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by Michael Monks
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MAN INDICTED IN DOWNTOWN COVINGTON MURDER
Timothy Henson, 43, was indicted Thursday morning by the Kenton County grand jury for allegedly stabbing to death Jonathan Lowe, 40, on Eighth Street near Madison Avenue in mid-May. Henson has already spent three stints in prison for other non-violent crimes.
This makeshift memorial tribute to Lowe was erected at the site of the killing:
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COVINGTON WOMAN CHARGED WITH STEALING FROM OHIO FAMILIES
A Covington woman is accused of stealing $20,000 worth of items from families for whom she babysat (and possibly went on a cruise between the thefts and the indictment). Story via WKRC at the link.|
250,000 KENTUCKIANS TO GET $15 MILLION IN REBATE CHECKS
From Congressman John Yarmuth (D-Louisville):
Today, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) announced that by next week, nearly 250,000 Kentuckians will have received approximately $15.4 million in health insurance rebates because of a new provision in the Affordable Care Act. On average, the rebates will total $114 per person.|
“This is one of the key ways the Affordable Care Act lowers health costs for consumers,” Yarmuth said. “The law helps consumers get more out of their premium dollar, and that means expanded and improved care delivered more efficiently.”
The Affordable Care Act requires insurance companies to spend at least 80 percent of consumers’ premium dollars on medical care and quality improvement. Insurers can spend the remaining 20 percent on administrative costs. Insurance companies that do not meet the 80/20 standard must provide their policyholders a rebate for the difference no later than Aug. 1, 2012.
Consumers will receive rebates in one of the following forms:
-A rebate check in the mail
-A lump-sum reimbursement to the account used to pay the premium if it was paid by credit or debit card
-A direct reduction in future premiums
-An employer provides one of the above rebate methods, or applies the rebate in a manner to benefit its employees
Nationwide, 12.8 million Americans will benefit from $1.1 billion in rebates under the 80/20 standard.
For more information on the 80/20 standard and insurance rebates, please visit HealthCare.gov.
DON'T MISS THURSDAY MORNING'S NEWS
Kentucky man charged with stealing ring off the finger of a body inside a funeral home; Fighting the emerald ash borer in Devou Park; Plus, get a look today at five newly renovated homes in Covington. Those stories and more at the link!
The RC News: Thursday Morning Round-Up
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QUICKIES
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What's the full story behind Cincinnati population loss since 1950? Urban Cincy
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Kentucky's budget ends fiscal year with $45 million surplus WFPL
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Kentucky's budget picture is good except for coal severance funds Herald-Leader
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State finds that cutting high prison costs is an elusive goal Herald-Leader
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Former KY Governor John Y Brown (D) is upset with both parties cn|2
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Big names skipping Fancy Farm political picnic this year WFPL
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KY man pleads to shooting boy who pulled doorbell prank WKRC
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Early results of new 2011 drug law mixed WFPL
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Governor appoints new executive director of military affairs commission press release
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USDA pulls support of "Meatless Mondays" The Hill
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PHOTOS: Children's, Inc volunteers promote literacy in early education Facebook
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NEWPORT'S SOUTHGATE HOUSE WILL REOPEN IN NEW LOCATION
The famed music venue will take its name and set up shop at the former Grace Methodist Episcopal Church on Sixth Street in Newport:
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TAYLOR MILL ROAD (KY-16) RECONSTRUCTION AS SEEN FROM SKY
Via the City of Taylor Mill:
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SUSPECTED JEWELRY THIEF TRIPPED UP BY BYSTANDER
Check out this jerk:
Full story: Herald-Leader
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DID COVINGTON-BORN GOV. WILLIAM GOEBEL DESERVE TO DIE?
The author of a recent fictionalized book about Covington hero William Goebel says the assassinated politician may have had it coming:
The Bookcast
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QUICKIES
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What's the full story behind Cincinnati population loss since 1950? Urban Cincy
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Kentucky's budget ends fiscal year with $45 million surplus WFPL
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Kentucky's budget picture is good except for coal severance funds Herald-Leader
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State finds that cutting high prison costs is an elusive goal Herald-Leader
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Former KY Governor John Y Brown (D) is upset with both parties cn|2
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Big names skipping Fancy Farm political picnic this year WFPL
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KY man pleads to shooting boy who pulled doorbell prank WKRC
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Early results of new 2011 drug law mixed WFPL
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Governor appoints new executive director of military affairs commission press release
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USDA pulls support of "Meatless Mondays" The Hill
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PHOTOS: Children's, Inc volunteers promote literacy in early education Facebook
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NEWPORT'S SOUTHGATE HOUSE WILL REOPEN IN NEW LOCATION
The famed music venue will take its name and set up shop at the former Grace Methodist Episcopal Church on Sixth Street in Newport:
Bev Holiday, the city’s community liaison coordinator, said that the Raleighs are renovating the former church, which was purchased from Bob Weber, owner of Dickey’s Glass. Holiday said Morella Raleigh is handling the project, and is hoping for a late August or early September opening.Full story: Cincinnati Enquirer/Amanda Joering Alley
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TAYLOR MILL ROAD (KY-16) RECONSTRUCTION AS SEEN FROM SKY
Via the City of Taylor Mill:
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SUSPECTED JEWELRY THIEF TRIPPED UP BY BYSTANDER
Check out this jerk:
Lexington police spokeswoman Sherelle Roberts said Russell initially met with a victim who was trying to sell jewelry. Russell had replied to the victim's online advertisement and said he might want to buy the items. When the two met, Russell allegedly grabbed the goods and ran off, she said.But then:
A friend of the victim then contacted the suspect online and told him he had more jewelry to sell. When Russell arrived at the arranged meeting point in the 800 block of North Broadway, the victim was waiting with an officer, Roberts said.And that's when things take a turn for the awesome.
