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Sunday, August 12, 2012

THE SUNDAY EDITION 12 AUGUST 2012

THE RIVER CITY NEWS
MORE COVINGTON NEWS THAN ANY OTHER SOURCE... ...EACH AND EVERY DAY
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the week that was...
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SATURDAY
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SATURDAY HEADLINES
One of Covington's most wanted is captured in Cincinnati; More comments from Thursday night's special meeting at City Hall; Plus, the Purple People Bridge is crumbling as Newport & Cincinnati fight over who's gonna pay for it. Click it.
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FRIDAY
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PUBLIC WEIGHS IN ON CODE ENFORCEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS
"It's not working and I don't think it's going to work. I know I won't be very popular when I leave this stand but truth is truth and truth hurts." The public weighs in on the future of code enforcement in Covington. Click the link.
Full story: The River City News 
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SCHOOL BOARD MAY NOT RAISE TAXES & OTHER NOTES
For the first time since 2001, the School Board will likely vote to keep your property tax rate the same; Plus, how Covington Schools are working to improve ACT scores, attendance, and dress code this fall.
Full story: The River City News 
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THURSDAY
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CRACKS EMERGE IN UNIFIED COMMISSION DURING SPECIAL MEETING
"A huge number of people are afraid of retaliation and that's why they are not here." That remark set off Thursday night's special meeting at City Hall down a tense path, complete with outbursts and personal attacks. Story at the link.
Full story: The River City News 
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THURSDAY EVENING HEADLINES
Two Covington road projects get big federal funding boost; Why Kentucky ranks first in toxic air pollution from power plants; Plus, a how a dessert topping led a KY man to set a gas station's toilet on fire. Those stories and more at the link!
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THURSDAY MORNING HEADLINES
How are the candidates for office in Covington doing on the fundraising front?; The School Board will take up the issue of taxes at today's meeting; A local food truck is already expanding its services; Plus, a look at what to do in Covington this weekend! Click it.
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WEDNESDAY
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WEDNESDAY EVENING HEADLINES
Check out which homes won this year's Covington beautification awards; Graduation rates are up across the Commonwealth, including a small gain at Holmes; Plus, why there are probably more spiders lurking in your home RIGHT NOW! Those stories and more at the link.
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WEDNESDAY MORNING HEADLINES
Your City Commission recap, including news on why one proposed zoning change was tabled for a later date; A car crash costs the City $82,500; City Commissioner offers $2,000 for money-saving ideas from the public; Plus, More Covington News Than Any Other Source -- at the link!
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TUESDAY
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FOOD TRUCKS APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY BY COVINGTON CITY COMMISSION
It was a lengthy discussion at City Hall but the Covington City Commission unanimously approved the food truck ordinance. "We are trying to change the future of this city, trying to get more active, more energy in the city and I believe this is worth trying," the mayor said.
Full story: The River City News 
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CHEZ NORA OWNERS EXPLAIN OPPOSITION TO FOOD TRUCKS
The owners of a Mainstrasse restaurant explain their opposition to food trucks. Click the link.
Full story: The River City News 
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TUESDAY EVENING HEADLINES
Cincinnati TV stations catch up to the food trucks in Covington news; Why the CEO says health care reform will force you to pay more for Papa John's; Plus, more work on the Eastside as a huge housing development nears. Click it.
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TUESDAY MORNING HEADLINES
A homeless Vietnam vet turns life around with help at Covington shelter; "How Casinos are Failing the Elderly"; Plus, let's play, "What Are Covingtonians Selling Online?!" Those stories at the link.
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MONDAY
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MONDAY HEADLINES
A Madison Avenue strip mall is full again with the addition of Little Caesar's; Get your first look at the new Covington Police cruisers; Plus, a peek inside a former church in Mainstrasse that is now someone's home.
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the week that will be...
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SUNDAY NIGHT INTO MONDAY MORNING
Look for possible noise and delays around Ritte's Corner in Latonia. From the City of Covington:
Beginning August 12 at midnight until August 13 at 8:00 am (Sunday night/Monday morning) Lonkard Construction will be tying in the new water main at Ritte's corner. All of the saw cutting necessary for this work has been completed and they will try to keep the noise to a minimum. The work will be done at this unusual time to avoid the traffic at this busy intersection.
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TUESDAY
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Covington Schools Mentor Training
Are you interested in becoming a mentor at Covington Independent Public Schools for the upcoming academic year? For info, click here.
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THURSDAY (THROUGH SUNDAY)
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US 25 Yard Sale
From the organizer:
Since most of my family, neighbors and friends already know, I (Judy Wigginton) am now retired. I had an idea to help entice travelers on I-75 to take an exit and help small towns get some much-needed revenue. Many of you are familiar with the 127 Yard Sale, some of you may not be, but it is a big deal in several states.My idea is a US 25 YARD SALE.
I recently approached the Williamstown, KY city council. They have endorsed the idea and given me an office to work from to make contacts. US 25 (Dixie Highway) goes from Michigan to Florida. I am concentrating on Kentucky this year and planning on expanding it to Tennessee and Ohio next year if I can contact each city on that route by next year's date. My ultimate goal is to have it expand to involve Michigan, Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee, Georgia, and Florida.
Our plan is to have an annual event on the 3rd week-end of August. This year's 4 day event date is Aug. 16-19th. I have already contacted every city in Kentucky on US 25 and am planning on visiting those cities within the next few weeks to encourage them to help promote it. We want as much participation as possible for this first year.
If you live on US 25 or own property on that route, you have an opportunity to use your property to make extra money....for your own yard sale or to rent your spaces to vendors. One property owner of farmland near Owenton, KY has rented his field every year to vendors....he has even rented a portable potty for his vendors and shoppers. So don't let living in the country keep you from renting your spaces and from participating.
This is an opportunity for schools, churches, non-profit organizations, businesses, and individuals to make extra money. Please help me promote it by talking about it to your friends and neighbors. I have been in contact with my friend, Clyde Gray, from WCPO in Cincinnati....he thinks it is a great idea, so we are going forward and looking ahead to August 16 through August 19.
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FRIDAY
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Catch The River City News publisher in comedy show
Local comedian Sweett Biscut invited me (Michael Monks) to be a part of her upcoming Comedy Extravaganza this Friday at the Newport Syndicate. I'll be performing some fake local news, so don't miss it! Tickets are $17. Click the poster for more info.
Or check out the FACEBOOK EVENT.
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Free Dental Care offered in Alexandria
From a news release:
Daniel J. Sheridan DMD will once again host a free dental care event through Dentistry From The Heart (DFTH) supporting Campbell County residents by providing free dental services to the first 150 people.

