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City of Covington E-News
August 2011
We regret that, due to technical difficulties, we were unable to provide a July edition. |
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AUGUST MEETINGS
August 1 - Human Rights Commission- 5:30 pm - Community Development Conference Room 4th Floor, Covington City Hall, 638 Madison Avenue
August 4 - Kenton County Planning Commission- 6:15 pm - Commission Chambers, NKAPC Building, 2332 Royal Drive, Fort Mitchell, KY
August 10 - Code Enforcement Hearing Board- 5:00 pm - Commission Chambers, Covington City Hall, 638 Madison Avenue
August 15 - Urban Design Review Board- 4:00 pm - Commission Chambers, Covington City Hall, 638 Madison Avenue
August 15 - NKY Area Planning Commission- 5:15 pm - Commission Chambers, NKAPC Building, 2332 Royal Drive, Fort Mitchell, KY
August 16 - City of Covington Legislative Commission Meeting - 6:00 pm - Commission Chambers, Covington City Hall, 638 Madison Avenue
August 17 - Board of AdjustmentMeeting- 5:30 pm- Commission Chambers, Covington City Hall, 638 Madison Avenue
August 17 - Police Chief's Community Forum - 7:00 pm - 20th and Madison Ave, Covington, KY
August 24- Code Enforcement Hearing Board- 5:00 pm - Commission Chambers, Covington City Hall, 638 Madison Avenue
Click here for 2011 schedule of Commission and Caucus meetings. |
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City Web Calendar Update
Got a local event coming up?
We'd like to help publicize local events going on in the Covington community!
If your neighborhood group has an upcoming event that you'd like listed on our web calendar, please submit the attached form and any additional information / documents that we can link to.
Click here for submission form.
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Click here to view
August and
Year-Round Regional Events
as provided by the Northern Kentucky River Region. You can also visit NKYTourism.com. |
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Click here for more information.
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The Urban Partnership (UP) of Covington, a private sector effort through the auspices of the Covington Business Council, provides street cleaning and litter, weed and graffiti removal services. UP is not a city agency but works to enhance efforts by the City of Covington. A hotline is available to request these free services, 859-291-4333.
Click here for the latest press release.
New Location!
UP and CBC have moved to:
50 E. Rivercenter Blvd
Covington, KY 41011
859-431-1500
pfrew@cbcky.com |
Brent Spence Bridge Update |
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Click here for information on all the tours of Covington! |
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Out of State License Plates in your neighborhood?
To report
IMPROPERLY REGISTERED VEHICLES, call the
FREEROADING HOTLINE
of the
KENTUCKY REVENUE CABINET
1-800-882-8990
or click here for more information about the Freddie Freeroader Program. |
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Mayor & City Commissioners
Mayor Denny Bowman, CenterFrom left to right:
Commissioner Sherry Carran
Commissioner Steve Casper
Commissioner Steve Frank
Commissioner Shawn Masters
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New Businesses in Covington |
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Best Life Adult Daycare
and In-Home Care Services
401 East 20th Street
Covington, KY 41014
859-283-6900
Best Life Adult Daycare and In-Home Care Services is located at 401 East 20th St., Covington, KY 41014, at the former St. Elizabeth North Hospital. Our mission is to provide our senior community with exceptional care at affordable costs. We offer a comprehensive, comfortable and safe environment in our adult daycare facility, as well as, quality in-home care for those who prefer to stay at home. Our professionally trained staff can help in making the best decision for your family needs. Call today to schedule your no-cost assessment.
Contact Gillian Morrison at 859-283-6900 or gmorrison@bestlifecompanies.com |
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Covington Projects Rank Highest on Northern Kentucky Consensus Committee Wish List!
The Northern Kentucky Consensus Committee, comprised of 76 local business, community and political leaders from eight counties in our region, unveiled their nine-item wish list last month.