The victim pointed out the suspect to the officer. When the officer tried to speak with Russell, he took off running, she said.
Full story: Herald-Leader
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DID COVINGTON-BORN GOV. WILLIAM GOEBEL DESERVE TO DIE?
The author of a recent fictionalized book about Covington hero William Goebel says the assassinated politician may have had it coming:
Now, it has often been said by criminal defense attornies that in a murder case the real issue is, did the victim deserve to die? And most people who knew Willilam Goebel would agree that he was pretty deserving. He destroyed lives, usurped power, undermined democracy and was a murderer. Even his political allies really didn’t like him.Listen to an interesting interview on the subject at the link.
The Bookcast
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UK STUDENT CHARGED AFTER SENDING OUT PICTURE OF 'THE JOKER'
It's not just that the student sent out a picture of the Batman villain, it's to whom he sent it:
A University of Kentucky student pleaded not guilty to a terroristic threatening charge for allegedly sending a picture of Batman's arch enemy to a university official.Full story: Herald-Leader/Josh Kegley
Steven I. Kennedy, 28, allegedly emailed a photo of the Joker, an anarchist villain in movies and comic books, to associate vice president Terry Allen after Allen didn't return his messages. Kennedy was allegedly upset about the way officials handled a discrimination complaint, according to a warrant filed in Fayette district court.
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LAST CALL FOR ART OFF PIKE ARTISTS
From the event organizers:
Artists working in all media are encouraged to apply for a booth at Covington's premiere Urban Art Festival. Deadline for application is this Sunday July 29, 2012. Everyone can apply by using Zapplication.There is also an opportunity to enlist as a volunteer:
Businesses and non-profit organizations are also encouraged to participate in this year's festival, by taking a booth or taking advantage of sponsorship opportunities associated with the event.
Follow Art Off Pike on Facebook or at visit our website. or email us.
Art Off Pike will be held Sunday, September 30 from 11-5 PM, Rain or Shine, at Pike and 7th Streets between Madison and Russell Streets.
Now in its eighth year, 2012 Art Off Pike is bringing together a wide variety of artists whose works will be on display and for sale in an urban setting in the heart of Covington's downtown. Stroll historic Seventh Street where artists stalls line up from Madison to Washington Street. Children will find a cornucopia of art activities in 'Picasso's Playground', hosted by Covington's many arts non-profit organizations including the Carnegie Visual and Performing Arts Center and Baker-Hunt Art & Cultural Center. Listen for the music -- have lunch. Don't miss this fun filled event!
Covington's unique outdoor art show is now in its 8th year. The Call to Artists is out. On Sunday, September 30, the tents will be back up on 7th Street, sheltering 90 artists from throughout the tri-state area. Our urban center will be on display along with fabulous art in a wide variety of mediums.More details: Click Here
Join us at the Carnegie Center for the Visual and Performing Arts to find out more about being an ART OFF PIKE Volunteer on SATURDAY, JULY 28 from 7:00 till 11:00. There will be line dancing, too-- and wine, and munchies, of course. This is the Call to Volunteers.
EASTSIDE, WESTSIDE - LET'S ALL GET BEHIND ART OFF PIKE THIS YEAR
It takes at least 50 volunteers to pull this off. Our goal is to have every Covington neighborhood represented on the 2012 ART OFF PIKE team. Find more information atwww.artoffpike.org. SAVE THE DATE and party with us at Carnegie -- SATURDAY, JULY 28 -- 7:00 till 11:00.
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ANOTHER GREAT WEEKEND IN STORE FOR COVINGTON
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FRIDAY
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Holmes Marching Band Preview Show
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SATURDAY
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Bike & Dine makes two stops on Covington
From the event page:
Pedal into summer on the seventh edition of Queen City Bike + Dine 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, July 28. Ride your bike to Park + Vine for hydration and a quick air-brakes-chain check before departing promptly at 2:30 p.m. on a bike tour of local restaurants and bars. Tickets ($25 plus processing fees) go on sale July 5 and include food and drinks. Proceeds benefit participating businesses and Queen City Bike, our region’s bicycling advocacy organization. Tickets are non-refundable. Event is rain or shine. Helmets required. For more information, e-mail info @ parkandvine . com BIKE + DINE STOPS:1. Streetpops at Park + Vine, Over-the-Rhine2. Bellevue Bistro, Bellevue3. Whack Burger, Covington4. Pike Street Lounge, CovingtonMore details: Facebook
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SUNDAY
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10th annual Mainstrasse Village Car Show
Check it out on Sunday from 9:00AM to 5:00PM. More details: Click Here
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Mother of God Church Yard Sale
From the Church:
On July 29 and August 5 we will collect school supplies for Prince of Peace School. The items that are especially needed are glue sticks (not the kind for glue guns), Elmer’s glue, washable wide markers, #2 pencils, band aids, wide ruled filler paper, red pens, pink wide chunk type erasers, pencil top erasers, solid color folders with clasps and without clasps, rubber bands and safety pins. There will be bins in the back of church and at the side doors. If you wish to make a monetary donation, please put it in an envelope marked Prince of Peace and drop it in the collection basket. Thank you.
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ARE YOU PROUD TO BE FROM COVINGTON?
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BOB ROSS REMIXED
This should make you feel good:
