SATURDAY MAGAZINE

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  26 NOVEMBER 2012
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TODAY IS SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY
So that means that you should do today what you should be doing everyday: patronizing small businesses in our communities. (Though I do find it odd that "Small Business Saturday" is a registered trademark of American Express. Remember, small merchants prefer cash!)
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NEW SHOP FOR MEN TAKES ON BIG BOYS, OPENS ON BLACK FRIDAY

While Mall Road or Kenwood Avenue are obvious local destinations for Black Friday shopping thrill-seekers, Covington's Scott Boulevard may sooner-than-later join their ranks. On the busiest shopping day of the year, Flow, A Shop For Men boldly opened at 621 Scott Boulevard, an area in need of new retail. "I would like to rebrand Scott Boulevard as 'The Boulevard', with an eclectic mix of shops you can't find anywhere else," said owner Jerod Theobald, 29. "If I can get the ball rolling, creating some momentum, then I'll be happy."

Flow is combination high-end, hand-picked consignment and new pieces by independent designers. The location is in an old brewery building next to D'Amico's Tailor Shop, a longtime Covington staple. Theobald traveled to Chicago, New York City, and Nashville to stock his consignment shelves. The new items come from designers on both coasts, the Midwest, and Canada. "These are unique pieces you won't see at Macy's or Nordstrom," Theobald said. 

Jerod Theobald, Owner of Flow, a Shop for Men

Not only is Theobald bold enough to open during the worst economy in generations, but Flow also faces a Downtown Covington retail environment that is sparse. Its corner location on Scott sits directly across from the Mad Hatter music venue which will close Sunday night. The only lights shining in the neighborhood after sunset come from the Lee's Chicken. And now, from Flow. "I know it's cliche to say 'one block at a time'," Theobald said, "but I will focus on this block and how I can make it better." A growing library with a large construction project underway and the expansion plans for neighboring Gateway College are both indicators that Flow has opened in a neighborhood ripe for development. 
Hours: Tues - Sat 11:00AM - 7:00 PM, Sun 12:00PM - 6:00PM, Mon CLOSED. Prices for resale items range from $14 - $35 and new item prices range from $30 - $80.
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MORE DOWNTOWN COVINGTON 
SHOPS IN HOLIDAY SPIRIT
Following the lead of Sims Furniture and its spectacular holiday window display, more Downtown Covington merchants have turned on their Christmas lights.
HAVE YOU SEEN THE SIMS DISPLAY? WOW. CLICK HERE. 

Egelston-Maynard Sports

Republic Bank

Donna Salyers Fabulous Bridal

Motch Jewlers

Tienda de Abarrotes Tapia's

Affordable Wedding Creations

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in the news...

HOLY CROSS ADVANCES TO STATE  
    CHAMPIONSHIP GAME
The Indians will represent Covington in Bowling Green for the state title after routing Somerset 48 - 14 Friday night in Newport. Next up: undefeated Glasgow. 
Photos & Story: Cincinnati Enquirer
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LOUISVILLE BUSINESS BOYCOTTS BLACK FRIDAY
A guy who ran for Mayor of Kentucky's largest city last year kept his bike shop closed on Black Friday. Instead, he chose to recognize "Buy Nothing Day":

The annual event is an international day of protest against purchasing items on Black Friday, which marks the beginning of Christmas shopping season. Social justice activists supporting the demonstration have gained more attention this year due in part to the Occupy Wall Street movement.

WFPL
SEE ALSO: Wall Street's recession cost way more than any security costs for the Occupy movement, so... yeah. Think Progress
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LATONIA CHURCH GATHERS FOR SICK GIRL
A 7-year old girl is battling cancer so the local community is rallying around her family.
Cincinnati Enquirer
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LOCALLY OWNED BUSINESS READY FOR SMALL BIZ SATURDAY
Shop Local. Shop Local. Shop Local. Shop Local. Shop Local. Shop Local. Shop Local. Shop Local. Shop Local. Shop Local.
FOX 19
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IS THIS THE YEAR KENTUCKY FINALLY BEATS TENNESSEE IN FOOTBALL?
It has not happened since 1984. So, if you're a UK fan you can probably relate to the animosity this Alabama fan feels for the Vols:

"They lowdown, they dirty, they some snitches..."
LOL. The game is today at 12:21. Go Cats!
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NATION TO BRING IN REVENUE BY OFFERING OFFICIAL UNITED STATES OF AMERICA FRANCHISE OPPORTUNITIES
LOL.

