All Northern Kentucky cities that put medical cannabis operations on the ballot have passed them, and starting Jan. 1, 2025, medical cannabis will be legal in the state of Kentucky, with each city responsible for creating zoning regulations to make way for or not allow those types of businesses to operate.
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Vandals target Memorial Park in Independence
Independence is experiencing an increase in vandalism at its parks, particularly Memorial Park, and is taking steps to prevent future incidents, including increased police presence, installing anti-graffiti paint and adding new cameras.
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KY-16 to close Saturday morning for transport of massive cupola
The Downs of Nicholson development in Independence will receive a massive cupola this Saturday morning, requiring the closure of KY-16.
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Independence welcomes Just Love Coffee Cafe
Just Love Coffee Cafe is opening a new location in Independence, Kentucky on October 15, offering a menu of coffee drinks, artisanal waffles, wraps, omelets, and waffled sandwiches.
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Independence City Council
Nine candidates are running for six open seats on the Independence City Council, with recurring themes including development, public safety, and infrastructure. Most candidates emphasizing the importance of investment in public infrastructure.
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Meet Independence PD’s new K9 team
Independence has welcomed a new K9 team, Belgian Malinois Cairo and Officer Ben Bridges, who are currently undergoing training at Shallow Creek Kennels and are expected to be out on the street in November.
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‘Were you not listening?’ discussions over tax rates in Independence get heated
The Independence City Council voted not to increase their tax rates for the 2025 fiscal year, despite concerns about inflation and increased property values, in order to maintain the same level of services for residents.
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Fort Thomas marching band assistant arrested on child porn charges
Matthew Schnapp was arrested in Independence for possessing and distributing child porn. The Kenton County Police are seeking anyone who may have additional info to aid in the investigation.
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Could social worker help prevent ‘repeat calls’ in Independence?
Independence is considering adding a full-time police social worker to the force to handle calls involving domestic issues, drugs, and other issues that would be better handled with a service intervention.