The team of dental professionals at Daniel J. Sheridan DMD will provide the first 150 adult patients with a free extraction, filling or cleaning. There will also be several hygienists, dental assistants and other dental professionals donating their time and resources, in order to provide free dental care to as many residents in need as possible. This DFTH event will donate thousands of dollars in free dental care and provide much needed relief to people in need in the community.

The media is invited to join the teams of volunteers, patients, and of course Dr. Sheridan on Friday, August 17th to spread free smiles across Campbell County through Dentistry From The Heart located at 7827 Alexandria Pike Alexandria, KY, 41001. Patients are asked to arrive early as the event is a first come, first serve basis. Event registration will begin at 7:00 a.m. and patients will be seen through 5 p.m. that day. Patients are also encouraged to dress appropriately for the weather, to bring chairs, blankets, water, snacks, etc. as they may be outside waiting to be seen. 
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NATION ASKS PERMISSION TO STOP WATCHING OLYMPICS
LOL:
"We have dutifully watched segments of the XXIX Olympiad for at least two hours a day for nearly two consecutive weeks, including aquatic events, track and field, and even stupid stuff such as synchronized diving, and while we fully and openly admit that we have enjoyed far more than we had initially expected, we must reiterate—it has been two weeks," the appeal drafted by the U.S. populace read in part.
More: The Onion (satire) 
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            HAVE A GREAT WEEK!
And remember... if it happens in Covington, you'll see it here at The River City News!
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