Banking on the popularity of its original location, the country hopes to make millions by partnering with franchisees around the world, to whom it would license the trademarked United States brand name as well as the nation's flag, motto, preserved landmarks, college sports programs, movie studios, and bicameral legislature."Now, anyone interested in starting a new nation can open an official United States," said Sen. Patty Murray (D-WA), co-chair of the Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction. "America already has a brand everyone knows and responds to. Now the time has come for us to grow that asset and monetize it."

The Onion

NEWS ROUND-UP -- FRIDAY MORNING

by Michael Monks 

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RETREAT, DISCIPLINARY HEARING PART OF NEXT WEEK AT CITY HALL

A busy week for the Mayor & Commission:

• Monday at 3:00PM: Disciplinary hearing for Steve Sweeney of the Covington Police Department. The hearing will focus on Sweeney's role in a traffic stop involving his brother. Sweeney is represented by Covington attorney Bob Sanders.
• Tuesday at 4:30PM the Commissioner hold their special meeting followed by the public legislative meeting at 6:00PM.
• On Wednesday, a groundbreaking ceremony at the 900 block of Banklick followed by a 10:00AM open house inside the Housing Options of Northern Kentucky on E 18th ST.
• The Mayor & Commissioners hold their retreat/dinner on Wednesday evening at 6:30PM inside the Radisson Riverfront near Mainstrasse. The following morning at 8:30AM, the commission holds its special caucus meeting at the Radisson.

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VISITATION DETAILS FOR MARY MIDDLETON

Visitation for Mary Middleton, the 83-year old wife of former Kenton County Judge-Executive Clyde Middleton & community activist who was killed this week by a sanitation truck, will be Monday at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, Crestview Hills from 3:00-7:00PM. Service is at 7:00PM with a reception to follow. Memorials to Clyde and Mary Middleton Fund of the Greater Cincinnati Foundation 200 West Fourth Street Cincinnati,Ohio 45202.

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BLACK FRIDAY IS A MADHOUSE OUT THERE

Reports from Twitter and Facebook show that customers did in fact respond to the earlier-than-ever opening times for local big box chain stores. Slide show at the link.

Cincinnati Enquirer 

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SEE ALSO: Shopper pepper sprays other customers to preserve spot in line Cincinnati Enquirer

SEE ALSO: Black & Blue Friday: Violent Moments in Holiday Shopping Mental Floss

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OCCUPY WALL STREET OR OCCUPY BEST BUY? AMERICA'S CONNUNDRUM

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ORGANIZATION THAT HELPS POOR IN AFRICA, NOW SETS EYES ON KENTUCKY

That's how freaking third world this ridiculous state is:

“Right now in the United States, our system is very efficient for processing cash crops like corn and soybeans,” she said. “But it’s not very good at providing that nutritious produce to people who really need it at a cost they can afford.”

WFPL
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FEED 15 WOMEN & KIDS THIS BLACK FRIDAY
All you have to do is donate $10 to The Welcome House by texting HOMELESS to 85944 and the Pike Street social service agency will be able to feed fifteen women & kids. Call 859.431.8717 or visit www.welcomehouseky.org.
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IS THERE A TRUCE IN THE LOCAL PIE WARS?
With Thanksgiving over, Frisch's Big Boy and Busken Bakery have toned down their harsh rhetoric over who has the better pumpkin pie. The latest:

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NCAA RUINS EVEN MORE KIDS' DREAMS

All these kids wanted to do was play at Rupp Arena once!

Maysville Ledger-Independent

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KFC UNVEILS NEW FAMILY-SIZED NUGGET.

LOL.

The Onion

THANKSGIVING NEWS ROUND-UP

by Michael Monks 

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ANOTHER OLD FASHIONED HOLIDAY WINDOW DISPLAY

Many who have seen Sims Furniture's window display on Madison Avenue have compared it to the old tradition at the former Shillito's in Downtown Cincinnati. Well, those old windows now have a display of their own, though on a smaller scale.

