THE RIVER CITY NEWS MORE COVINGTON NEWS THAN ANY OTHER SOURCE
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by Michael Monks
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SHOW SOME LOVE FOR WEST PIKE STREET BUSINESSES
After the successful Food Truck Invasion and the debate that followed (SEE: Food Fight: Shut The Truck Up), it was determined that similar foodie events should be organized for the "bricks-&-mortar" establishments. What started as an event for this coming Saturday to encourage people to spend some cash at Bred & Spice, a new bakery/cafe, has developed into a week-long effort to patronize three news businesses in that area. In addition to Bread & Spice, that includes Charley Maxwell's malt shop/lunch spot and the Pike Street Lounge:
Our new businesses on West Pike have a challenge - they are located on the far west edge of Downtown and the far east edge of Main Strasse Village.
Make West Pike a destination for lunch, coffee, cocktail hour, a trip to find great baked goods.
Check out the event on Facebook for more information by clicking here.
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WHAT HAPPENS NOW THAT GEOFF DAVIS HAS RESIGNED?
WKRC reporter Joe Webb went to find out:
Davis's resignation was effective yesterday. A Kentucky special election to replace him could be held as early as September 4, but past precedent leads the experts to speculate there will be two elections on November 6. Kenton County Clerk Gabrielle Summe says, "You could have the special at the same time you have the general. Which would mean the names of both candidates would appear twice on the ballot. There would be a section for the special election. Whoever won that would fill out the term to January 1."Full story: WKRC
That's presuming Massie and Adkins would be the names on the special election ballot, too. Adkins says that's not a given. "No, it's not. I think the parties have to, that would be a logical conclusion, but I think the parties would have to meet to nominate, and I would anticipate they would simplify it and make it that type of nomination circumstance."
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MEANTIME: Surprised allies react to Davis's sudden resignation cn|2
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SEE ALSO: Sens. McConnell & Paul team up for Thomas Massie fundraiser WBKO
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LOCAL AUTHOR RICK ROBINSON WEIGHS IN ON #VEEPSTAKES
Rick Robinson's latest column for the conservative website The Daily Caller explains "why Brian Williams and the left are afraid of Rob Portman":
But for some reason, silly season is starting early this cycle. It was kicked off last week with Brian Williams’ London interview of Mitt Romney. Sounding more like President Obama’s press secretary than an NBC reporter, Williams asked Romney if he is going to choose “an incredibly boring white guy” as his vice-presidential nominee.Full story: The Daily Caller
Showing humor he does not often display, Romney replied: “You told me you were not available.”
The initial coverage of the exchange focused on Williams’ biased question and Romney’s uncharacteristically witty retort. However, the coverage of Williams’ characterization of Romney’s short list of VP choices misses an important underlying point: The left is scared of the competence and experience of those on the list.
Case in point: Rob Portman.
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KENTUCKY INTRODUCES "TAMPER PROOF" DRIVER'S LICENSES
From a news release:
Kentucky in August begins a transition to a new driver’s license that, while similar in appearance to current licenses, contains security features for greater protection of privacy and resistance to tampering.
“The new licenses are the manifestation of Kentucky’s efforts to improve the level of service provided to our customers, in addition to securing a credential Kentuckians use each day,” Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) Department of Vehicle Regulation Commissioner Tom Zawacki said.
“It was already time to replace the cameras and computer equipment – most of it more than 10 years old – that our circuit court clerks use in issuing driver’s licenses,” Zawacki said. “That made it an ideal time to also make this transition to a new license.”
The new license has multiple layers of security features, all linked to each other, so counterfeiters must compromise multiple technologies – not just one.
The licenses’ new features include:• Digital watermark imperceptible to the human eye• Bank note-level fine line printing• Improved dual-side lamination for greater tamper resistance and durability• Hologram with single-color, ultraviolet “ghost” image
Kentucky last updated driver’s licenses in 2001, with the introduction of digital licenses. The new format offered improved security. Kentucky was the first state to put the driver’s image in the bar code on the back of the license. With the next stage of Kentucky’s driver’s license, those security measures will be tightened to provide even greater resistance to fraud.
Installation of new cameras and computer equipment will require a one-day suspension of driver’s license processing at each circuit court clerk’s office. Installations are scheduled to begin in August and be completed by October. The first installation of equipment will be in McLean County Aug. 7. The new licenses should be available there the next day.
Starting in the fall, new licenses will also feature veteran and organ donor designations.
Customers are not required to obtain new licenses until their current licenses expire. The process for obtaining or renewing a driver license will not change. The cost of $20 will also remain the same.
More information and answers to some frequently asked questions can be found on KYTC’s website: http://transportation.ky.gov/pages/digital-drivers-license.aspx.
