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PRESENTS
THE SUNDAY EDITION
COVINGTON, KY * 22 APRIL 2012
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THIRD CANDIDATE FOR COVINGTON MAYOR RESPONDS TO
CRITICISM OF HER POSITION ON GAY ISSUES
Her name is Dara McDowell and she wants to be Mayor of Covington, campaigning on issues of morality and promoting tourism. The River City News talked with McDowell Thursday and the report generated a firestorm of comments on Facebook. Read the original report:
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Since the interview was published, McDowell has responded on Facebook to some of the criticism of her positions that arose, noting that she in fact "used to be gay":
Man with a man is a sin. So is woman with woman. But so is lying and gossiping... and calling your brother a "fool". Everybody sins. I'm a sinner. I used to be gay. I used to have illicit sex (any sex outside of marriage). I'm sure you did too. I used to take drugs. Perhaps you did the same. I'm sure I sinned as soon as a put my feet to floor, today. But when we tell children that it's "good" to sin... that's where we are asking God to bring judgement, I think. I absolutely LOVE gay people, gay people are my favorite people to hang out with. I can list the reasons why, but I'll save it for later. I totally accept you where you are... as I would like you to accept me. I just fear that if we PROMOTE homosexuality as a good thing, such as the lewd sexual behaviors that we have ALL seen in those ridiculous gay pride parades and march it all in front of children and loudly proclaim "this is a good thing!" - I think we are just asking for trouble, not just in the form of judgement from God, but in the form of a confused generation. And I just don't want to sit here watch it happen. The reason that you are so angry with me is because you are actually angry with yourselves. You know this is wrong. There is something wrong about it. But because you have been indoctrinated and brain washed into thinking it's okay, you doubt your own heart... and thus you are inwardly angry... It's okay. I've been there. I used to be gay and I HATED people like me... then. But like it or not, I'm here to offer a choice, and perhaps, maybe preferably, a wake up call.----------------------------------------------------------------
SOME ANSWERS MAY BE COMING FOR THIS HOUSE
Why is this historic home wrapped in caution tape so haphazardly? The image created a lengthy thread of comments at Facebook where new information was gleaned by Covington City Commissioner Steve Casper:
There will be a hearing on Wednesday held by code enforcement board. Owner was served with violation related to the excess tape as a violation of sign ordinance. Much of what has been written of it's history is true, owners have split further complicating the issues. The hearing is open to public, who can make comments, if they choose. If owners do not appear they may be subject to a $10,000 lien altho sadly that won't cure the appearance that troubles us.-----------------------------------------------------------------
ONE POOL CLOSED FOR GOOD, ONE IS RESCUED BY HOUSING AUTHORITY, AND ANOTHER'S DEMISE IS IMMINENT
Covington's pool season is just weeks away and the past few days have been filled with news about the city's pools. Senator Gus Sheehan Pool in Botany Hills will close for good and be demolished, having outlived its expected shelf life. Read about that story at the link:
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| Senator Gus Sheehan Pool, Botany Hills |
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HOUSING AUTHORITY RESCUES RANDOLPH PARK POOL
The River City News learned last week that Randolph Park Pool in the city's Eastside would likely not have opened this summer. However, the Housing Authority of Covington has generously donated $50,000 to improve the facility so that it can open. Originally, HAC attempted to include strings attached to that donation which would have allowed the Authority to take the lead on developing Randolph Park and the former Lincoln-Grant School. Click the link below for the full story:
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| Randolph Park Pool, Eastside |
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MEANWHILE, GOEBEL PARK POOL IN MAINSTRASSE WILL OPEN AS PLANNED
Even though it, too, is beyond its expected shelf life, Goebel Pool is saved by its longer-lasting aluminum lining (the others are lined with concrete). While studying the effects of the proposed Brent Spence Bridge project, the City learned that replacing Goebel Pool would cost roughly $1 million. Until that happens, another year of stretching its life continues this season.