On the list are projects of great significance to Covington:
A $35 million expansion of the Northern Kentucky Convention Center made the top of the list once again. The facility has outgrown itself and has exceeded expectations since 2005 and must turn away conventions.
Another longtime regional priority is an urban campus for Gateway Community & Technical College. The first phase of the project is completed with Gateway having purchased and renovated the former Two Rivers Middle School on Scott Boulevard. Gateway is seeking $52.8 million for the second phase, which includes acquiring buildings nearby for renovation and building new ones to create an urban campus, encompassing several city blocks, which would revitalize the entire urban core.
Also on the list is the replacement of the Brent Spence Bridge.This project has been identified by the Chambers of Commerce in both Northern Kentucky and Cincinnati as a top regional priority.
Other projects on the list that also benefit Covington, are the Northern Kentucky Water District's request for $69 million to replace 175 miles of aging water lines in the Ohio riverfront region. Some of the lines are over 100 years old. These aging pipes are prone to breaking, and cause low water flow and discoloration. NKWD plans to match whatever funds the state provides.
The Licking River Greenway project was also included on the list this year. Officials are seeking $12.9 million to mitigate riverbank erosion by building a pedestrian path along the Ohio River and hiking and walking trails along the Licking River.
The Northern Kentucky Consensus Committee was created in 1989 at the request of our region's state lawmakers, who wanted Northern Kentucky to present a united voice and list of priorities to Frankfort. The Committee receives applications for projects every two years and selects their priorities based on need and impact. This year's list is scaled down, recognizing the challenging budgetary times the state and federal government is facing.
Click here to read an article from nky.com.
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KYTC Road Report 
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 6 would like the public to be aware of the following conditions and/or operations that are being reported for the Revive the Drive - NKY interstate projects. Changes and/or additions from last report are underlined on the report (click here to view). Motorists should be aware of possible delays or lane closures on the following projects:
Update of Information and Traffic Impacts for Revive the Drive - NKY
Both I-75 NB and SB will be reduced to two lanes this weekend
The I-75 SB entrance ramp from 4th Street, the I-75 SB entrance ramp from Kyles Lane (Exit 189) and the I-75 SB exit ramp to the Dixie Highway (Exit 188) will all be closed this weekend
REMEMBER - ALL ROAD CONSTRUCTION WORK IS WEATHER DEPENDENT!
For updated information go to: http://transportation.ky.gov/revivethedrive/
REVIVE THE DRIVE - NKY project and updated traffic impact information
I-75/I-71 NB/SB (MP 186-191) Cut in the Hill in Kenton County
Northbound I-75 (Cut in the Hill) MP 186-191
- This weekend beginning at 11:00 PM on Friday, August 5th thru 5:00 AM on Monday, August 8th, traffic will be reduced to two lanes between the Dixie Highway (Exit 188) and the Brent Spence Bridge.
Southbound I-75 (Cut in the Hill) MP 191-186
- This weekend beginning at 11:00 PM on Friday, August 5th thru 5:00 AM on Monday, August 8th, traffic will be reduced to two lanes between the Brent Spence Bridge and the Dixie Highway (Exit 188).
- The I-75 SB entrance ramp from 4th Street, the I-75 SB entrance ramp from Kyles Lane (Exit 189) and the I-75 SB exit ramp to the Dixie Highway (Exit 188) will all be closed this weekend.
Expect Delays. Use Alternate Routes.
Follow marked detours.
Project Summary - This area goes from the Rivard Drive underpass, which is north of Dixie Highway in Fort Mitchell, to the Brent Spence Bridge over the Ohio River. Work will replace sections of concrete pavement as well as joint repair work on several bridges. Cost of project: $14.2 million. John R. Jurgensen Company and Subsidiary, of Cincinnati, Ohio is the contractor. Expected completion: Dec. 1, 2011. |
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 Covington Farmers Market
Saturdays from May 7th to October 29th
August 6: Livin' Healthy special programs | Music by Linda Chaney, Taryn Valpey
August 13: Special Pet Day - Bring your doggies! | Music by Love Factory
August 20: Farmer's Fair - Market Relocated to Park & Court Streets | Music by Katherine Weaver
August 27: Fermentation is Awesome | Music by Honky Tonk
8:00 am to 2:00 pm
at
Goebel Park
501 Philadelphia Street
Questions? Call 859-292-2166 or click here.