MorphoTrust USA, which provides driver’s license issuance solutions for 41 states and the District of Columbia, is partnering with the state to implement the new work stations and camera systems, including new security features in the driver’s license.|
GOOD NEWS, BAD NEWS ABOUT KY'S HEALTH CARE FUTURE
A new study issued by the University of Kentucky’s Community Economic Development Initiative of Kentucky finds:
“Since the (U.S.) Supreme Court upheld the Affordable Care Act, there likely will be 400,000 Kentuckians that now have access to health care who did not before,” said Alison Davis, the initiative’s director and author of the study. “This report is timely, because it provides a comprehensive overview of the current access to health care across the commonwealth and projects where expected shortages might occur.”Read this: Kentucky Forward
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QUICKIES
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SAD: 1,194 workers will lose their jobs when Comair ceases operations Business Courier
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Attorney: KY death row inmate missing part of brain WBKO
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Group urges kids to be vaccinated for meningitis WKYT
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University of Louisville considers Chick fil A controversy over 84 WHAS
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KY has 3rd highest car insurance rates in nation WKYT
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KY sales tax is 16th highest in nation Business First
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Court documents: Mom tried to hide phones of ex-Ben-Gal cheerleader/teacher accused of sex with student WLWT
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RELATED: Attorney Eric Deters issues this release on the case Facebook
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Most Kentucky Democrats won't speak at Fancy Farm WFPL
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Fort Thomas brothers show off their political memorabilia Cincinnati Enquirer
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Dog may have stopped bear attack WKYT
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Dalai Lama to visit Louisville in May WBKO
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US digital infrastructure is also bad American City
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SPORTS: New offers rolling in for Holy Cross senior basketball player Cincinnati Enquirer
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IN CASE YOU MISSED...
PUBLIC WEIGHS IN ON PROPOSED CUTS TO COVINGTON POLICE, FIRE
What cuts are to come to the police and fire departments? What is the City Commission's position on de-annexing South Covington? Should the G in C+V=G stand for greatness? A full recap of last night's meeting on proposed cuts to public safety -- at the link.
Full story: The River City News |
DON'T MISS WEDNESDAY MORNING'S NEWS!
Man accused of kidnapping, sexual assault of teen in Mainstrasse expected to appear in court; The mother of a teen missing from Covington weighs in on new search in the RCN comments; Plus, Kentucky marks the beginning of "breastfeeding week". Those stories and more at the link.
DON'T MISS WEDNESDAY MORNING'S NEWS!
Man accused of kidnapping, sexual assault of teen in Mainstrasse expected to appear in court; The mother of a teen missing from Covington weighs in on new search in the RCN comments; Plus, Kentucky marks the beginning of "breastfeeding week". Those stories and more at the link.
The RC News: Wednesday Morning Round-Up |
URBAN VIBES, VIBRANCY RENEW HAMILTON'S DOWNTOWN
"Studios, lofts, coffee houses make new city." You know, whenever consultants come to town and present all these ideas and examples of other cities, I wonder why places like Hamilton, Ohio aren't included since it is far more comparable to Covington. Check out what's going on up there in the city between Cincinnati and Dayton:
Full story: Cincinnati Enquirer/Sheila McLaughlin
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SANITATION DISTRICT'S PUBLIC SERVICE PARK SHOWCASED ONLINE
So, this is happening:
KENTUCKY #SWAG
URBAN VIBES, VIBRANCY RENEW HAMILTON'S DOWNTOWN
"Studios, lofts, coffee houses make new city." You know, whenever consultants come to town and present all these ideas and examples of other cities, I wonder why places like Hamilton, Ohio aren't included since it is far more comparable to Covington. Check out what's going on up there in the city between Cincinnati and Dayton:
Dilapidated buildings, some 200 years old, are being transformed into swank loft apartments, new retail space, studios where artists can live and work, a ballet center and other uses. The city plans to spruce up its east entryway on High Street in a $10 million project.Small cities can be cool, too.
The local school district also is proof that change is happening in Hamilton. While other urban districts are losing students, 135 new students enrolled in Hamilton City Schools in the recent school year, Superintendent Janet Baker said.
The district has undergone a makeover of its own in recent years to stay in line with the city’s plans to attract economic development. Hamilton’s 11 schools have been rebuilt or renovated, also adding the latest in technology, to the tune of $250 million.
Full story: Cincinnati Enquirer/Sheila McLaughlin
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SANITATION DISTRICT'S PUBLIC SERVICE PARK SHOWCASED ONLINE
So, this is happening:
Caption: "A 7,000-gallon cistern made from reinforced concrete pipe collects runoff from the adjacent garage. A roof solar panel was intended to feed a pump for recirculating the stored water. The cistern water is used for demonstrations throughout the Stormwater Garden. The fountain in the Stormwater Garden is carved from Indiana limestone. Water recirculates via a small, self-contained pump and basin."
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Check out the full article: Landscape Online
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#NOM NOM NOM ALERT!
Graeter's revealed its new flavor today:
From Graeter's:
Our new Mystery Flavor is... Black Cherry Chocolate Chip!! All natural black cherry flavored ice cream loaded with black cherries and our signature dark chocolate chunks. Available at all Graeter's locations, while supplies last!|
KENTUCKY #SWAG
Don't you love that? Me too. Want to buy it? Click here
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Hat tip to those kick-ass Kentuckians at Kentucky for Kentucky
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