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City of Covington E-News
May 2012
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Covington City Hall will be closed Monday, May 28 in observance of Memorial Day. |
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MAY MEETINGS
May 1 - City of Covington Legislative Commission Meeting - 6:00 pm - Commission Chambers, Covington City Hall, 638 Madison Avenue
May 2 - Board of Adjustment Meeting- 5:30 pm- Commission Chambers, Covington City Hall, 638 Madison Avenue
May 3 - Kenton County Planning Commission- 6:15 pm - Commission Chambers, NKAPC Building, 2332 Royal Drive, Fort Mitchell, KY
May 7 - Human Rights Commission- 5:30 pm - Community Development Conference Room 4th Floor, Covington City Hall, 638 Madison Avenue
May 8 - City of Covington Commission Caucus Meeting - 6:00 pm - Commission Chambers, Covington City Hall, 638 Madison Avenue Click here for agenda.
May 9 - Code Enforcement Hearing Board- 5:00 pm - Commission Chambers, Covington City Hall, 638 Madison Avenue Click here for docket.
May 16 - Police Chief's Community Forum - 7:00 pm - 20th and Madison Ave, Covington, Ky
May 21 - Urban Design Review Board- 4:00 pm - Commission Chambers, Covington City Hall, 638 Madison Avenue Click here for agenda.
May 23 - Code Enforcement Hearing Board- 5:00 pm - Commission Chambers, Covington City Hall, 638 Madison Avenue
May 29 - City of Covington Legislative Commission Meeting - 6:00 pm - Commission Chambers, Covington
City Hall, 638 Madison Avenue
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City Web Calendar
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 the Brent Spence Bridge Update. Public Input will be taken until May 25. Visit the webpage for additional information.
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Covington Farmers Market
Saturdays
May - October
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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.
New Location!
UP and CBC have moved to:
50 E. Rivercenter Blvd
Covington, KY 41011
859-431-1500
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Streetlight Out?
Duke Energy has online reporting available.
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Problems with Circular Delivery?
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to access the
2010-2012
Latonia Directory
If you'd like to receive a hard copy of the directory, please call 581-8974, or email your request by clicking here.
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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.
Click here to view video about registration rules and tax information.
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Mayor & City Commissioners
Mayor Charles ScheperCommissioner Sherry Carran
Commissioner Steve Casper
Commissioner Steve Frank
Commissioner Shawn Masters
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New Businesses in Covington
Hometown Urgent Care and WorkCare Center
4387 Winston Avenue
Covington, Kentucky 41015
859-431-7300
www.Hometownurgentcare.com
Contact: Mike Horn at mikeh@hometownurgentcare.com
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 7:30 pm and Sat/Sun 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Hometown Urgent Care and WorkCare Center has just opened a new location in Covington in the Latonia Centre Plaza near Kroger.
Hometown is an urgent care and occupational health center with onsite x-rays, prescriptions, labs, and EKGs. They offer treatment for everything from coughs and colds to minor injuries such as minor fractures, lacerations, sprains, infections and common illnesses. They also offer drug screening, lower co-pays and shorter wait times.
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 Wolf & Co. Bistro
14 East 5th Street
Covington, KY 41011
513-835-7054
Keelin Harrison
contezeb@yahoo.com
Sunday through Saturday 10:30 am to 2:00 pm
This family owned bistro serves up some wonderful soups, salads, coffee & sandwiches. They have low prices, great food, wi-fi, great location, and an outdoor patio. Come join us for lunch fun.
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 Wunderbar!
1132 Lee Street
Covington, KY 41011
859-815-8027
Visit on Facebook
11:30 a.m.-1 a.m. Tuesday-Sunday, with happy hour specials from 4-8 p.m. daily.
Wunderbar! Serves authentic German food and German, import and craft beers. The menu, which changes frequently, includes house-made sausages, potato salad, riesen brezels (giant pretzels), krautsalat (cabbage salad) and specials, which have included zwiebelkuchen, a savory onion pie, and potato pancakes. Everything is made in-house, from the sausages to the mustard to top them with, using as many local ingredients as possible. There are nearly 30 bottled beers and six local or German beers on draft. The picnic tables, made at Grant Vocational School, give Wunderbar! a German bier haus feel, or have a seat on the an outdoor patio.
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Service First Logistics
525 W. 5th Street
Suite 213
Covington, KY 41011
859-344-5100
Royce Neubauer
Royce@servicefirstlogisticsinc.com
www.servicefirstlogisticsinc.com
Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
Service First Logistics (SFL) is a Third party logistics firm, who specializes in FWL Truckload, LTL, Intermodal, and container shipments. Our mission is to implement and sustain unmatched service standards for our customers, carriers, employees, and community through a team oriented, results driven partnerships.
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 Goodfellas Pizzeria
603 Main Street
Covington, KY 41011
859-916-5209
www.goodfellaspizzeria.com
Opening Soon! Goodfellas Pizzeria will soon be opening its first store outside of Lexington in MainStrasse Village.
