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Friday, March 16, 2012

NEWS ROUND-UP -- FRIDAY AFTERNOON 16 MAR

by Michael Monks 
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THE RIVER CITY NEWS MORE COVINGTON NEWS THAN ANY OTHER SOURCE
TWO COVINGTON CONDO COMMUNITIES AMONG TOP 3 IN CINCINNATI
The Cincinnati Business Courier ranked today the most expensive condominium communities in Greater Cincinnati. The Ascent topped the list while Domaine de la Rive placed third based on the highest-priced units moved in each development: 
The Ascent at Roebling’s Bridge in Covington, Ky. maintained its No. 1 spot, but was joined by last year’s No. 2 development, SouthShore Condominiums in Newport. Both had units that sold for $5.45 million each.
(snip)Domaine de la Rive, another Covington condo development, placed third with its most expensive unit going for $3.5 million. 
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COVINGTON PROJECTS WOULD BE FUNDED BY HOUSE BILL
The Kentucky State House of Representatives approved today a $3.5 billion roads bill that would fund several Covington projects, including the replacements of the 11th & 15th Street bridges as well as adding sidewalks to another street and removing a traffic signal from a busy intersection. Click the link for all the details and what stands to be funded should the state senate approve the bill. 
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SEE ALSO: State senate expected to make changes to roads bill Herald-Leader
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FRANKFORT HEADLINES
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Neighborhood schools bill passes senate committee WFPL 
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Courier-Journal: Not passing bullying bill was a "shameful vote" Courier-Journal 
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RELATED: A Cincinnati-based gay organization and a Cincinnati film production company produced a video about the dangers of bullying that has now been picked up by The Huffington Post 

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Kentucky Public Health immunization program honored by Center for Disease Control Press Release 
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Kentucky teacher nominations sought WBKO 

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Kentucky Human Rights Commission offers fair housing training Press Release 
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Governor unveils Medal of Honor plaque WKYT 
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New Head of Kentucky Division of Abandoned Mine Lands Named Press Release 
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Governor Beshear's plane ride to the SEC Tournament will be paid for by Democratic Party Herald-Leader 
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No Election year worries for sitting House Dems cn|2 
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THE RIVER CITY NEWS MORE COVINGTON NEWS THAN ANY OTHER SOURCE
NEW COVINGTON MEN'S CONSIGNMENT SHOP HAS UNIQUE PROMOTION
Check out flow - a shop for men's weekend promotion: 
The Event: M&M's vs. Peanut Butter M&M's
The Place: flow - a shop for men (Covington) & Revolve (Charlotte)
The Time: This Friday & Saturday
Help us settle the debate once and for all! Stop in to flow this Friday and Saturday to vote for your favorite between these two delicious colorful candies. Free samples will be provided. Votes must be cast at the shop. May the best M&M win! 
flow is at 621 Scott Boulevard. 

SEE ALSO: flow owner Jerod Theobald's column in Cincinnati Profile 

QUICKIES 

Nick & George Clooney arrested in front of Sudanese Embassy in Washington, DC Cincinnati Enquirer 
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Ft. Campbell soldier charged in wife's death Local 12
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Murray State student's fall from fine arts building ruled a suicide Courier-Journal 

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CVG improves monthly on-time flights rate Business First 

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Cincinnati (still) ranks #1 for bedbugs FOX 19 
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New Mio's pizza place opening in Fort Thomas NKY Spot 

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Kentucky radio host sued for slander by Louisville police officer Courier-Journal 
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Gary Burbank (briefly) returning to radio on WNKU Cincinnati Enquirer 
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REP. GEOFF DAVIS'S SIGNATURE LEGISLATION CAUSES TIFF IN MAGAZINE
The Economist wrote a piece on Geoff Davis's REINS Act: 
Finally, one bad idea is the REINS bill. Passed by the House, it would involve Congress more heavily in rule-making. If there is a body worse than the executive agencies at this kind of thing, it is Congress. 
The Economist 
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That promoted the Congressman from Kentucky's 4th District to write a letter to the editor of The Economist:  
The bill’s acronym as a metaphor for the reins on a horse is fitting. The purpose of reins is not to keep a horse at a standstill, but to keep it in check; to ensure that it acts according to the intent and will of the rider. The REINS Act ensures that the people’s representatives are accountable for the laws they pass as well as the major regulatory costs that may follow. 

SPEAKING OF HORSES... Rest in peace Fortunate Prospect Courier-Journal 

TORNADO RECOVERY:
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FEMA sets up location in Piner Cincinnati Enquirer 
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Contractors must register with Kenton County NKY Spot 

Fuel drive to help victims Cincinnati Enquirer 

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in case you missed...
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THURSDAY EVENING'S NEWS
More must-see photos from Thursday's storm in Covington sent in by readers; The management consulting firm begins its review work with the Covington Fire Department; Plus, will the new can't-look-away ads from the CDC get smokers to stop? (video). Those stories and more at the link. 
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Photos: UK's win over Western Kentucky Herald-Leader 
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Kentucky was on track for 35 minutes Herald-Leader 
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Terrance Jones joins 1,000 point club Herald-Leader 
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DID YOU MISS THE TERRIFIC PREVIEW OF "COVINGTON VOICES"?
The River City News gave you a sneak peak of this wonderful exhibit here. 
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Check out more about it from the creators: Art By Covington's Future 
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GET A NEW (RECYCLED) DOG ON SAINT PATTY'S DAY!
These are the doggies scheduled to be at our adoption event at the Milford PetSmart this Saturday, March 17th. The event is from 2-5pm.To read more about any of our adoptable doggies, please go to www.recycleddoggies.petfinder.com 



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