So what is a jailer, and what do they do? Turns out, Kentucky is the only state with elected jailers; in most states, the sheriff’s office operates them. Kentucky jailers are responsible for inmate processing and maintaining order in the jail. Campbell County Jailer Jim Daley said it’s this way because that’s what our forefathers […]
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Early voting starts this week. Here’s when and where you can vote
Here is when and where Northern Kentucky residents can cast their ballots before the Tuesday, May 17 Primary Election Day.
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Kentucky AG commissioner announces governor candidacy
Kentucky Agriculture Commissioner Ryan Quarles announced his candidacy for the 2023 gubernatorial race. Quarles has been serving as the AG commissioner since 2016. He made the announcement on WKYT News’ Kentucky Newsmakers with Bill Bryant last week. Quarles also made it official by registering with the Kentucky Registry of Election Finance. He said he has […]
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Wil Schroder’s retirement ushers in new 24th Senate District: Candidate Preview
In May of 2021, Sen. Wil Schroder (R-Wilder) announced he would not seek a third term to represent the 24th District, which comprises Campbell, Pendleton, Bracken, and part of Kenton Counties, after the latest round of redistricting. In his statement, he said that serving the 24th district was the opportunity of a lifetime. “As we […]
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Watch/Listen: GOP candidates for House District 68 answer questions
The Republican candidates in the May 17 primary election for House District 68, situated in Campbell County, joined LINK nky for a candidates forum on Thursday. Paul Kloeker, Mirna Eads, and Mike Clines are competing to represent the GOP in November’s election for the seat that opened when longtime incumbent Joe Fischer (R-Ft. Thomas) declined […]
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Steve Rawlings: Why I’m running for House District 66
The following op-ed is written by Steve Rawlings, a candidate in the Republican primary for House District 66 What if voters elected a candidate who actually had their best interest in mind? How about a leader who does not care about what he gains from the system, but who actually wants to serve and help […]
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Steven Larson: Why I’m running for Kenton Co. jailer
The following op-ed is written by Steven Larson, a candidate in the Republican primary for Kenton County Jailer My name is Steven Larson, and here is why I’m running this year for Kenton County Jailer. The Kenton County Jail has been troubled for years with issues of Excessive Force and failure to train lawsuits. This […]
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LINK Candidate Forum: Campbell Co. Judge/Executive GOP primary
Campbell County Judge/Executive Steve Pendery is seeking reelection in 2022 but first must win the Republican primary on May 17. He joined LINK nky for our candidate forum to talk about his campaign and issues facing the county and region. Challenger Anna Zinkhon, chairwoman of the Campbell County Republican Party, declined to participate in the […]
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Mike Radwanski: Why I’m running for Newport city commissioner
The following op-ed is written by Mike Radwanski, a candidate for Newport city commission. Contact him at Radwanskiforcommissioner@gmail.com or 248-736-0160. I’ve been all in for Newport from day one. Since buying my first home a decade ago, I’ve served as Gateway’s neighborhood rep, co-founded the Restoration Happy Hours, and, more recently, served on several citizen-driven steering […]
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Brian Painter: Why I’m running for Campbell Co. commissioner
The following op-ed is written by Brian Painter, a candidate for Campbell County Commissioner in District 1. I am running for re-election as your District 1 Campbell County Commissioner to continue to make our county government more efficient. Over the last eleven years we have created a fantastic management team and we deliver services to […]