FROM THE COVINGTON CAMPAIGN TRAIL...
City Commissioner Steve Frank took his reelection campaign to small businesses in Mainstrasse Friday afternoon, passing out stamped envelopes with a blank letter inside for constituents to write to the state highway department to express support for Covington's proposed changes to the Brent Spence Bridge project design. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is accepting public comments on the issue through May 25.
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COVINGTON FINDS SUPPORT FOR BRIDGE FROM U.S. SENATOR, NEIGHBORS
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. |
BRENT SPENCE TOLL IDEA GETS MIXED REACTIONS
From WXIX:
Tim MacDonald of Cincinnati says, "I think its a bad idea....I think people will avoid it. I mean they put it in and don't want to pay for repairs to it so why stick it to the people."WXIX
Robin Hensley of Northern Kentucky says, "It probably wouldn't be a bad idea. Its probably a good way of getting some revenue."
Dawn Smith says, "Why should we the citizens pay of a toll on that bridge that they say they can't afford."
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FRIDAY'S COVINGTON NEWS
More layoffs are likely at Covington City Hall; The River City News speaks with seven candidates for Covington City Commission; 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. More Covington News Than Any Other Source - at the link!
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COVINGTON-BASED OMNICARE SETTLES ANOTHER FEDERAL INVESTIGATION
This time it cost the company $50 million:
Pharmacy operator Omnicare Inc said it will pay $50 million to settle an investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice (DoJ) concerning errors in the company's distribution of controlled substances.Reuters
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CONVICTED: MUGSHOT ROUND-UP
Who's going to prison, who got probation, and who's still on the loose? Your mugshot round-up from a busy week at Kenton County Circuit Court, courtesy of Prosecutor Rob Sanders, is at the link.
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FROM THE 4TH DISTRICT CONGRESSIONAL RACE:
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GOP candidates will be on Comment on Kentucky Monday night (KET) Bluegrass Politics
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Former Kentucky Congressman Ron Lewis endorses Boone County Judge-Exec Gary Moore Associated Press
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Wurtz goes online in run for Congress Cincinnati Enquirer
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QUICKIES
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Governor Beshear heads to Asia WKYT
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Kentucky approves tax incentives for expanding companies Herald-Leader
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Governments belatedly put pensions on their books:
Pensions in Illinois, New Jersey, Indiana and Kentucky may have less than 30 percent of the assets needed to cover promised benefits under the measure, according to data from the Boston College Center for Retirement Research. The changes, which take effect starting in June 2013, will alter how liabilities are calculated and how assets are reported on financial statements.Bloomberg
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KY Transportation chief: urban and rural areas have same problems with potholes cn|2
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Attorney General Conway announces $1.75 million settlement with pharmaceutical company press release
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Frankfort reporter is back on the beat The Daily Independent
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Kroger CEO gets 66% raise Business First
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Flagging Churchill Downs profits could lead to boutique spring meets Courier-Journal
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Louisville's Whiskey Row to cost three times more than projection Business First
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Cincinnati earns national honor for bike program Queen City Bike
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Preservationists: Owners of a Newport home remove siding and find "beautiful" clapboards and shingles Facebook
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Entire shipment of books by Kentucky author stolen Courier-Journal
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UPDATE: The book thief may be a former employee of the truck company that was transporting the shipment The Daily Herald
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COVINGTON INDEPENDENT PUBLIC SCHOOLS BUS DRIVERS HONORED
From the District:
Three bus drivers for Covington Independent Public Schools were honored by the Kentucky Commission on Human Rights Thursday night for their outstanding customer service during the “Get on the Bus” tour last month. John C.K. Fisher, Northern Kentucky field supervisor for the Human Rights Commission, presented drivers Phyllis Dees, Vickie Rogers and Matt Walden with the “Unbridled Spirit for Justice’’ awards during the Board of Education meeting. Fisher had nothing but praise for the drivers, who drove buses for the tour in celebration of Fair Housing Month.Fisher said the drivers were excellent in their routes, were always professional, patient and were kind enough to make slight changes in the routes when needed. The drivers, along with other transportation staff, Karen Eads, secretary and Ray Finke, compliance director, also received the awards. In addition, the Covington Board of Education recognized the transportation staff members as “Employees of the Month.” Congratulations.
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WHEEL OF FORTUNE AUDITIONS IN LOUISVILLE TODAY AND TOMORROW
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WHAT TO DO IN COVINGTON TODAY:
ROMAFest, a party for Mainstrasse residents
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Circus Mojo spring circus and summer camp in Ludlow
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FROM MICHAEL: COME SEE THIS PLAY AT THE ARTISAN ENTERPRISE CENTER
I am appearing alongside some really talented local actors under the guidance of a terrific director for a two-weekend production of Fuddy Meers at the Artisan Enterprise Center. Here are some details:
The Artisan Enterprise of Covington (AEC) proudly presents Fuddy Meers, a play by David Lindsay-Abaire. The play is part of the gallery exhibition “Funny Mirrors” and will be presented June 8, 9, 15, 16 at 8:00 p.m. at the AEC located at 25 W. 7th Street in Covington, KY. Fuddy Meers is a poignant and brutal comedy that traces one woman’s attempt to regain her memory while surrounded by a curio-cabinet of alarmingly bizarre characters. The show features local actors Torie Pate, Ron Burrage, Donnie McGovern, Marypat Carletti, Michael Monks, Adrianne Underhill, and Vincent Cline. The show is directed by Dan Doerger.The art exhibit “Funny Mirrors” features artwork by Jeff Casto, Helena Cline, and Billy Simms. Their artwork is integrated into the performance and serves as the inspiration for the play. The opening night reception for the gallery show is June 1. The gallery show runs the month of June and admission to the art show is free. The play will be performed June 8, 9, 15, 16 at 8:00 p.m. and tickets are $10. Tickets to the play can be purchased at the door the evenings of the show or reserved by calling 513.313.8484.|
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UK recruit Nerlens Noel speaks on the NCAA inquiry reported by The New York Times this week Kentucky Sports Radio
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Calipari to coach Dominican Republic national team again Coach Cal
