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“I’m happy to bring these rates to you. I think it’s good for our citizens.” linknky.com/news/2026/08...
Boone County cuts property tax rates as property values rise
Boone County lowered its real and personal property tax rates as total property assessments climbed 6.58% to about $25.8 billion.
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The new training center at 40 Depot Street will be part of the first phase of a larger Training Center designed to better educate current and future Fire and EMS personnel. linknky.com/news/2026/08...
Walton Fire Protection District to break ground on new training center
The Walton Fire Protection District will break ground Sept. 18 on a new Depot Street training center for Fire and EMS personnel.
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Though the rates would hold, they would bring in nearly $525,000 more property tax revenue compared with last year, based on the state’s assessment of property values in the district. linknky.com/news/2026/08...
Walton-Verona Independent School District plans to retain property tax rates
Walton-Verona Independent School District taxpayers will likely not see any changes to their property tax rates. Read more.
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Half of all cannabis dispensaries allowed by law have been officially opened in the state of Kentucky -- read more at the link in our bio.
Kentucky Rep. Stephanie Dietz, a Republican from Edgewood, was honored as a “Friend of Kentucky Cities” Tuesday night in Covington. linknky.com/news/2026/08...
KY Rep. Stephanie Dietz honored as 'Friend of Kentucky Cities'
Kentucky Rep. Stephanie, a Republican from Edgewood, was honored as a "Friend of Kentucky Cities" Tuesday night in Covington.
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"I’ve done my very best to serve the people of Campbell County with passion and purpose, and my only hope is that I have had some positive impact on the community.” linknky.com/news/2026/08...
Campbell County Commonwealth’s Attorney to step down
Zimmerman will leave the office in October to pursue a job opportunity in private practice after working in public service for 12 years.
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It's shaping up to be another great weekend in NKY! Get more on these events and more on our events calendar at the link in our bio.
“Reaching the halfway point is a watershed moment for Kentucky’s medical cannabis program.” linknky.com/news/2026/08...
Half of Kentucky’s licensed medical cannabis dispensaries now open
As of Aug. 14 the state has registered 24,332 active medical cannabis cardholders, a 12,032-patient increase from July 2025.
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“Protecting the voting rights of Kentuckians is vital as we strive to build democracy.” linknky.com/politics/202...
After lawsuit, Kentucky updates rule to match voter registration with out-of-state records
Kentucky adopted new voter roll verification rules, prompting KFTC to drop its federal lawsuit over voter registration removals.
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Michael “Spike” Jones, current Kenton County police chief and former Covington police chief, was voted in as Covington’s assistant city manager. linknky.com/news/2026/08...
Kenton County Police Chief Spike Jones voted in as new Covington assistant city manager
Michael "Spike" Jones was voted in as the Covington's assistant city manager Tuesday night. Read more about his background.
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The Covington Board of Commissioners voted to purchase ten new vehicles for the city’s Public Works Department Tuesday night. linknky.com/news/2026/08...
Covington Public Works to buy 10 new vehicles
The Covington Board of Commissioners voted to purchase ten new vehicles for the city's Public Works Department Tuesday night. Find out more.
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“This is the direct result of our entire team coming together, taking an honest look at our data and systems, identifying areas for improvement, and doing the difficult work necessary to move the district forward.” linknky.com/news/educati...
Meet your superintendent: Bellevue
Bellevue Superintendent Misty Middleton reflects on the district’s academic turnaround, major renovations and her plans for its future.
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Are you a Bellevue commercial property or small business owner looking to make improvements to your building? The Bellevue Boost Grant could help, and it's live now. Find out more and how to apply at the link in our bio.
The Merchants & Music Festival is BACK this September, and they just announced their lineup for this year. Read more at the link in our bio.
“She never saw a door she couldn’t open, and the doors she opened made and changed history.” linknky.com/culture/2026...
Tennessee’s Dolly Parton dies at 80 after a life of music and giving
Country music icon Dolly Parton has died at 80, leaving a legacy of hit songs, philanthropy, Dollywood and Tennessee pride.
