By Eric Inda What makes Florence uniquely Florence? One of the many various features that Florence, Kentucky has to offer should be a vibrant flag which can truly represent the second largest city in Northern Kentucky, yet that is currently not the case, that statement deserves change. Currently, the flag of Florence is a low-effort […]
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Opinion: 5 ways your generosity is a powerful investment in community
For many, the holiday season is a time of gratitude and giving. Beyond the feel-good factor, donating to charitable nonprofits is a powerful investment in your community. Here are five ways your contributions generate lasting change during the holidays and throughout the year. Help Build a Stronger Local Economy Nonprofits aren’t just charitable organizations—they’re economic […]
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Campbell County among 12 drawn for post-election inquiry
Republican Attorney General Russell Coleman on Wednesday randomly drew 12 Kentucky counties, including Campbell, for a post-election inquiry. The Attorney General’s Election Fraud Hotline received more than 700 calls during the 2024 election for possible election law violations. Nearly 350 of those calls were made on Election Day. Coleman said about 150 of the Election […]
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Kentucky among 3 states where voters blunted ‘school choice’ momentum
Voters in Colorado and Nebraska joined Kentuckians in putting the brakes on the school choice movement last week, rejecting ballot measures that would have instituted or expanded state support for parents to send their kids to private schools or protected other school choice options. There are at least 75 private school choice programs available across […]
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What would medical cannabis operations look in Florence, Union?
Boone County, Kentucky has proposed zoning regulations for medical cannabis businesses, which will officially be legal for sale and consumption in January 2025, and the cities of Florence and Union are finalizing their own regulations before the deadline.
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NKY by the numbers: Voter turnout
Kentucky’s 2024 general election saw a turnout rate of 58.8%, slightly lower than the 60.3% rate of the 2020 presidential election, with early voting numbers also increasing.
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No Kentucky city or county votes to ban medical marijuana businesses in their borders
No counties or cities in Kentucky opted out of allowing medical marijuana businesses to operate in their borders after dozens had the chance to do so Tuesday. The legislature legalized medical marijuana in 2023 and licensing is underway for a 2025 program launch, but 106 jurisdictions (53 counties and 53 cities) let local voters decide […]
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World Market’s new NKY location is second in Cincinnati area
World Market has opened its second store in the Greater Cincinnati area, located in the Crestview Hills Town Center, offering a unique shopping experience with furniture, home decor, gifts, candy, and international food items.
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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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The deadline to register to vote is today
The deadline to register to vote in the upcoming general election on November 5 is October 7 at 4 p.m., either electronically or by mail, and voters can register at vrsws.sos.ky.gov/ovrweb or download a paper registration application and mail it to their county clerk.