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PRESENTS
THE SUNDAY EDITION
COVINGTON, KY * 13 MAY 2012
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MAYORAL CANDIDATES MAKE THEIR CASES
City Commissioners Sherry Carran and Steve Casper, who are battling each other to be Covington's next mayor, spoke to the Cincinnati Enquirer's Mike Rutledge:
Casper says voters should pick him because, “I try to be a visionary. I’ve already thrown out a couple ideas for consideration.”Snap? Check out the full article at the link that goes into detail about the changing dynamics expected on next year's city commission.
His ideas include musical, lighted fountains like a mini version of those at the Bellagio in Las Vegas.
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“My heart’s in the right place, and I believe I’m the only one who really understands you’re going to make Covington stronger by doing what’s best for Covington overall, as opposed to certain individuals,” she said.
Cincinnati Enquirer/Mike Rutledge
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INTERVIEWS WITH THE COMMISSION CANDIDATES
The River City News spoke with seven of the eight candidates running for Covington City Commission (one was not present at Thursday's candidates forum). One thing is clear in that they all support Mayor Scheper and the 10-point plan and seem to be unanimously optimistic about the Center City Action Plan. Each candidate offers insights into their experience as well and why they would make the best choice for office. Click the link below for the full report.
Mayor, Action Plan Popular With Commission Candidates
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DARA MCDOWELL DROPS OUT OF MAYOR'S RACE
For a first-time Covington candidate, Dara McDowell sure created a firestorm during her campaign's short life, which was aborted last week. The River City News spoke with McDowell, whose anti-gay comments triggered lengthy debates online, and in a change of heart the Monte Casino mother of eight seems poised to learn more about the gay community and its issues after admitting that she could not represent the entire city as mayor because of her views.
Dara McDowell Drops Out of Race for Mayor
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MORE LAYOFFS LIKELY AT COVINGTON CITY HALL
More layoffs are likely before the end of the fiscal year (June 30) at Covington City Hall and would affect non-union employees. Meanwhile, there is a proposal on the table for a modest across-the-board pay raises for non-union employees. Details on this developing story -- at the link.
More Layoffs Likely in Covington Before End of Fiscal Year
A PLAN TO REVITALIZE DOWNTOWN COVINGTON...
...NOW WHAT?
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BUSINESS LEADERS TAKE REINS ON NEW BRIDGE PROJECT; US SENATOR, NEIGHBORING CITIES SUPPORT COVINGTON'S DESIRED CHANGES
More developments arose last week involving the Brent Spence Bridge project. The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce and the Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber of Commerce joined forces in launching a new grassroots educational and fundraising campaign to pick up the pace on building a new bridge. They say their plan saves years and hundreds of millions of dollars for the project.
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MEANWHILE...
COVINGTON'S DEMAND THAT THE BRENT SPENCE PROJECT'S DESIGN BE RECONSIDERED TO INCLUDE BETTER ACCESS TO THE CITY HAVE REACHED THE HALLS OF WASHINGTON, DC:
Our city's desired changes to the Brent Spence Bridge project is now supported by Senator Rand Paul, two neighboring cities, and several local organizations. Details at the link.----------------------------------------------------------------
the week that was...
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SATURDAY
Report: tolls on the Brent Spence get mixed reaction; Covington school bus drivers honored; Who's going to prison this week from Kenton County?; Plus, Wheel of Fortune is in Kentucky this weekend looking for contestants. Click it.
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FRIDAY
A new coffeehouse opens in Latonia but admits that it is struggling to survive; Photos: A TV commercial shoot this morning in Mainstrasse; Plus, take a look at the new flyer style that will promote the Downtown Covington incentives package for small businesses. Those stories and more at the link!
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THURSDAY
Missing teen mom found alive in Covington; Plus, our city will be well represented at the historic preservation awards (see lots of photos from a couple winners); Those stories and more at the link! 
Check out what the school board discussed at its Thursday meeting; Plus - Kenton County brings in the third most tourism dollars in the state. Details, and more stories -- at the link.
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WEDNESDAY
A company departing Cincinnati that was courted by Covington is leaving our neighbor across the river, but not to come here; A Holmes basketball star earns a full ride to college; Plus, where is the best rest stop in Kentucky? Those stories and more at the link.
MAINSTRASSE'S GOOSE GIRL FOUNTAIN UPDATED WITH NEW LIGHTS
From Residents of Mainstrasse member Christina Cavallo:
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The mayoral candidates respond to an election issues survey and offer responses on wide-ranging issues from diversity to homelessness; Bonus coverage from last night's action plan presentation; Plus, UK's top recruit triggers an NCAA inquiry. More Covington News Than Any Other Source -- at the link!
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TUESDAY
In updated Covington Commission campaign finance report, the county coroner and a union give to one candidate; Plus, a new poll shows a majority in KY favors statewide smoking ban. Click it.