"People are going to love the pizza. We take tremendous pride in what we do. All of our food is Italian-themed, things like you'd get in a little New York pizzeria."  Goodfellas caters to the late-night pizza crowd with its hours and expects the Covington store to stay open and offer delivery until 2:30 or 3 a.m. and will have a "fun, high-energy" atmosphere. Workers hand-toss pizza crusts, some as large as 24 inches, and often put on a show, doing tricks with the dough. The Covington restaurant's first-floor pizzeria will feature pizza by the slice in a glass display case, as well as an outdoor patio. The second floor will be a more of a tavern called The Wise Guy, with elite bourbons, craft beers, leather sofas and coffee tables. Goodfellas will also offer lunch specials.
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 Whackburger
Opening This Month! Whackburger's inspiration is action comic books. It will serve gourmet burgers made from fresh meat on Madison Ave., across from the Madison Theater. There will be 14 specialty burgers served, and will be open for lunch, dinner and late night dining. |
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KYTC Road Report
Update of Information and Traffic Impacts for Revive the Drive - NKY
Major Ramp Closure - I-275 EB Ramp (Exit 74B) to I-471 NB To Begin Friday, May 4th
Click here for complete May 4 Road Report with additional information.
Lane Closure for the Cut in the Hill
I-75 NB (187 - 189 mile-marker) - Friday, May 11th, I-75 NB will have a lane closure in place for a maintenance project. The closure will be in place from 11 PM to 5 AM. Motorists should watch for the lane closure, equipment and crews when travelling thru the Cut in the Hill. This work was cancelled last week due to rain.
New Closures Beginning May 18:
Major Ramp Closures at the I-275/I-471 Interchange scheduled to occur beginning May 18th
Click here for the complete May 11 report.
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Discover Covington was created to promote the history, diversity and urbanity of the City of Covington as well as its economic potential through a broad and extensive marketing campaign. Its purpose is to position the city as the premiere destination in Northern Kentucky for visitors, tourists and prospective residents and business owners. With the support of all Covingtonians, Discover Covington will provide an opportunity to celebrate the city's past, improve its present image and help Covington continue to grow in the future. www.discovercovington.com
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 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
It's the season for many events, and as a reminder, Special Event Permits are required to be submitted 45 days prior to the date of your event. If you have any questions, please call Angela Cook at 859-292-2160.
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.
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Ombudsman/Community Relations/Neighborhood Services
News from the Neighborhoods
Austinburg
Austinburg Neighborhood Association's monthly meetings are held at Oakland Avenue Baptist Church, 603 E. 17th Street. For more information contact Don Dodson, President, at dondodson@insightbb.com or call 859-630-6242, or 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.
Eastside
Regular meetings are the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month at OASIS, Inc. at 1016 Greenup Street at 6:00 pm. Call 655-9800 for additional information.
Helentown
Regular meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 6:00 pm at the Life Learning Center at 15th & Garrard Streets. Click here to contact Chair, Tom Wherry.
Kenton Hills
The Kenton Hills Neighborhood Association meets the fourth Monday of every other month at various locations in the neighborhood. The next meeting will be on Monday, May 14. (This is an "off" date, due to the regular meeting falling on Memorial Day.) The Kenton Hills Walking Club meets every Monday evening in the neighborhood. Click here for more Kenton Hills information.
Levassor Park Neighborhood Association
Regular meetings are held the 3rd Monday of each month at 7:00 pm at the Covington Housing Authority building, 2300 Madison Avenue. For additional information, please contact Frank Knapp at 431-4128 or fjbknapp@aol.com or levassorpark@fuse.net.
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
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
Monte Casino
Monte Casino residents have just begun meeting to discuss forming a new neighborhood association. The next meeting will be Wednesday, June 13 at 6:30 pm at the Center for Great Neighborhoods at 1650 Russell Street. Questions? Contact Jody at 866-7531 or click here for more information. To sign up to be on our Monte Casino e-distribution list, please click here and select the Monte Casino list.
Old Seminary Square
The Old Seminary Square Neighborhood Association meets the 3rd Thursday of each month, 7:00 pm, at the Childrens Law Center at 10th & Russell Streets. 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.
Rosedale - Latonia
Residents in the Rosedale neighborhood are discussing establishing a neighborhood association in their area. For more information, contact Suzann Gettys, Ombudsman/Community Relations Coordinator for the City of Covington, at 292-2141 or sgettys@covingtonky.gov. If you would like to sign up to receive email information about the Rosedale neighborhood, please click here and check the "Latonia-Rosedale" distribution list. Rosedale residents have created a facebook page for residents to visit and comment. If you do not have email, or know someone that does not have email but would like to have the neighborhood information mailed to them, please call 292-2141. You can also access additional Latonia information by clicking here.
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. Next meeting will be May 10 with Guest Speakers: Mayor Chuck Scheper and Commissioner Shawn Masters presenting the Commission's new 10-Point Action Plan. After the presentation, there will be open discussion with residents about the plan. 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.