FOX 19

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CONNECTING GOV. BESHEAR'S POLITICAL DOTS WITH COAL

If you were hoping that in his second term that Governor Steve Beshear would be less hospitable to the coal industry, you are headed for a heartache:

Readers might recall that about a year ago, we editorialized about a strip-mining operation near Elkhorn City that the Beshear administration allowed, despite evidence that it would degrade already polluted tributaries of the Russell Fork and that its water-pollution permit was invalid.
An administrative law judge ordered a temporary halt to the mining while the legal questions were sorted out, but Energy and Environment Secretary Len Peters quickly overturned the judge's ruling and allowed the contested mining to resume.

And now some winners in that issue are co-chairing Beshear's second inauguration.

Herald-Leader 

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MEANWHILE... WHAT IS THE STATE LEGISLATURE CONSIDERING?

Whether to allow elephant rides at circuses.

NKY Spot

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PRESIDENT GIVES THANKS TO TROOPS

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NKU WOMEN'S BASKETBALL CELEBRATES HOLIDAY IN THE SUN

In Hawaii, to be exact.

NKU Norse

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ENQUIRER TURKEY ILLUSTRATION TRADITION CONTINUES

See whom the winners are at the link. Some really great entries.

Cincinnati Enquirer

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OCCUPY... BEST BUY?

Big box retailers never miss a beat and this time they capitalize on a political movement by... promoting a movement of their own: #OccupyBestBuy. And unfortunately, it seems to be working:

Remember, avoid these large scale promotions and keep your dollars local. #ShopLocal #ShopCovington

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AS GOD AS MY WITNESS, I THOUGHT TURKEYS COULD FLY

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EVERYTHING IS A BROADWAY MUSICAL

Yes, even Rocky Balboa. Sly won't jump in the ring as star, but he is producing.

Mother Jones

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THIS HAS BEEN A BUSY WEEK AT THE RIVER CITY NEWS

Catch up on what you might have missed:

NEWS ROUND-UP -- WEDNESDAY EVENING

by Michael Monks 

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SUSPECT IN COVINGTON DISMEMBERMENT CASE IN FIGHT AT KENTON JAIL

The man accused of murdering and dismembering a Covington man was supposed to be kept away from another jail inmate, but by mistake, the two were allowed to cross paths. A fight ensued, injuring a corrections officer. Video of the fight and why one suspect involved now faces up to 20 additional years in prison.

Local 12

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INSIGHT CABLE TROUBLE CONTINUES IN KENTUCKY

Northern Kentucky's cable provider is in quite the standoff with the City of Louisville, which is threatening not to renew its contract with Insight. 

Throughout negotiations, the city had sought several promises from Insight. One was that basic cable would continue at the same price. Another stipulated that Metro TV would be a part of the basic package. But other guarantees couldn’t be secured.“We wanted to make sure that the services that are provided today, which include cable that’s donated to all local schools, to government buildings, mini-boxes that are donated to the elderly and disabled people, continue under the new agreement and we have not been able to get that agreement yet with Insight,” said mayor’s spokesman Chris Poynter last week.

Read more at WFPL.

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Insight also faces trouble locally as it and Star 64's  parent company, Sinclair Broadcasting, struggle to reach an agreement for continued carriage. Northern Kentucky viewers could lose Star 64 at the end of 2011. Read The River City News earlier report on the Star 64 vs. Insight issue here: 

The RC News: NKY Could Lose Star 64

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NEARBY TOWN AVOIDS FIREFIGHTER LAYOFFS

Springfield Township administrator and the firefighters' union were able to reach an agreement on concessions:

...an agreement was reached this morning on a new deal running through 2014. The agreement calls for pay freeze during the span of the contract as well as concessions on overtime and insurance.

The move saves 6 jobs.
Local 12
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LOCALLY PRODUCED FISH? IN CINCINNATI? POSSIBLY.
Don't worry -- they would not be from the Ohio River:

Based in Mason, Ohio, SSE started an aquaponic tank in Jos, Nigeria and is now bringing the prototype to Cincinnati. The aquaponics system works by combining fish farming techniques with hydroponics to create a faux river ecosystem.

Though:

The more fish that are added to the confined habitat increases the likelihood of high nitrate and ammonia levels – which could cause illness among people consuming the fish.