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| Goebel Park Pool, Mainstrasse |
COV CAN BUILD A BRIDGE
Or so we hope. Two public hearings this week on the Brent Spence Bridge project will weigh heavily on the future of Covington's role in the new bridge's design. City leaders encourage all citizens to attend one or both:
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) has scheduled public meetings for the Brent Spence Bridge Project for Tuesday, April 24th at Longworth Hall and Wednesday, April 25th at the Northern Kentucky Convention Center. Both meetings will be held from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM. KYTC, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT), and their consultants will be presenting Alternative I as the preferred alignment to take forward into detailed design. While Alternative I is the better of the 2 remaining alternatives, City of Covington staff believes there is still room for improvements to be made. A summary of the City's concerns is listed below for reference.See a list of the City's concerns by clicking here.
If you are unable to attend the official meetings on the 24th & 25th, but would like to have your input considered, please convey your concerns by May 10 toStacee.hans@ky.gov. If you do not have email, please contact us and we will make sure to help you find a way to have your comments and concerns submitted as part of the public process.
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COVINGTON CITY COMMISSION APPROVES TWO UNION CONTRACTS; THIRD UNION ACCEPTS ITS WORKING AGREEMENT
At the end of Tuesday night's city commission meeting in which working agreements with the police and fire unions were unanimously approved, word came that AFSME, the union representing dispatchers, public imporvements employees, and clerical workers, had voted 41 - 16 to accept its new contract.
Two Union Contracts Approved by City, Third By Its Members
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THE WEEK THAT WAS...
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PHOTOS: GREAT AMERICAN CLEAN-UP IN COVINGTON
Volunteers from across the city were up and at 'em early, sprucing up green space and picking up trash. At the link, find photos from Mainstrasse, Roebling Point, Baker-Hunt, Peaselburg, Helentown, and South Covington.
PHOTOS: Great American Clean-Up in Covington
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WEEKLY MUGSHOT ROUND-UP
Who's going to prison and who got probation this week at Kenton County Circuit Court? Your weekly mugshot round-up is at the link. Click it.
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RALLY IN COVINGTON INSPIRED BY SHOOTING DEATH OF FLORIDA TEEN
The Trayvon Martin/George Zimmerman case inspired a rally in Covington's Eastside that featured community leaders, city commissioners, and the police chief.
SEE THE STORY: WLWT
SEE VIDEO HERE: Cincinnati Enquirer
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SATURDAY MORNING HEADLINES
A rally in Covington today inspired by the shooting death of a Florida teenager; NKU baseball coach springs to action when a truck driver has a heart attack in the middle of traffic; Plus, how you can hang out with the President & George Clooney -- together. Click it. |
FRIDAY MORNING HEADLINES
Report: 5 patients died of drug overdoses in the care of doctor who wants methadone clinic in Covington; Steve Arlinghaus: We don't have to provide a 911 service; Plus, a KY grandma calls police on herself as she threatens to pee on her grandchild. SRSLY. Click it. |
THURSDAY AFTERNOON HEADLINES
City will get $50K from Housing Authority to keep pool open without strings, reports Commissioner Casper; City Manager discusses the methadone clinic on TV; Plus, a Covington soldier missing since the Korean War will finally have a memorial service. Those stories and more at the link. |
"COVINGTON COMET" HONORED AT ELDORA SPEEDWAY
The man known as The Covington Comet will be honored at Eldora Speedway Saturday where he won his most famous race before dying two months later in another race. If you don't know the story of Stan Bowman, who grew up on Greenup Street, and whose death paved the way for the rise of Mario Andretti, click the link. 
