A fascination with history and family roots pushed Peyton Schroer to start writing a book at 15, a project that is now set to be published as a novel. Schroer, a Randall K. Cooper High School graduate, started writing his novel, “Legacy Never Dies,” as a sophomore. Now, in his first year at the University […]
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Covington recommits to financial help for The Carnegie
The Covington Board of Commissioners unanimously voted Tuesday night to continue providing financial support for The Carnegie, a well-known theater and arts education organization located on Scott Street. The City had provided similar funding last year. City documents indicate that up to $60,000 from the city’s general fund will be set aside for the organization, […]
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From pandemic hobby to Main Street dream: How Luci Smith built Calina’s in Ludlow
What you need to know What began as a hobby for Luci Smith during the pandemic has developed into a full-time passion. Smith, the owner of Calina’s Cafe, Candles, & Collectables at 326 Elm St. in Ludlow, began experimenting with making candles from upcycled containers. She started from scratch and, over time, became confident enough […]
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Gold Star offers BOGO deal on Ways for snow days
The inches of snow Greater Cincinnati received over the weekend may be sticking around for a while as temperatures stay below freezing. To help you warm up, local chili parlor chain Gold Star is offering a special buy-one-get-one deal. From now through Thursday, Jan. 29, if you buy a regular or super 3-, 4- or […]
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Dayton comedy show blends stand-up sets with licensed therapists
Stand-up comedy meets group therapy sessions at a new alt-comedy show at Dayton, Kentucky’s Commonwealth Comedy Club. Hosted by comedian Shawn Braley, Stand Up Therapy is what happens when you blend laughter, psychology and some gentle emotional chaos. On Feb. 5, a group of comedians will take the stage at Commonwealth and perform short stand-up […]
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El Jefe’s Cubanos and More to leave Covington Yard, open in The Well
A Cuban-inspired street food concept in Covington is changing locations. El Jefe’s Cubanos and More announced on social media last week that, after two years, it was transitioning from its location in Covington Yard, an outdoor food court and entertainment venue, to nearby bar The Well. Its last day at Covington Yard was Friday, Jan. 23. “We […]
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Vote for the 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. By highlighting their dedication, […]
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New Year, new career job fair comes to Erlanger this week
Roughly 40 employers from throughout the region will turn out to a job fair at the Erlanger branch of the Kenton County Public Library on Thursday. The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. “It’s an all-professions fair with 40 actively hiring employers plus community partners offering support and resources,” according to […]
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Inside LINK: Introducing the NKY Guide
When I was 16, my family moved from Denver to Cincinnati. It should have been Northern Kentucky, but as a family completely new to the area with little time to figure out logistics, NKY was simply too hard to figure out. So, alas, my dad had to commute from Cincinnati to Alexandria every day for […]
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‘America’s Notre Dame’ gets a rehab, gargoyles and all
Gargoyles have watched over this small Kentucky city for more than a century from their lofty perches on a cathedral known as “America’s Notre Dame.” A new renovation will ensure they keep their posts for years to come on the meticulously restored facade of the towering stone sanctuary. Workers in recent weeks have been installing […]