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The 2011 Regional Neighborhood Network Conference (RNNC) will be held Thursday, September 22nd through Saturday, September 24th at the Hilton Netherland Plaza Hotel in Cincinnati, Ohio. RNNC 2011, the conference's Silver Anniversary, will be co-hosted by the Cities of Cincinnati, Ohio and Covington, Kentucky, marking the first time either city has hosted the event. The 2011 theme is, "Building Bridges, Making Connections: 25 Years of Connecting Neighbors to Neighborhoods." Both cities are proud members of the Regional Neighborhood Network which is comprised of 22 cities in 5 states (Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, Illinois and Tennessee) that convene annually for RNNC. We anticipate more than 500 participants representing grassroots community leaders, government, nonprofit organizations, corporations, and foundations.
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 New Edition Just Released!
Covington
Resident Handbook
New to Covington or know someone who is? Contact Suzann Gettys, Ombudsman and Community Relations Coordinator, by clicking here to receive a copy of this very useful publication. It contains all the information you need to get acclimated in Covington! Click on the picture for the fully downloadable booklet. (This is a large PDF file and may take several minutes to download.) |
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And from our Departments....
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Special Event Permits
Click here to view a list of Special Event Permits issued to date. This information is provided so that you may be aware of events that may take place in your neighborhood, and/or if they may have any street closures/restrictions associated with them.
Special Event Permit applications are available by clicking on the link below. If you have any questions, please call 292-2160.
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Ombudsman/Community Relations/Neighborhood Services
News from the Neighborhoods!
Austinburg
Austinburg Neighborhood Association's monthly meetings will now be held at Oakland Avenue Baptist Church, 603 E. 17th Street. Regular meetings are held on the second Monday of every month at 6:30 p.m. Click here to see the Austinburg brochure. For more information, visit www.austinburg.info
Botany Hills (West Covington)
Regular monthly meetings are the 3rd Thursday of each month at St. John's Congregational Church at 1235 Highway Avenue. For additional information, contact Ray Kingsbury at 261-4053 and visit www.botanyhills.org for agendas and meeting minutes. See below for DAZE event information.
Eastside
Regular meetings are the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month at OASIS, Inc. at 1016 Greenup Street at 6:00 pm.
The 25th Annual Old Timers Community Reunion is August 5, 6, 7 at Randolph Park. Opening Ceremony is 6:00 pmon August 5 at the Pavilion on Prospect Street.
Helentown
Regular meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 6:00 pm at the 15th & Garrard Street.
Kenton Hills
The Kenton Hills Walking Club meets every Monday evening in the neighborhood. Click here to contact president Joe Schamer. Click here for more Kenton Hills information.
DAZE
Devou Arts Zone Experience
Date: Saturday, August 13, 2011
Time: 12:00 - 9:00 pm
Location: Devou Park Amphitheatre, Covington, Kentucky
The Kenton Hills Neighborhood Association, Botany Hills Neighborhood Association, and Lewisburg Neighborhood Association are sponsoring an Art & Music Festival on August 13, 2011.
The event is free and open to the public. A full day of fun for all ages. The day's events start off with a wonderful performance by the Madcap Puppets at 12:30. The Comet Bluegrass All Stars and the Sonny Moorman Band are just some of the great bands scheduled to perform all day long.
The day also includes:
- Art and Fine Crafts Booths and
- Hands-On Activities for children
- Food Vendors will have tasty treats available to purchase
The event is free; however, a $5.00 donation is encouraged going to the Kentucky Symphony Renovation project of the Devou Park Amphitheatre.
