspended operations due to a relocation, Strong’s Brick Oven Pizzeria in Newport is open for business at its new location on Monmouth Street. On April 12, Strong’s announced on Facebook that it was officially open for business at 708 Monmouth St., the former JerZee’s sports bar location. The new Strong’s […]
PHOTOS: Kentucky Barrels win season opener in inaugural game
The Kentucky Barrels opened up their inaugural season in Arena Football One with a victory over the Michigan Arsenal, 34-26 at Truist Arena on Sunday. Former Ohio State product Jalin Marshall led the way with 110 yards receiving and two touchdowns. Quarterback Dalton Oliver threw for 190 yards and three touchdowns as the Barrels held […]
Vote for the LINK nky Team of the Week for April 6-12
Knock on wood, but April has been fairly dry compared to recent years which means spring sports action has been full go. While it was a heavy spring break week for a lot of schools last week, plenty took in some action whether it be locally or out of town or even out of state. […]

