What you need to know Boone County is one step closer to getting Northern Kentucky’s first Jaggers franchise. Jaggers, a restaurant franchise under the Louisville-based Texas Roadhouse umbrella, plans to open a new location on a 1.55-acre parcel of land on the northwest side of Houston Road in Florence. The parcel is situated between Family […]
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Florence Fire/EMS Department teams up with Kroger for holiday toy drive
Experience the magic of the holiday season in Florence with the Florence Fire/EMS Department and Kroger at a Holiday Toy Drive. Join the department on Dec. 6, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Kroger, 7685 Mall Road in Florence. This event invites the community to “Fill the Truck” with toys and hygiene products, all of […]
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Fast-casual Texas Roadhouse concept Jaggers proposed in Florence
Boone County could be home to a new fast-casual burger restaurant if its owners get the green light from the county planning commission and fiscal court. GreenbergFarrow, a Frankfort-based architecture firm, submitted a request for a concept development change for a 1.55-acre parcel of land on the northwest side of Houston Road in Florence. If […]
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Sweet traditions: NKY bakeries to visit this holiday season
The holiday season is fast approaching, and with it comes lots of traditions, but none sweeter than binging on baked goods. There are plenty of bakeries around Northern Kentucky to get your festival treat fix and we’ve gathered a few for you to check out. Whether you’re picking up a pie for Thanksgiving, grabbing a […]
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Fort Wright fire/police training facility proposal, more in NKY government
This week in NKY government meetings, the Kenton County Planning Commission will consider a new fire and police training facility in Fort Wright, while Newport will discuss a short-term rental agreement for Purple People Bridge repairs. Keep reading to find out what happened in local government over the past week and what you need to […]
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Florence invites students, residents to spread cheer through holiday card contest
The city of Florence is inviting elementary and middle school students in kindergarten through eighth grade, and community members who wish to spread holiday cheer, to participate in the Florence holiday card contest and card collection. This annual event offers community connection by delivering handmade holiday cards to senior living homes throughout Florence. Florence […]
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Deck the Y’alls holiday light show on pause for 2025
The Florence Y’alls will not host its annual Deck the Y’alls holiday light show and festival this winter. In an announcement from The Y’alls, the organization will instead focus resources and attention on preparations for the 2026 Frontier League Y’all Star Game at Thomas More Stadium next July. Since its debut in 2022, Deck the […]
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Restaurants embrace trends from brunch to bark parks
Whether you’re brunching in Bellevue, sipping a slushie in Covington, or hanging out with your pup at Alexandria Brewing Co., Northern Kentucky is redefining what a night (or morning) out looks like. Rooftops Looking to elevate your night out? Northern Kentucky’s rooftop bars have you covered – literally. Naturally, the region’s rooftops tend to be […]
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Photos: No Kings protest in Florence
Mall Road in Florence served as a site for a No Kings protest on Saturday. The demonstration was one of numerous No Kings protests against the Trump administration occurring around the country, including one at the Banks in Cincinnati. Event organizers who spoke with LINK nky put the number of attendees at just over 1,250, […]
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Florence nonprofit opens new center for teens, young adults with developmental differences
Parent Ryan Voelker wants families to find happiness through growth. As a father of three, he believes the best way to help children grow is by providing them with a strong support system. Professionally, Voelker has committed himself to being a part of the support system for many children and young adults in Boone County […]