UrbanCincy

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NKY CHAMBER ENCOURAGES LOCAL SHOPPING THIS HOLIDAY SEASON

The local business ambassadors list four reasons on why shopping local is important:

1. Employment. Shopping local keeps our residents employed.  These folks are your neighbors, relatives and friends. Your purchases contribute to state sales taxes and support property, school and payroll taxes that pay for important public services and infrastructure.

More at the link:
NKY Chamber of Commerce 
SEE ALSO: Kentucky moves up on Forbes list of business-friendly states: Business First
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KENTUCKY STATE POLICE: YOUTUBE STARS
The state troopers take to YouTube to promote holiday traffic safety:

KSP @ YouTube
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DESIGNER OF SIMS FURNITURE WINDOW DISPLAY TALKS ABOUT PROJECT
If you've missed this amazing holiday window display at Sims Furniture in Downtown Covington, click here and take a look at the amazing work: Wow! Sims Furniture's Holiday Display is Amazing!
Dana Burton of Deux Design in Cincinnati, which worked with Sims in the display, writes to The River City News:

It was such a pleasure working with Sims Furniture in the design and execution of their holiday window displays! Their desire to create and share an experience and provide and evoke memories for young and old alike was truly inspiring throughout the process. We began designing and planning for this project during the dog days of summer! Thank you for blogging about this family friendly (and free) holiday "show" in the heart of the Covington business district!

Well done, Deux Design & Sims Furniture. You've brough a lot of smiles to the City already!

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SALVATION ARMY REMEMBERS MARY MIDDLETON
Mary Middleton was an avid supporter of the Salvation Army. Today, the Covington office of the organization reflected on Middleton's contributions, following her accidental death yesterday:

“Mary’s death is a shock, and a tragic loss,” stated Capt. Heather Holt, pastor of The Salvation Army Covington Community Center. “She was always a delight to be around, and so giving of her time, along with her family, in support of those in need.  Her spirit of giving will be sorely missed.Now, we entrust her to our Heavenly Father, knowing that she is with Him, and we pray that God will grant peace to her family and friends during this difficult time.” 

FOX 19
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JOIN CARNEGIE, GRAB DRINKS AT AVENUE LOUNGE.
Sounds like a nice Downtown Covington kind of evening to me.
The Carnegie
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KIDS FROM 9TH DISTRICT HEADLINE LEXUS RIVERCENTER CELEBRATION
Join Lexus RiverCenter in a couple weeks for an afternoon holiday party featuring Christmas carols by students from 9th District.
Lexus RiverCenter
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COUNTRY'S SECOND LARGEST CHRISTMAS TREE IS IN KENTUCKY
Lexington. Always showing off.
WKYT
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TURKEY SPARED BY PRESIDENT OBAMA
The tradition continues. For video of today's Presidential pardon for a turkey and for the history of the event, check out the link.
The White House
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FLORENCE RESTAURANT GIVING OUT FREE THANKSGIVING DINNERS
A great gesture by a locally-owned restaurant. Plus, who doesn't secretly want to eat burgers and fries on Thanksgiving anyway?

Mad Mike's employee's even donate their time and work for free to help serve up this no cost lunch. He says it's a good reminder that this holiday is not just about the thanks it's about the giving too. "I believe in karma I guess so it's my way of giving back," said Gelastopoulos.
If you know someone in need, again that free lunch is 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day at Mad Mike's at 6420 Dixie Highway in Florence.

Local 12
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DID YOU MISS THIS MORNING'S NEWS?
Someone shoots a pet cat, and now its owner is forced to delay his own medical care to take care of his furry best friend (an unbelievable story); Covington's firefighter battle is mirrored in Lexington; Why the CovCath chamber choir is rocking out to 98 Degrees; and the 25 worst passwords of the year. Those stories and more at the link.
The RC News: News Round-Up -- Wednesday Morning
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DOES YOUR DAUGHTER WANT A PONY FOR CHRISTMAS?
Of course she does.

KY Equine Humane Center
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DO YOU KNOW WHERE YOUR THANKSGIVING MEAL COMES FROM?
Take this short quiz about fair food (for each quiz taken, a philanthropist donates $1 to Food & Water Watch). Note: I Failed.
Food & Water Watch
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DELTA TO OPEN OUTLET MALL IN EMPTY CVG CONCOURSE
From a local satire site:

Delta announced the plan during a press conference at what was once Gate 6 of Terminal 1. Many media outlets where not able to make it to the conference, as Terminal 1 has been walled off, and can only be accessed through a series of underground airport tunnels. 

