Government briefs: Roundup of news from Covington, Elsmere, Campbell County, Erlanger
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter COVINGTON Covington Commissioners got an update on the plans for the Duro property by…
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Campbell County’s Carl Biery gets national First Responder recognition for his 55 years of service
Judge/Executive Steve Pendery and Commissioners Brian Painter, Tom Lampe, and Geoff Besecker presented Carl Biery with the Campbell County Citation…
Covington parking administrator found a home for Clive, helped modernize city infrastructure
By David Rotenstein NKyTribune reporter Kyle Snyder wears many hats as Covington’s parking guru. “I’m the executive director of Covington’s…
In Davos, Gov. Andy Beshear calls Trump’s push on Greenland is not ‘who we are’
By McKenna Horsley Kentucky Lantern Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear unabashedly showed how his style of governance differs from Republican President…
Covington to buy historic eight-acre industrial site, former home of Duro Bag, plans to come
By David Rotenstein NKyTribune reporter The City of Covington announced plans to buy an eight-acre industrial site at 1301 Madison…
Governor’s 2026 recommended highway plan delivers six-year outlook of transportation investments
Gov. Andy Beshear and state transportation officials released the 2026 Recommended Highway Plan, featuring more than 1,350 projects to build…
Edgewood’s 26th annual Murder Mystery Dinner event set for March 14 at Liberty Hall
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter There is an annual treat in store for anyone who likes a good murder…
Government briefs: Happenings in Park Hills, Ft. Mitchell, Taylor Mill, Lakeside Park, Newport, Boone County
By Tricia Scheyer NKyTribune reporter PARK HILLS Amanda Peters, from the Kenton County Law Enforcement Navigator Program, came to the…
Beshear, delegation to attend World Economic Forum in Switzerland to tout state investment
Gov. Andy Beshear announced that he and a delegation from Team Kentucky will travel to Europe next week for a…
Gov. Beshear announces 5 new tourism development projects, $118 million invested in 2025
Building on the New Kentucky Home initiative, Gov. Andy Beshear announced five new tourism development projects in 2025, generating an…
Kenton County to say goodbye to two long-time public servants — Jon Draud and Joe Nienaber
Kenton County is preparing to say goodbye to two dedicated public servants as Commissioners Jon Draud and Joe Nienaber have…
Florence City Council discussed roads, new hotel paint job at first meeting of ’26
By David S. Rotenstein NKyTribune reporter The Florence City Council started 2026 with a light agenda and some empty seats…
Political notes: For ’26 election — Steve Pendery, Bill Wells, Steven Doan
(Editor’s note: This is part of an occasional roundup of filings of candidates in the May primary. Filings have closed….
KYTC to perform concrete repairs on two bridge overpassses on I-275 today
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet advises motorists of daytime traffic impacts on Interstate 275 in Kenton County beginning today. The KYTC…
Government briefs: Roundup of news from Independence, Edgewood, Erlanger, Ft. Wright, Campbell County
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter INDEPENDENCE Mayor Christopher Reinersman explained to council this week how he came to the…
KYSTATS latest report shows state unemployment rate remained steady, stands at 4.7 percent
Kentucky’s seasonally adjusted November 2025 unemployment rate was 4.7%, according to the Kentucky Center for Statistics (KYSTATS) latest report. The…
Jon Draud likes ‘helping people’ and proved it throughout his long career; at 87, he isn’t seeking re-election
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Kenton County Commissioner Jon Draud will not seek re-election for commissioner in November’s election….
Fourth Street bridge between Covington, Newport to close January 12; detour to use Girl Scout Bridge
The contractor for the KY 8 — Fourth Street — Licking River Bridge Replacement Project will close the bridge to…
General Assembly opens first day with short sessions, establishing membership and rules
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Tuesday marked the first day of the 2026 General Assembly and both the House and…
City of Covington engages local tech company Proximity to implement new parking upgrades
The Covington Motor Vehicle Parking Authority has partnered with Proximity, a Covington-based tech company, to further improve downtown parking operations…
State lawmakers return to Frankfort for General Assembly regular session Tuesday
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today State lawmakers return to Frankfort on Tuesday for the first day of the 2026 Regular…
Campbell fire/rescue reports 3,279 runs in 2025
Campbell Fire/Rescue responded to 3,279 total calls in 2025, including fire responses from three stations and more than 3,000 combined…