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The development will include a 14,000-square-foot, one-story restaurant; a 15,368-square-foot, two-story office building; a 109,000-square-foot, three-story hotel; and a 152,000-square-foot, seven-story hotel. linknky.com/news/2026/08...
Athena Hospitality proposes $100M mixed-use hotel development in Florence
Athena Hospitality Group is proposing a $100 million Florence development with two hotels, a restaurant and a new corporate headquarters.
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Worth just over $6 million, the new 10-year contract includes mobile license plate reader devices for squad cars, a new police drone, tasers, new AI-integrated tech, and other equipment for the department. linknky.com/news/2026/08...
No vote on Covington Axon contract, city to host public forum
A $6 million, 10-year contract with Axon Enterprises stalled in Covington this week. The city plans to host a public forum on the matter.
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“Dolly Parton was an American icon who brought people together and spread joy.” linknky.com/news/2026/08...
Governor orders flags to half staff in honor of Dolly Parton
Gov. Andy Beshear has ordered American flags in the commonwealth to be lowered to half staff in honor of Dolly Parton.
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“When people from here experience another culture deeply, it changes how they see the world. And that always comes back home with them.” linknky.com/business/202...
From Northern Kentucky to Morocco: How one woman is building bridges through travel
Edgewood's Nancy Yee connects Northern Kentucky travelers with Morocco through authentic, responsible tourism experiences.
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BE NKY Growth Partnership, Northern Kentucky’s regional economic development authority, has appointed a new chief economic development officer. linknky.com/news/2026/08...
BE NKY names new chief economic development officer
BE NKY Growth Partnership has promoted Kimberly Rossetti to chief economic development officer. Read more here.
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West Sixth Brewing's Covington location will be closing for good Saturday, August 29. Read more at the link in our bio.
The concept plan called for two buildings with a total of 17 housing units. linknky.com/news/2026/08...
Crescent Springs Council reviews Ireland Avenue apartment development
The plan now calls for residents to access the apartment units from Ireland Avenue rather than Harris Street.
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Iconic Cincinnati event venue The Phoenix to reopen -- Please welcome our new videographer intern, Cole Hoskins to the team! Be on the lookout for his videos over the next few months.
Established earlier this month by the Bellevue City Council and mayor, the Boost Bellevue Grant is designed to help local business owners and commercial property owners make improvements to their buildings inside and out. linknky.com/news/2026/08...
New grant open to Bellevue businesses, commercial property owners
The grant is designed to help local business owners and commercial property owners make improvements to their buildings inside and out.
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Grab your pup, bring the family and enjoy an evening of games, contests, agility fun, a photo booth, local vendors, food, drinks, raffle prizes and more. linknky.com/culture/2026...
Celebrate National Dog Day Wednesday at Alexandria Community Park
Celebrate National Dog Day at the Alexandria Community Park, 3965 Alexandria Drive, on Aug. 26 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
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Over June and July of 2025, the cabinet listed 161 road projects that companies were bidding on. Over June and July of this year, the cabinet listed 16 projects. linknky.com/news/2026/08...
Kentucky’s road projects down by more than 50% this summer
Kentucky road projects dropped sharply this summer as transportation officials face road fund shortfalls and rising construction costs.
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This year, the festival is expanding to an all-day event throughout the city. linknky.com/culture/2026...
Fort Thomas Merchants & Music Festival announces 2026 lineup
The festival is Sept. 19 at Tower Park, 900 S Ft Thomas Ave. This year the festival is expanding to an all-day event throughout the city.
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The proposed rates would bring in 4% more property tax revenue compared with last year, based on the state’s assessment of property values in the district. linknky.com/news/educati...
Boone County Schools proposes lower property taxes, more revenue
Boone County School District plans to lower property tax rates even as the district plans to generate more local revenue.
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West Sixth Brewing is closing its Covington location after less than two years in business. linknky.com/business/202...