Canned goods and other non-perishable personal items will also be collected and given to a local food pantry.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Contact: Joe Schamer, President Kenton Hills Neighborhood Association at joes@secoelectric.net or 859-581-2222.
For Art Booth information, contact Diana Grady at fanhands@yahoo.com.
Lewisburg
The regular monthly meetings of the Lewisburg Neighborhood Group are the 4th Thursday of each month at Prince of Peace School at St. John's Church, 625 West Pike Street at 6:30 pm. Contact lewisburg.neighborhood@gmail.com See above for DAZE event information.
Licking Riverside
Visit www.lickingriverside.org for additional information. Meetings are held the fourth Wednesday of the month. 6:30 pm is social 1/2 hour, and meetings are 7 - 8:00 pm, being held at various locations in the neighborhood. Contact Marc Hult at hult@hydrologist.com or visit www.lickingriverside.org
Old Seminary Square
The Old Seminary Square Neighborhood Association meets the 3rd Thursday of each month, 7:00 pm, at 1026 Russell Street. For additional information, please contact Greg Paeth at gregpaeth@fuse.net
Peaselburg
Regular monthly meetings are the 4th Monday of each month at the Center for Great Neighborhoods, 1650 Russell Street. There is a block watch meeting that begins at 6:00 pm with a representative from the Police Department, and the neighborhood association meeting begins at 7:00 pm. You can visit us at http://www.peaselburg.org
Residents of Mainstrasse Association (R.O.M.A.)
ROMA meets the first Wednesday of each month at 6:00 pm for the block watch portion of the meeting, and 6:30 for the neighborhood association meeting. Visit the website for meeting locations. For more information, visit http://romacovington.org
Ritte's East - Latonia
Regular meetings are held the 2nd Thursday of each month at Latonia Baptist Church, 38th & Church Street, at 7:00 pm. For more information, contact Donna Horine 261-3525.
 South Covington
Regular monthly meetings are the 2nd Thursday of each month at the Hands Pike Firehouse, 1255 Hands Pike. Social 1/2 hour begins at 6:30 pm and meetings begin at 7:00 pm. Click here to view the latest "KEY" SCCAA Newsletter. Contact Bill Wells at bill@southcovington.com or visit www.southcovington.com for agendas and meeting minutes.
ANNUAL YARD & CRAFT SALE - Saturday, September 10. Contact Bill Wells for space reservations.
Wallace Woods
Wallace Woods meetings are held the first Monday of each month at 7:00 pm at various locations in the neighborhood. The annual and famous Wallace Woods Yard Sale will be held June 4 this year. Visit http://wallacewoods.org/ for more neighborhood information, and to view the newsletter, "The Owl."
West Latonia Neighborhood Association
Regular monthly meetings are held the 3rd Monday of each month at Ninth District Elementary School on Indiana Avenue at 6:30 pm. For more information about the West Latonia Neighborhood Association, visit http://westlatonia.org
Westside
Westside Action Coalition meets on the second Tuesday of each month at the Center for Great Neighborhoods, 1650 Russell Street. Meetings start at 6:30 and are open to all Westside residents and friends of WAC. Park in the rear and enter the building through the door off the parking lot. For more information about WAC, meeting dates, current neighborhood improvement projects and activities, call Charlotte Webb at 859-261-0758, or visit WAC at www.westsideactioncoalition.org.
Click on the links below to view maps of Covington neighborhoods.
Covington Neighborhoods - North Map
Covington Neighborhoods - South Map
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NEW BOARDED-UP BUILDING ORDINANCE
On June 29, 2011, the City of Covington Board of Commissioners amended §92.06 of the Nuisance Code to require boarded openings to be painted on buildings that are deemed dangerous due to blight and/or neglect. Pursuant to this ordinance change the Code Enforcement Department is currently attempting to notify owners of affected properties.
If openings are not repaired with appropriate windows or doors within 30 days of notification, the boards must be painted a color that is consistent with the color of the structure, or painted black, and must be cut to fit the opening.