LOL.
Derf Magazine
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AUNT THREATENS TO DEVOUR NEWBORN'S TOES
More pre-Thanksgiving humor.
The Onion
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HAPPY THANKSGIVING FROM 
           THE RIVER CITY NEWS

NEWS ROUND-UP -- WEDNESDAY MORNING

by Michael Monks 

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LEXINGTON'S FIREFIGHTERS MIRROR THE BATTLE IN COVINGTON

(They even won $10,000 from Liberty Mutual -- not kidding.) Firefighters in Kentucky's second-largest city are suing its government for changes in health care and for violating a collective bargaining agreement.

Lexington Herald-Leader

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THIS STORY WILL TUG AT YOUR HEARTSTRINGS...SO...BE READY

Image via

Imagine you let your cat outside but that it doesn't come home for more than 24 hours, and when it finally does, you notice that the cat has been shot. The cat survives, but you have to put off your own surgery to pay for his... and then, the story gets worse. The story is true and if you're in the giving spirit this holiday season, watch this video and visit the website to help a fellow Kentuckian who really, really loves his cat Chester. 

(DISCLAIMER: Derrick was on staff at NKU in the Radio & Television department while I was an undergraduate there. So, I can say with certainty, this guy loves his cat... and is worth some of your attention.)

I mean, really?! Can you believe all that? Help if you can. For more information, please visit: Helping Chester

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HOW ABOUT GIVING A SHELTER DOG A HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS...

Look at these faces:

These are the new arrivals at the Kenton County Animal Shelter. Check them out on Facebook for more information: Click here

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THE COVCATH CHAMBER CHOIR ROCKS OUT A 98 DEGREES HOLIDAY HIT

Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park's annual production of A Christmas Carol is sponsoring a contest in which a local school could win $1,000 for its arts programs. Covington Catholic's chamber choir entered, and they sound great -- but they need your vote. Click here: Christmas Carol contest

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DID YOU SEE THE AMAZING WINDOW DISPLAY IN DOWNTOWN COVINGTON?

Sims Furniture on Madison Avenue really outdid themselves this year. It is an old school, breathtaking display that is reminding people of what urban Downtowns used to look like during the holidays. Thank you Sims for showing pride in your business and your city -- a whole town is grateful! Click the link for photos and then make plans to bring your family to Downtown Covington to check it out in person and to shop locally!

The RC News: Wow! Sims Furniture's Amazing Holiday Window Display

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THEATER GROUP'S NEW COVINGTON HOME IS COVERED IN CITYBEAT

Showbiz Players, one of the region's top community theaters, will be moving their summer season to The Carnegie. Look what CityBeat theater writer/critic Rick Pender has to say about the move:

Showbiz Players, which marked its 25th anniversary in 2011, has performed for a while at Xavier University and then at the Madisonville Arts Center. Now they’ve decided to move to a venue that’s fast becoming a respected spot for excellent theatrical entertainment, the Otto M. Budig Theater at Covington’s Carnegie Center. Showbiz plans to inaugurate its new home with the regional, non-professional premiere of Avenue Q, an irreverent Tony Award winner from 2004.

More gushing at the link.

CityBeat

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ROTO-ROOTER PREPARES FOR ITS BIGGEST PLUMBING DAY OF THE YEAR

While you're out shopping (locally, hopefully) on Friday, the good guys at Roto-Rooter are busy digging out all the leftovers you thought were a good idea for the sink's drain. 

Cincinnati Enquirer

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DO YOU KNOW WHY FDR ONCE MOVED THANKSGIVING'S DATE?

To boost shopping, of course. Cool read at the link.

Mental Floss

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ON CYBER MONDAY, HOPE YOU DON'T HAVE ONE OF THESE PASSWORDS

The top 25 worst passwords of 2011 have been revealed. Are you guilty of using one of them? Seriously, number-one is "Password" and somehow "monkey" is number-six. God, I love this country.