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THURSDAY MORNING HEADLINES
Friends of murder victim from Covington relieved that woman involved in killing will stay in prison; Two pools in the city are now being discussed for closing; Plus, get ready to gleek out: a fictional Glee character is coming to school in Kentucky.|
MAYOR SCHEPER ADDS 11TH POINT TO 10 POINT PLAN; WEDS HEADLINES
Mayor Scheper adds an 11th point to his 10-point plan; The City will expand and increase its facade and commercial rent subsidy program; Plus, a Five Guys is coming to the river cities. |
WEDNESDAY MORNING HEADLINES
A Covington swimming pool is to be shut down; New vehicle fees proposed to fund merged dispatch center; Plus, a full report from last night's no-hitter by a Holy Cross pitcher. Those stories and much more at the link! |
TUESDAY AFTERNOON HEADLINES
Doctor who wanted to open methadone clinic in Covington sees FBI raid his Florence office; A soon-to-be Holmes grad reflects on being a student as well as a young mother; Plus, win lunch with Nick Clooney! |
TUESDAY MORNING HEADLINES
Riverbank murder suspect says the victim is still alive -- because he visits him in jail; Is your street on the list to be resurfaced by the city (see all of them); Plus, an effort to honor UK's basketball team ends in embarrassment for Pikeville. |
MONDAY EVENING HEADLINES
Woman convicted of Covington murder up for parole; NKU to announce new President Tuesday; Plus, "He's not a beekeeper, he's a bee supply salesman!" -- How even the hiring of a state apiarist is full of drama in Kentucky.|
COVINGTON SCORES GOOD BUT MIXED FOR "WALKABILITY"
How does our city stack up against others in "walkability"? Do you think the city is easy and fun to navigate by walking? A website ranks Covington #2 in Kentucky, but the results are mixed from north to south in the city limits. Check out the details at the link. |
MONDAY MORNING HEADLINES
How rivers may help cities like Covington become cooler; Add another river cities restaurant to the list of smoke-free options; A UK basketball star answers the call and takes a young woman to her prom; Plus, Holmes students win big in statewide competition. ------------------------------------------------------------
HOLY CROSS FOOTBALL TEAM TO RECEIVE STATE CHAMPIONSHIP RINGS TODAY AT SCHOOL
The public is invited to cheer on the Indians once again as the rings are presented to the state championship winning football team at 1:00PM inside the school's cafeteria.
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QUICKIES
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Covington Mayor Chuck Scheper, City Commissioner Steve Frank among donors to Republicans in 4th District Congressional race Cincinnati Enquirer
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Republicans praise Geoff Davis at dinner Cincinnati Enquirer
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Five big jobs for NKU's new president Cincinnati Enquirer
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Neo-Nazi rally in Frankfort was peaceful Herald-Leader
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Simon Kenton educator is Kentucky's "Teacher of the Year" FOX 19
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"Nerds" not on John Calipari's side Herald-Leader
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THUNDER OVER LOUISVILLE
If you know anyone from Louisville then you have probably had a sparring match over whose annual fireworks show is better: Thunder Over Louisville or Riverfest in Cincinnati/NKY. Here's the full video of last night's Thunder so you can judge for yourself:
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HEY COVINGTON, GET ON THE BUS!
Don't miss a fascinating trip through our city's black history:
Kentucky Fair Housing partners announce the Get on the Bus Tour of historic African American sites in Elsmere,Covington and Newport, Kentucky.IT'S FREE, FOLKS!
The free bus tour is being held to help recognize the U.S. and Kentucky Fair Housing Month of April, which promotes the civil rights to live in housing in America and in Kentucky, free from discrimination.
The event will include a free walking tour of the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center in nearby Cincinnati,Ohio, just minutes away from the Northern Kentucky cities included in the tour.
The Get on the Bus Tour will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (EDT) on, Wednesday, April 25. See the attached flyer for more details.
Register for the tour by calling the Lexington Fair Housing Council toll-free at 1.866.438.8617 or the Kentucky Commission on Human Rights Northern Kentucky Office in Covington at 1.859.292.2935. When registering, please leave name, phone number and e-mail address if you have one.
The Get on the Bus Tour is sponsored by the City of Covington, Ky., the Covington Human Rights Commission, the Covington Center for Great Neighborhoods, Covington Independent Schools, the City of Elsmere, Ky., the City of Newport, Ky., the Lexington, Ky., Fair Housing Council, the Kentucky Housing Corporation, the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center of Cincinnati, Ohio, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, and the Kentucky Commission on Human Rights.
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