Government briefs: News from Edgewood, Florence, Covington, Boone County, Campbell County
EDGEWOOD Edgewood Council member Dr. Scott Spille started a conversation during the regular council meeting this week about traffic on…
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Covington’s 2025 Small Business Program analysis shows climate of success for startups
The City of Covington’s Economic Development Department has released its 2025 Small Business Program Analysis, revealing what local, national, and…
Former State Senator John Schickel has filed to run for Boone County Commissioner
Former State Senator John Schickel, flanked by Campaign Chairmen Joe Meiman (Union) and Treasurer Keith Cahill (Burlington), filed to seek…
Kenton County adds new ‘Big Blue Bin’ cardboard recycling location in Covington
Kenton County has added a new Big Blue Bin in the parking lot at 741-743 Dalton Street, giving Covington residents…
City of Covington earns perfect score on 2025 Municipal Equality Index for fourth consecutive year
The City of Covington announced that, for the fourth year in a row, it has earned a perfect score of…
Secretary of State reports voter registrations increased by more than 7,000 in October
The Kentucky Secretary of State has announced that 7,099 new Kentucky voters registered in October, suggesting growing interest in the…
Rep. Thomas Massie updates Kenton Mayors’ Group about Congress, answers questions
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter U.S. Congressional Representative Thomas Massie paid a visit to the Kenton County Mayors’ Group…
Government briefs: News from Park Hills, Ft. Mitchell, Florence, Taylor Mill
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter PARK HILLS At the beginning of the regular Park Hills council meeting, Mayor Kathy…
Full SNAP benefits processed and should be loaded onto cards now as shutdown ended
Gov. Andy Beshear announced that eligible Kentuckians should see benefits loaded on their cards. The Commonwealth was one of the…
After years of service to Edgewood and Erlanger, Kim Wolking retires
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter A familiar face in Edgewood and Erlanger won’t be seen as much in the…
Governor updates on SNAP benefits as federal funding is promised as government opens
During his weekly press conference Thursday, Gov. Andy Beshear provided an update on SNAP benefits. Due to the federal government…
TANK to host annual stuff the bus event to support families in need
Staff report TANK will again host its annual Stuff the Bus event to support needy families in the holiday season….
Florence launches new Transparency Center providing improved access to city information
The City of Florence on Wednesday announced it has launched a new online Transparency Center powered by ClearGov, a provider…
Emerging Leaders in Public Safety honors three public safety servants at annual event
During its second annual Emerging Leaders in Public Safety Training Conference last week, Emerging Leaders in Public Safety (ELPS) offered…
Newport to kick off the holiday season with Winter Nights & River Lights on the Purple People Bridge
The City of Newport will celebrate the start of the holiday season with the official kickoff of Winter Nights &…
Government briefs: Covington, Independence, Boone County, Erlanger, Fort Wright, Newport, Campbell County
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter COVINGTON Covington Police Chief Justin Wietholter read a report at the Covington special meeting…
Fort Wright lowers property tax rates again ‘without compromising its financial health’
The City of Fort Wright announced another significant reduction in property tax rates — continuing City Council’s commitment to fiscal…
Kentucky opens formal candidate filing period for 2026 elections; ends January 9
By McKenna Horsley Kentucky Lantern Candidates vying for Kentucky offices in 2026 — including open U.S. Senate and U.S. House…
KY League of Cities to host informational session on Covington’s local government transition
The Kentucky League of Cities (KLC), in partnership with the City of Covington, will host an informational session on Monday,…
Governor moves to block access to addictive form of kratom; 7-OH added to narcotic list
Gov. Andy Beshear has announced that his administration is taking action to prevent the sale and distribution of a dangerous…
Kenton County Sheriff Charles Korzenborn elected officer of Kentucky Sheriffs’ Association
The Kentucky Sheriffs’ Association has elected Kenton County Sheriff Charles Korzenborn secretary/treasurer of the association at its annual conference, attended…
City of Covington seeks developers for two prime central Riverfront blocks
The City of Covington has released two Requests for Proposals (RFPs) seeking qualified developers for prime parcels within the Covington…