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MONDAY
Teen talks about killing his own cousin after a dice game near Latonia Terrace; It was a busy Monday of construction & roadwork all over town (photos); Plus, dog food is recalled after 14 people, yes people, get sick. Those stories and more at the link!
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The school district lands a 6-figure grant to help with its large homeless student population; Business leaders prepare a path forward for the Brent Spence; Plus, the sole survivor of the 2006 Comair crash speaks in a new film. Those stories and more at the link!----------------------------------------------------------------
the week that will be...
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NEW RIVER-BASED BUSINESS ORGANIZATION FORMS
From a press release:
The Central Ohio River Business Association (CORBA), an organization dedicated to promoting and growing commerce on and along the Ohio River, will hold its formal kick-off event Wednesday, May 16, from 4:30 p.m. to 7p.m. aboard the B&B Riverboat River Queen.|
CORBA is a newly-formed business association representing an alliance of businesses and industries engaged in river commerce on and along the Ohio River and her tributaries throughout the tri-state region of Kentucky, Ohio and Indiana.
“This is a social event, but it is also an important opportunity for us to introduce CORBA to the community,” said CORBA Chairman and co-founder Eric Thomas of Benchmark Rail and River Terminals in Cincinnati. “This is a chance for us to meet with other businesses, organizations, elected and appointed government officials and individuals who share a concern and interest in commerce on the Ohio River.”
CORBA is seeking business and industry members that are engaged in commerce from the Port of Huntington, W. Va., in southwestern Ohio/northeastern Kentucky to Madison, Ind., an area that covers nearly 200 miles of the Ohio River and includes all of Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky.
CORBA’s mission is to provide a forum for the exchange of interest, ideas and concern among its members and, when appropriate and necessary, support and advance members’ ideas and needs to businesses, government agencies, local governments and other stakeholders with an interest in Ohio River commerce.
“The mission of CORBA is to unite river businesses and industry into a common voice in order to promote commerce, safety and security, environmental stewardship and public relations concerning the Ohio River and its tributaries throughout the central Ohio River region,” Thomas said.
MAINSTRASSE'S GOOSE GIRL FOUNTAIN UPDATED WITH NEW LIGHTS
From Residents of Mainstrasse member Christina Cavallo:
MainStrasse residents take a moment this evening to visit the Goose Girl fountain. The MSVA and the City partnered to update this important local landmark. A skim coat was applied inside and out AND the lights were repaired inside the fountain. The glow of the lights highlight the upper basin and the Goose Girl herself looks radient due to a light at her feet. The MSVA paid for the new lights and the City installed them. Even in the rain it looked beautiful this morning.
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| Photo taken during Mardi Gras/The River City News |
NOTE: TODAY'S SCHEDULED FRANK DUVENECK MEMORIAL ART SHOW IN LICKING RIVERSIDE HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO THE RAINY WEATHER
Hopefully, the organizers can find solace in this terrific Cincinnati Enquirer article about Baker Hunt:
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Best of Northern Kentucky awards to be handed out Thursday Click Here
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Tom Ellis Golf Classic set for Saturday Click Here
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Bike Month will include route through Covington with event in the city as well Saturday Click Here
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POLICE MEMORIAL CEREMONY FRIDAY MORNING
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HEADLINES
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Homicide at Churchill Downs casts spotlight on track's backside WFPL
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Family of fallen teenage soldier from Kentucky turns heartache into support WKYT
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SEN. RAND PAUL (R-KY) ON THE PRESIDENT'S SUPPORT OF GAY MARRIAGE:
At the Iowa Faith & Freedom event, Paul mocked President Obama’s remark that his view on marriage was evolving. “Call me cynical, but I didn’t think his views on marriage could get any gayer,” he said.Des Moines Register
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SEE ALSO: A leaked internal memo indicates that the Republican Party will soon change its tune on gay marriage and will find a way to defend it from a conservative point of view Joe.My.God.
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HERE'S A NICE PIC OF A USUALLY UNATTRACTIVE PART OF COVINGTON: Click Here
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Former state legislator and son of former Governor convicted of murder cannot pay his attorney WKYT
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Bourbon makes a return to its birthplace of Maysville Courier-Journal
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The state of American infrastructure is not all bad The Atlantic Cities
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Governor Beshear awarded honorary degree WKYT
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In one week, the same farm felt the agony and ecstasy of horse racing Herald-Leader
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I'll Have Another won't be overlooked in Preakness Chicago Tribune
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Poker Tour expansion includes Northern Kentucky Business First
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UK Coach John Calipari has room for one more recruit Herald-Leader
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Outgoing UK star Doron Lamb offers advice to incoming recruit Nerlens Noel Kentucky Sports Radio
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More Kentucky elk bound for Missouri Courier-Journal
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HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY, COVINGTON!
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