We recently completed our search for two new editorial board members, and I’m pleased to say that we are ready to announce our choices. Laura Lyons is the president and owner of ATech Training in Walton and has more than 30 years of manufacturing experience. Laura is a Northern Kentucky native and lives in Florence. […]
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Covington debates mayor pay as Crescent Springs preps budget
This week, in NKY local government meetings, Covington will hold a first reading on an ordinance regarding the transition of government to a mayor-council form, while Crescent Springs talks about the new fiscal year budget. Keep reading to find out what happened in local government over the past week and what you need to know […]
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Investigation into apparent murder-suicide underway in Florence
Officials are investigating an apparent murder-suicide in Florence, the Boone County Sheriff’s Office confirmed Monday evening. The sheriff’s office said they were called to check on a homeowner on Castleoak Drive after he did not show up to work Monday morning. They found two adults, one male and one female, dead inside the home. Their […]
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Walmart to remodel Florence, Alexandria stores
Two Northern Kentucky Walmarts will undergo remodeling as part of the retailer’s nationwide effort to transform 650 of its stores. The Alexandria Walmart, located at 6711 Alexandria Pike, and the Florence Walmart, located at 7625 Doering Drive, were both selected for remodeling. “Our stores often serve as the heartbeat of the communities we operate in, […]
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Both Macy’s stores in Florence Mall listed for sale
Both Macy’s department stores in the Florence Mall are for sale online, according to a recently published listing. Florence, the second-most populous city in Northern Kentucky, is one of the region’s hubs for retail shopping. The Florence Mall was once the anchor of the city’s shopping district. Throughout the 21st century, the mall has declined. […]
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Covington considers golf carts on all city roads; Kenton County reviews PILOT for apartment project
This week in NKY local government meetings, Covington will discuss allowing golf carts on all non-state city roads; Kenton County Fiscal Court talks PILOT payment for a Covington apartment project. 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 […]
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48-home proposal in Kenton County; Covington reviews golf cart laws and more in NKY
This week in NKY local government meetings, the Kenton County Planning Commission will discuss a Fischer Homes 48 single-family home proposal, and Covington will look at expanding golf cart use. 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 […]
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Two new hotels may be coming to Boone County
A Florence-based hospitality company wants to bring two new hotels to Boone County, pending approval from the county’s planning commission and fiscal court. Athena Hospitality Group, in conjunction with Bowling Green, Kentucky-based Arnold Consulting Engineering Services Inc., presented two different hotel concept development plans to the Boone County Planning Commission over the past few weeks. […]
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Boone County to discuss update on county road swap; Park Hills to talk proposed budget
This week in NKY government meetings, Boone County will discuss an update on the Chambers Road/Hicks Pike Road swap, and Park Hills will talk about their proposed budget. 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 […]
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Mazak Corporation honored with NKY Community Award
Mazak Corporation, a Japanese-based company that designs and manufactures machine tool, was recognized by the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce for its impact on the region. Mazak received the NKY Community Award during the chamber’s Eggs ‘N Issues breakfast panel on March 18. The NKY Community Award recognizes individuals, businesses or organizations in the Northern […]