Non-compliance with this provision of the Nuisance Code can result in a fine of $100.00 per day per violation. City staff hopes to work with property owners in a cooperative spirit regarding this issue as opposed to the imposition of fines.
Should you have any questions regarding this ordinance or would like to report property with unpainted boarded openings, please contact Code Enforcement at 292-2323.
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Historic Preservation
Preservation Kentucky News
Historic Preservation Legislative Summit
August 18-19
Focus on education and advocacy
Workshop is open to anyone interested in state and national preservation legislation
Understanding the legislative process, crafting an effective message about the economic and practical benefits of historic preservation, and getting that message out to state and federal legislators will be the focus of a Historic Preservation Legislative Summit planned Thursday and Friday, Aug. 18-19 in Frankfort. The summit is co-sponsored by Preservation Kentucky Inc., a membership-based, nonprofit advocacy organization, and the Kentucky Heritage Council/State Historic Preservation Office.
Click here for complete press release with additional details.
Contact: Rachel M. Kennedy
502.871.4570
director@preservationkentucky.org
City of Covington Historic Preservation Officer
Beth Johnson 859-292-2171
bjohnson@covingtonky.gov
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Arts District
Click here for list of participating locations and artists!
Click here for description of show, dates and times.
www.covingtonarts.com
Natalie Bowers, Arts District Manager
859-292-2322
nbowers@covingtonky.gov
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Housing Authority of Covington (HAC) - Supporting Residents, Building Communities
The HAC's Resident Services Department works with over 25 local agencies to coordinate support services for current and former Jacob Price residents involved in the HOPE VI / Jacob Price Revitalization project. Support services offered to eligible residents include employment readiness and job training; early childhood and youth development; health education and assessments; life skills training on budgeting, homeownership and good credit; and case management supports. To date, more than 80 eligible public housing residents are participating in the HOPE VI process, and many have set goals toward greater financial independence and self-sufficiency. We want to thank all of our community partners for their support of the HOPE VI project and we look forward to working with each and every one over the next several years.
In addition to the HOPE VI project, the Resident Services Department sponsors many programs and events for all residents of public housing. Most recently, a Father's Day Celebration was held in City Heights on June 17, 2011, from 5:00-8:00 pm. Over 100 residents attended the event, which included music from a local radio personality and DJ, food and refreshments, face painting for the kids, health screenings for blood pressure and glucose levels, and many information booths sponsored by Covington Independent Schools, the Northern Kentucky Health Department, Northern Kentucky University / NACU, the Cabinet for Health and Family Services, City of Covington Recreation Department, City of Covington Police and Fire Departments, and the Kentucky Caregiver Program. We were also supported by the St. Augustine Parish Center / City Heights, Erlanger Baptist Church, the local Chapter of the NAACP, UK Cooperative Extension Service, and the Office of the Kenton County Attorney IV-D Program for local child support enforcement.
For more information on these and other Housing Authority resident initiatives, contact the Resident Services Department at 292-2591 or cbradburn@hacov.org.
HOPE VI NEWS
Click here for the latest edition of the Revitalization News that will update you on the HOPE VI project. There is so much going on that we will be publishing another addition in a few weeks. It is truly an exciting time. All of you have gone above and beyond the call of duty being involved in our committees. Thanks to you and your generous help, this is going to be a wonderful addition to Covington. What a wonderfully creative community we have! We can't do it without you.
Take a drive around the Jacob Price site, there is less to see as we are in the fourth phase of demolition. We have also had archeologist on-site to see if the people who lived on the property before 1939 left anything of historical significance. We will keep you informed.
Questions? Call Sheryl Schneider at (859) 655-7304.
The City of Covington Section 8 (Housing Choice Voucher) Program has a new location.
The new address is:
Covington City Hall
5th Floor - Suite 506
638 Madison Avenue
Covington, Kentucky 41011
Hours are 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. Questions? Please call 859-292-2188.
