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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
COVINGTON, Ky. – Covington residents looking to get rid of construction/home renovation debris and other bulk trash items should be aware that the Covington Transfer Station will be closed Saturday.
Rumpke Waste & Recycling, which runs the complex, will be pouring concrete as part of improvements to the dumping station’s floor.
The station will be open until 4 p.m. Fr...
Tom Fountain, left, was driving down Greenup when a ribbon of smoke and the aroma from Bean Haus Bakery & Café’s curbside smoker caught his eye. Anthony Jackson takes his order.
City hopes just-opened Bean Haus Bakery & Café
begins ‘energization’ of neighborhood
COVINGTON, Ky. – It was the thin ribbon of smoke twirling upward toward a clear morn...
Mayor appears on KET to explain concerns
with Brent Spence ‘fix’
COVINGTON, Ky. – Mayor Joe Meyer appeared live on the statewide program “Kentucky Tonight” on Monday evening to talk about Covington’s concerns with the plan as currently designed to “fix” the Brent Spence Bridge by building a companion bridge next to it, and then tolling ...
Even before the new Covington Plaza was dedicated, The Carnegie held several outdoor musical productions on the riverfront. Now, the space will be the site of seven free Friday night concerts.
Newly dedicated Covington Plaza to host free Friday night events
COVINGTON, Ky. – Live music will reverberate around the newly redesigned Covington riverfront this summer with the Luv The Cov Co...