Yahoo Finance

NEWS ROUND-UP -- TUESDAY EVENING

by Michael Monks 

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REACTIONS TO THE DEATH OF MARY MIDDLETON

The Kenton County community mourned the loss of Mary Middleton, 83, who was killed after being struck by a garbage truck near her yard. She was the wife of former Kenton County Judge-Executive Clyde Middleton and mother to Kenton Circuit Clerk John Middleton. Here are some reactions from Kenton County individuals and groups from their social networking sites:

John Middleton:

My mother was killed in a tragic accident this morning. She was the best mother one could ever ask for. I will not have time to respond to all of the condolences, but know they are appreciated. "Mother Mary" made everyone feel special, so in her honor make someone feel special today.

Kenton County Republican Women's Club:

Today we are saddened by the death of Mary Middleton. Mary was the first president of our club 51 years ago and has been an inspiration to us all. Please keep the family in prayer as they go through this holiday season without her. Hers was a life well lived.

 Kenton County Library:

We are very sad to hear about Mrs. Middleton. She was a great friend to the Library.

The library added that you can view photos of Mrs. Middleton here: Kenton Co. Library

Kenton County Democrats:

Mary Middleton was a wonderful woman, and a true friend to all citizens of Kenton County. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Clyde, John, and the rest of the Middleton family in this time of tragedy. 

Kenton County Democrats Chairman Col Owens (in a release):

We live in a time when political differences tend to strain relationships, to make friendship difficult. Mary's grace should serve as an example for us all, that the human ties that unite us are stronger than the differences of conviction that divide us. Our community is much better for her having been among us. 

Kenton County Commonwealth Attorney Rob Sanders (via Twitter):

Rough day at work. Saddened by the tragic death of Mary Middleton. Thoughts & prayers for her family. Sad day for NKY.

Kentucky Symphony Orchestra:

Mary Middleton passed away today in a tragic accident. She was a retired teacher,a longtime volunteer for the Salvation Army and The KSO. A family friend called her "the conscience of the community." 

The Symphony has also shared photos here: KSO @ Facebook

Behringer-Crawford Museum:

BCM wants to share its sympathy with the Middleton family, Mary we love you and thank you for all your support. You will always be with us. 

 Marcus Carey, The Bluegrass Bulletin:

Mary was in every way the consummate republican woman.  Her tireless smile, gentle touch and genuine happiness to see you was both the most uplifting and comforting greeting anyone who met her ever experienced.Mary was one of the original founders of the incredibly influential and effective Kenton County Republican Women's Club.  Her years of service to her community were sprinkled with the fun and good natured patriotism she exuded whenever she appeared at public events in her signature patriotic red white and blue scarves, hats or broaches.

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JOE WEBB @ LOCAL 12 DOES AN EXCELLENT STORY ON MIDDLETON HERE:
Local 12 
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GREATER CINCINNATI UNEMPLOYMENT DROPS 0.6%
...so...slow...
City of Cincinnati
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GOVERNOR, THIS DOESN'T LOOK GOOD
Governor Steve Beshear's son represents the Indian company seeking tax incentives in Elizabethtown. $20 million in tax incentives. Someday, Kentucky won't be so shady. Right?
Bluegrass Politics
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MEANWHILE, THE POOR ARE ABOUT TO GET POORER
Because of the "Super Committee" #FAIL:

The reduction in TANF benefits is now going beyond just the erosion from inflation: In many cash-strapped states, legislators have diverted money from the block grant to pay for other things, while slashing benefits to poor families at a time when unemployment has been consistently high. Six states have cut benefits just in the past year.

Mother Jones
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KY GETS BID FOR ROAD, TUNNEL AT SPEEDWAY
After the summer's much publicized traffic nightmare at a Sprint Cup event in Sparta, Speedway management knew they had to do something.
Cincinnati Enquirer
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BUTTERBALL IN TURKEY TROUBLE
Accused of not separating turkeys prepared to Muslim standards and other turkeys. 
Local 12

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WHY DOES TURKEY MAKE YOU TIRED?
Hint: It's not just the fault of the turkey. Hint #2: Duh.
Mental Floss
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SIMS FURNITURE IN DOWNTOWN COVINGTON HAS AMAZING WINDOW DISPLAY
This is what Downtown Covington should look like! Way to go Sims. So great to see such pride from a business, and it will bring many smiles this holiday season.
The RC News: Wow! Sims Furniture's Window Display is Amazing! 
(Photos)

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NO MORE VOUCHERS TO SEE DUKE TRAINS IN CINCINNATI
Even more reason to enjoy Sims' display in Covington!
Local 12