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Dog Licenses - Were due onJuly 1! Hurry in - Avoid a fine!
All Dogs in the City of Covington are subject to Licensing.
Dog Licenses: Altered $5.00 | Unaltered $10.00 | Vicious Dog Licenses: $30.00 (must show proof of current rabies and spay/neuter)
Dog licenses are due by July 1 of each year, and must be renewed annually.
Failure to purchase a City of Covington dog license can result in a fine of $60.00, which includes the $10.00 license fee.
Questions? Contact the Animal Control Office at 292-2292.
Click here to view the Animal Ordinance.
August and September Residential Street Sweeping Schedules
Please click on the month to view the dates and streets affected for August & September 2011.
Remember to move your vehicles timely to avoid ticketing.
Questions? Contact the Beautification Division at 292-2292.
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 Police Chief's Community Forum
You are invited to the Chief's community forum on August 17, 2011 at 7:00 pm. Please bring your concerns and comments to share with Covington's Chief of Police, Lee W. Russo.
We look forward to seeing you there.
Date: 8/17/2011 (Wednesday)
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Covington Police Headquarters Building, 20th and Madison Avenue
 Visit us on facebook!
You can view the Police Department's Official Facebook Page at www.facebook.com/CovKyPD
Questions? Contact the Community Relations Division at 859-292-2257.
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Sunday, August 14:
Covington Pools & Water Park Close
Covington Pool Locations:
Gus Sheehan Pool | 1364 Parkway Avenue near Devou Park
Goebel Pool | 743 Dalton Street
Randolph Park Pool | 800 Greenup Street
Water Park at Cappel Sports Complex | 157 East 43rd Street
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES!
Are you looking to make a difference and get your hands dirty at the same time? The Recreation Department has many volunteer opportunities: Habitat Restoration along the Licking River Greenway, cleanup around Prisoner's Lake or join efforts of one of our Community Gardens.
Licking River Greenway Cleanup and Restoration Continues in Covington!
Click here for the latest Licking River Greenway Newsletter.
Call the Recreation Department with any questions about events or programs at 292-2151.
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Contact Information
Administrative Personnel
Mayor & Commissioners Office
292-2127
Larry Klein, City Manager
292-2160
Larisa Sims, Assistant City Manager
292-2160
Keith Bales, Code Enforcement Director
292-2323
Tom Logan, Department of Public Improvements Director
292-2112
Jackson Kinney, Community Development Department Director
292-2163
Bob Due, Finance Director
292-2175
Chuck Norris, Fire Chief
431-0462
Aaron Wolfe-Bertling, Executive Director, Community Housing Resource Group
292-2188
Jo Ann Simpson, Human Resources and Personnel Director
292-2161
Frank Warnock, City Solicitor, Legal Department
292-2311
Maggie Nyhan, City Clerk, Legal Department
292-2314
Suzann Gettys, Ombudsman / Community Relations / Neighborhood Services
292-2141
Lee Russo, Police Chief
292-2220
Natalie Gardner, Recreation Director
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Covington Independent Public Schools
Covington Adult High School Graduates 21 Non-traditional Diploma Students
Covington Independent Public Schools announce that the following students earned their Holmes High School diploma this year at Covington Adult High School:
Hawo H. Abdirahman
Alesha I. Barkhau
Rod'Keem T. Blackwell
Ashleigh J. Conner
Jessica. J. Day
Jaycene E. Edmonson
Dylan T. Goins
Ashley N. Gregory
Robert L. Grivetti
Ryan B. Hall
Joshua I. Halpin
Breana E. Jackson
Jessica L. Jenkins
Devonte D. Johnson
J'Hvin B. Landrum
Destiny N. Martin
Tamara L. Mason
Jacob K. Penick
Samuel L. Remley
Katelyn M. Schaub
Anthony J. Vice
Covington Adult High School offers adult students age sixteen and up the opportunity to earn a Holmes High School diploma in a non traditional setting. The students are those who, for a variety of reasons, were unable to earn sufficient credits in high school to receive their diplomas. At Covington Adult High School students study a minimum of 20 hours per week often before and after their part and full time jobs. They work one-on-one with teachers, as needed, and study independently on up to two courses at a time. The school works closely with Holmes guidance counselors to ensure that students are working on the necessary courses. The students must meet the high academic standards required by the state of Kentucky and Holmes High School. Some students earn enough credit and develop the skills to re-enroll at Holmes and graduate in the annual commencement. For information about Covington Adult High School call 859 292-5864.
