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New tool will help Code inspectors save lives

Portable 4-way gas monitors now go on every visit   COVINGTON, Ky. – When the City of Covington’s building code inspectors visit any occupied residence these days, an orange-colored device resembling a two-way radio is clipped to their uniforms.   It might just save a life.   The devices are handheld gas monitors, and the inspectors began carrying them last week to alert...

Farmers Market expands to Tuesdays

2nd location bolsters access to locally grown food,  artisan products   COVINGTON, Ky. – Can’t make it to the Covington Farmers Market on Saturday mornings? Now you can go on Tuesday afternoons/evenings.   Hoping to bolster access to locally grown produce and specialty prepared food ranging from salad greens to farm-fresh eggs and Kentucky wine to locally harvested hone...

‘When in the Course of human events …’

City Hall closed Monday for federal 4th of July holiday   COVINGTON, Ky. – Some 245 years ago come Sunday, 56 courageous men signed a document making it adamantly clear that they, their families, and their neighbors had no intention of living under the overbearing rule of the British Empire an ocean way.   We all know what happened next.   This weekend, before you grill hamb...

Red, white & blues

COVINGTON, Ky. – For the time being, the weather is supposed to be clear (if hot) for the Fourth of July this weekend, but you know how that is …   Celebrating the 4th Technically speaking, Sunday should revolve around mentions of the Continental Congress, King George III, and a bunch of courageous co-signers.   But we’re realists. We know that just as Christmas = Sa...

Summer street cleaning starts July 8

Signs, link below show schedule to move vehicle   COVINGTON, Ky. – Covington’s Public Works Department will begin its annual summer cleaning of residential streets on July 8, and “aesthetic appeal” is only one reason for the effort.   More importantly, it’s a critical part of maintenance that prevents flooding by keeping debris out of storm water...

Wine, ‘wearable art,’ toys, & Latonia cafe

A skirt that holds 100 champagne glasses is an example of the “wearable art” (for companies that want to elevate event experiences) provided by East to Vest Productions. (Photo provided) Latest City incentives support 8 small businesses  COVINGTON, Ky. – City leaders are fond of saying that small businesses are the “heart and soul” of Covington’s economy a...

‘A job that’s never dull’

Police hiring blitz seeks officers, crossing guards, cadets, etc.   COVINGTON, Ky. – The Covington Police Department is on a hiring blitz of sorts, needing to fill positions ranging from cadet and crossing guard to full-fledged police officer.   “The job of police officer is never dull,” Covington Capt. Justin Wietholter said. “Every day, we’re called to be...

Tacos, dragons & racquets

COVINGTON, Ky. – (Hold this space for something witty and clever – we might yet think of something.)   In the meantime, there is much fun to be had in The Cov this weekend, for those with kids and those without. (Kid-ded and kid-less? We kid, we kid!)   3 days of tacos To start with, hold the cheese. But yes to the meat, cumin, oregano, paprika, lime, onions, chilies, or more...

McK’s BBQ: Still smoked outside

Greg McKinstry -- a graduate of Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts Las Vegas -- cuts the ribbon on the “new” McK’s BBQ with the help of his mother, Leslie McKinstry, building owner Eric Steiden, and Covington Vice Mayor Ron Washington. Facelift gives 7th St. eatery new look, name & inside dining COVINGTON, Ky. – Restaurant veteran Greg McKinstry ceremonially ...
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