The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet will slow traffic on portions of Interstates 71/75 in Kenton County this week to accommodate overnight utility work. Starting Dec. 15, road crews will begin relocating transmission lines near the 12th Street, or KY 1120, interchange. To complete this work, KYTC will implement a series of rolling roadblocks from 11 p.m. […]
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Smokin’ This and That BBQ receives $5,300 grant from Fifth Third
Florence-based Smokin’ This and That BBQ received a $5,300 small business grant from Fifth Third Bank. The restaurant received the grant as part of Fifth Third’s third annual “Swap, Snap, Share” Small Business Appreciation Campaign, a social media-based program where bank employees nominate their favorite local small businesses for recognition. Smokin’ This and That BBQ […]
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Enzweiler announces workforce development award winners
The Enzweiler Building Institute recognized three organizations and individuals for their contributions to construction training and workforce development during its third annual awards event on Nov. 20. The Enzweiler Building Institute, operated by the Building Industry Association of Northern Kentucky, provides training for high school students and adults entering the trades. Brian Miller, executive vice […]
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Boone County Schools reject proposal for Bible study during class time
What you need to know The Boone County School Board rejected a proposal from a religious education organization seeking to remove students from the classroom for one hour a week for voluntary Bible study. Lifewise Academy, a Biblical-instruction organization based in Hilliard, Ohio, is attempting to expand into Northern Kentucky after the state’s General Assembly […]
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RelaDyne announces $2.1M Hebron expansion, adding 80 new jobs
Industrial fuel and lubricant distributor RelaDyne unveiled a multi-million-dollar expansion to its Hebron facility on Thursday. Gov. Andy Beshear announced that RelaDyne will invest $2.1 million into its Hebron facility, located at 3015 Kustom Drive near the Ohio River. According to a press release from the Governor’s office, the investment will create 80 jobs. The […]
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Taste Cellar & Pantry celebrates opening in Fort Thomas
Taste Cellar & Pantry recently celebrated its opening inside the vacant storefront that was previously occupied by the Fort Thomas Drug Center. Challis and Lauren Hodge hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony for Taste Cellar & Pantry, their latest business venture, with officials from the City of Fort Thomas on Dec. 5. The Hodges are well known […]
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Fort Wright becomes latest Kenton County city to tap redevelopment fund
What you need to know Fort Wright has now become the fourth city in Kenton County to collaborate with the county’s Community Redevelopment Fund. The Kenton County Community Redevelopment Fund provides financial support to cities within the county, enabling them to invest in real estate development projects that can spur economic growth. It is funded […]
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Union’s Farmstand Market & Cafe closes
Farmstand Market & Cafe has permanently closed after over eight years in business. Farmstand Market & Cafe, located at 9914 Old Union Rd., announced its closure in a post on its official Facebook account. Its last day in business was Dec. 6. “Saturday was our last day of lunch and dinner service,” read the post. […]
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First single-family homes break ground at Covington Central Riverfront
What you need to know A Covington-based developer will build the first single-family homes at the Covington Central Riverfront site. On Tuesday, the City of Covington and representatives from the Funke Real Estate Group broke ground on Block A of the CCR site, marking the beginning of the first homes planned for the sprawling project. […]
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LinkedUp Live aims to help single professionals over 40 build authentic connections
What you need to know Based on her experiences, Leslie Deshler found that as singles advance in their careers, it can be increasingly difficult to build meaningful romantic relationships. Deshler, a seasoned financial professional, told LINK nky that contemporary dating methods, such as dating apps, often hinder genuine connections. Furthermore, busy lifestyles make arranging meetings […]