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Covington After Hours
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Marriott RiverCenter
10 RiverCenter Boulevard
Covington, KY
Guest Speaker will be Dr. Ed Hughes of the Gateway Community College. He will be giving the group an urban campus update. In addition, the Friends of Covington have arranged a performance by Ron Esposito on the Crystal Singing Bowls and Tibetan Singing Bowls.
Complimentary Hors d'oeuvres
Cash Bar
Sponsored by:
Friends of Covington
Latonia Business Association
MainStrasse Village Association
Center for Great Neighborhoods
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 Free Cell Phones for Low Income Individuals
Sprint announced recently it will bring its Assurance Wireless service for people who receive government subsidies to Kentucky. The service, which is already available in 25 states, provides a cell phone and 250 minutes per month for free. The goal is to connect people with potential employers, medical provider and child caregivers, according to a Sprint news release.
The wireless provider estimated more than 350,000 Kentuckians would be eligible for the service.
After the 250 minutes are used, customers can purchase additional minutes or capabilities such as texting and international calling.
People eligible for service include those who participate in the following programs: Medicaid, food stamps, Temporary Assistance to Needy Families, Supplemental Security Income, Section 8 federal housing assistance, Low Income Home Energy Assistance and the National School Lunch Program's free lunch offering. Documentation is required to prove you're eligible.
For information, visit Assurancewireless.com or call 1-800-395-2171.
Read more: http://www.kentucky.com/2011/06/17/1777845/sprint-launches-cell-service-for.html#ixzz1Q14FuJsL
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7th Annual Art Off Pike, Street Arts Festival, will be held on Sunday, October 9, 2011 from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. This one-day-a-year event attracts between 2,000-3,000 Art-loving visitors from the Greater Cincinnati region to Covington. Save the Date!
CALLL IS NOW OPEN FOR ARTIST BOOTHS!! This year, Art Off Pike has contracted with ZAPPlication, a free online resource for Artists. The website is a popular resource that provides Artists with a place to view income and exhibition opportunities.
Now in its Seventh year, the Art Off Pike Annual Street Arts Festival is Covington's oldest public Arts event and is bringing together a wide variety of artists whose works will be on display and for sale amongst an urban setting in the heart of Covington's downtown. As people discover the artwork presented by the artist booths lining the streets, children are invited to take part in 'Picasso's Playground', a kids cornucopia of art activities hosted by local Arts non-profit organizations. Musicians will be playing throughout the day at four separate stations and food vendors will offer their tasty treats. Don't miss this event!
If you would like more information on how to be involved, please email nbowers@covingtonky.gov or call 859-292-2322.
Click here to view photos from Art Off Pike 2010.
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Summer at the Covington Library
502 Scott Boulevard (859) 962-4060
The Covington library has begun a renovation and expansion. This will be a five-phase project that is expected to be completed by 2013.
Summer Calendar Now Available
Click here to view the three month summer calendar of events taking place at the Kenton County Public Library in June, July and August. All events and classes are free.
Covington Library Parking Lot Closed - Free parking available across the street
 The parking lot at the Kenton County Public Library's Covington Branch will be closed due to construction. Those visiting the Covington library can use the Mid-Town parking garage located at the corner of Fifth and Scott streets, directly across from the library. Visitors should bring in their parking ticket to be validated at the library during their visit for free parking. The north ramp entrance to the library will be accessible during this phase of construction.
