The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet launched a slide-stabilization project on Walton‑Nicholson Road, also known as KY-16, in southern Boone County. Road crews, who began work on Wednesday, are working west of the intersection with Dixie Highway, or U.S. 25, at approximately the 2.7-mile mark. Construction work is planned between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., involving the […]
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Vote for the LINK nky Team of the Week for Nov. 30-Dec. 6
With fall sports over, it’s time to open the window the LINK nky Team of Week for winter sports. Thanks to our partnership with OrthoCincy Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine, we’ve expanded the Team of the Week program to include three Team of the Season winners and one overall winner for Team of the Year. LINK […]
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Cold Spring set for second vote on zone text change tied to Culver’s; more in NKY gov
This week in NKY government meetings, Cold Spring considers a zone text amendment that could pave the way for a Culver’s in the city. 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? Students […]
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Carroll Cropper Bridge zone painting underway as major repairs progress
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is moving ahead on a zone painting project on the Carroll Cropper Bridge that aims to minimize future traffic interruptions. The bridge connects Kentucky and Indiana across the Ohio River in Boone County. Due to the bridge’s age and condition, KYTC wants to keep the crossing in good shape before the […]
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Boone County Christian school seeks zoning amendment to operate at Potter’s Ranch
What you need to know A small Christian school in Boone County is planning to upgrade its facilities following support from the Boone County Fiscal Court. The Robert Lightner Foundation, a nonprofit Christian organization, runs Union Pointe Christian Academy, a small private school that used to operate out of Florence Baptist Church at 642 Mt. […]
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Union approves multiple board, leadership appointments
What you need to know! The Union City Commission approved a series of key appointments and leadership assignments during its regular meeting Monday night, filling several board positions and superintendent roles for the upcoming year. Richard Wilkinson officially swore an oath as an alternate member of the Union-Walton Joint Code Enforcement Board, beginning his term […]
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Union leaders oppose Florence’s proposed 300-plus unit apartment development
What you need to know! City leaders oppose a proposed residential development in Florence that could add over 300 apartment units to undeveloped land along Old U.S. 42, citing significant concerns about traffic congestion and public safety. During the Nov. 17 caucus meeting, Union Mayor Larry Solomon and city commissioners discussed the project as part […]
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Snow emergencies declared in Kenton, Boone Counties
Level 1 snow emergencies have been declared in both Boone and Kenton Counties, as of Tuesday morning. There are also plenty of school closures around the region. Check them out at our media partner WCPO’s website here. Level 1 snow emergencies entail hazardous road conditions, including snow drifts and the potential for ice buildup. Although […]
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Lianna Nguyen launches campaign for Boone County Fiscal Court
Lianna Nguyen, a Democrat, announced her candidacy for the Boone County Fiscal Court. According to the Kentucky Registry of Election Finance, Nguyen is running for Boone County’s 2nd district commissioner seat, currently held by Hand. The fiscal court is comprised of three Republicans: Chet Hand, Jesse Brewer, and Cathy Flaig, along with Judge/Executive Gary Moore. […]
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Boone County brings tax lockbox services back home with Heritage Bank
What you need to know Boone County business owners will no longer have to ship their occupational license tax payments off to Baltimore. On Nov. 18, Boone County Fiscal Court approved an agreement with Heritage Bank to return lockbox services to a Boone County financial institution. Currently, when it’s time for Boone County business owners […]