Phase one of the Covington Library branch renovation and expansion project will be underway within the next few weeks. Phase one includes the construction of temporary staff offices on the first floor, construction of the new circulation department and drive thru and beginning of construction of the lower level children's department. The Covington Branch library will be open during the renovation process.
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 Carnegie Theatre Series Presents: PIPPIN
Book by Roger O Hirson | Music & Lyrics by Stephen Schwartz
Weekends August 19 - September 3, 2011
War, politics, women; nothing seems to bring fulfillment for young Prince Pippin. As he searches for his "corner of the sky," a fantastical band of players guides Pippin on a tortuous journey to a spectacular and deadly finale. Bursting with energetic Fosse choreography and hip tunes by three-time Oscar-winning composer Stephen Schwartz (WICKED, GODSPELL), PIPPIN is a fun, sexy and dangerous fairy tale of self-discovery.
Celebrated director and NKU theatre chief Ken Jones leads the region's top young talent from the award-winning musical theatre programs at NKU, CCM and Wright State University.
Tickets may be purchased through The Carnegie Box Office at 859.957.1940, open Tuesday through Friday, noon to 5:00pm, or online at www.thecarnegie.com.
The Carnegie is One of 500 Finalists for Toyota's 100 Cars for Good Program
The Carnegie Visual and Performing Arts Center has been selected as a finalist in Toyota's 100 Cars for Good program and they need your support! Help them win a brand new Toyota vehicle by taking a moment to vote for them at www.facebook.com/toyota on August 9, 2011!
Instructors with The Carnegie's education department teach more than 400 arts classes throughout the year at area schools. If the Carnegie wins this new car, they would use it to not only travel back and forth to the schools, but to also transport all of the supplies needed to execute its arts programming.
You can learn more about The Carnegie, and how winning the Toyota will help them by checking out this video on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/CarnegieArts#p/u/3/Twhwd17McYY
Main Line: (859) 491-2030 | Box Office: (859) 957-1940
Hours of Operation: Business Hours: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm
www.thecarnegie.com
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The Baker Hunt Art & Cultural Center
The WORMS Are Coming!
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The Baker Hunt Art & Cultural Center
Classes Fill Fast !
W.O.R.M.S.
"We Are Organic Recycling Mulchers"
Students discover the excitement of growing their own produce and study great works of art that were inspired by nature. Ages 6 - 12 years
Fall WORMS
August 6 - September 24
All Classes on Saturdays, 9:00 to 10:30am
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The Baker Hunt Art & Cultural Center 2011 Lecture Series
Sponsored by "The Friends of Baker Hunt"
August 14 | 2:00 pm
"Rose, a Woman of Colour: A Slave's Struggle for Freedom in the Courts of Kentucky" and "Suing For Freedom In Kentucky"
Arnold Taylor, J.D., Author
Click here for Lecture Topics and Schedule
Proceeds benefit the Baker Hunt Programs, seating is limited.
Baker Hunt Art & Cultural Center
620 Greenup Street
Covington, Kentucky 41011
859.431.0020
www.bakerhunt.com
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Behringer Crawford Museum
1600 Montague Road - Devou Park
Covington, KY 41011
859-491-4003
info@bcmuseum.org
www.bcmuseum.org
TOT TUESDAYS! Visit our website for the program of the week!
For more information, please call 859-491-4003 or email info@bcmuseum.org.
Super Sunday Family Programming
sponsored by
The Greater Cincinnati Foundation
Super Sunday Schedule
Aug. 14 Beatles versus Beetles
Sept. 25 Steamboats' A'comin' 200 Years
Oct. 9 Day of the Dead
Nov. 13 Heritage from the Hills
Dec. 11 Christmas Around the World
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City of Covington
Ombudsman/Community Relations Office
638 Madison Avenue
Covington, Kentucky 41011
859-292-2141
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