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 Wallace Woods yard Sale will be held on June 9 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. The next meeting will be Monday, May 21. Executive Committee Elections will take place at the May meeting. For more information about the West Latonia Neighborhood Association, visit http://westlatonia.org or call Josh Scarpaci at 912-1255 or click here.
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. All Westside residents and friends of WAC are welcome. When attending a WAC meeting, park behind the CGN building and use the rear entrance. For more information about WAC and its current neighborhood improvement projects and activities, call Elaine Jobert at 859-462-5333 or visit the WAC web site 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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Code Enforcement Department |
Got a problem property in your neighborhood?
Please give us a call and let us know about it. The City of Covington has ordinances regarding property maintenance, and the Code Enforcement Department inspects properties for possible violations in order to help improve the appearance of our neighborhoods.
The Code Enforcement Department also addresses issues within the Nuisance Code and Solid Waste and Litter Ordinance. Click on the ordinance to view it.
If you have any questions, please call 292-2323. |
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Community Development Department |
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Renaissance Covington
Saturday, May 19, 2012
35 mi. guided ride through Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky local food outlets, from farm to garden to market. Medium difficulty.
Ride starts 8:00 am at Findlay Market (Race and Liberty) and ends at Covington Farmers Market (Park and Court) with lunch provided. Free.
Click here to sign up, reserve a meal, and get additional details or contact Katie Meyer at 859-292-2166 for more information.
Historic Preservation
You are very cordially invited to the
2012 River Cities Preservation Awards
Thursday, May 24th
6:30 PM
The Sanctuary Event Center
417 E 6th Street
Newport, KY
This annual awards ceremony acknowledges outstanding preservation projects and the efforts of citizens working to rehabilitate and restore our historic buildings. During National Preservation Month, the Ohio River cities of Covington, Newport, and Bellevue come together and celebrate our local preservation achievements.
Please join us in honoring the following Covington winners:
- Exterior Restoration-Residential: 3211 Decoursey Ave., Pat Huber
- Exterior Restoration-Mixed Use/Commercial: Kings Crossing, 1126-1130 Garrard Street
- Rehabilitation- Residential: 401 W 9th Street, Orleans Development
- Rehabilitation- Adaptive Reuse: Thomas Edison School- 1516 Scott Street
- Stewardship: The Bank of Kentucky, 231 Scott Street
- Karen and Peter Rafuse Memorial Award: Chuck Eilerman
Please call 859-292-2171 for further information.
Arts District
Call to Artists
Flowers are not the only thing blooming this Spring. The Arts too are springing alive with several call to artists. So, all you creatives, grab your instrument of choice and let your voices be heard.
Click here for all kinds of information!
Zoning
Zoning Web Page Up and Running!
The Land Use and Zoning page of www.makecovingtonhome.com is up and running! You can now check the zoning on your property, refer to the Covington Zoning Ordinance, download and fill out zoning permit applications, and refer to the Board of Adjustment schedule and procedures all in one place.
Board of Adjustment Calendar for 2012.
Please click here to view schedule of hearing dates.
For additional information, please contact Andrew Juengling, Zoning Specialist, at ajuengling@covingtonky.gov or call (859)-292-2135.
Economic Development News
Announcement - Proposals Received for Riverfront Development
The City of Covington has received three proposals from development groups for riverfront projects along the Ohio River in Covington, according to the City's Department of Community Development. Two proposals were in response to a Request for Proposals (RFP) the City issued in late November, 2011, for a project area at the north end of Madison Avenue, while one of the two respondents to the RFP submitted a third proposal for a project in the area of the earthen levee west of Madison Place off Rivercenter Boulevard. The RFP solicited interest in either land-based or water-based private development, or for a combination of land and water based proposals.
The proposals that were received are posted here. The City is interested in receiving public input on the proposals, so anyone wishing to forward comments to the City regarding the proposals may do so by clicking on this e-mail link:riverfrontRFPcomments@covingtonky.gov
Riverfront Development
How Covington develops the Ohio Riverfront is an important element in the City's revitalization strategy. The City's neighbor to the north, Cincinnati, is continuing with significant improvements to its riverfront, for public use/public recreation space, such as in Sawyer Point Park and the areas between Paul Brown Stadium and Great American Ball Park.
Cincinnati has also accommodated private developments in its public riverfront space for water-based development such as The Majestic Show Boat, and for land-based development such as The Montgomery Inn & Boathouse, and the recently opened Christian Moerlein Lager House.
The City is interested in pursuing public space/public recreation improvements to areas along the Ohio Riverfront, and considering the integration of private use proposals that would complement the community's riverfront improvement objectives. The RFP that was issued will address possible private use developments.
The Proposals
The map posted with this announcement shows the general location of the three project proposals.
Boca Hotel Group Proposals
A proposal for the RFP Area was submitted by Boca Hotel Group, LLC, for what is being called "The Sail Project," which relates to the design concept for a 28 story mixed use building that would include a hotel, luxury apartments, and two unique restaurant concepts. The Sail Project is proposed to be situated over the Overlook at the north end of Madison Avenue. The proposal includes 128 hotel rooms, 136 apartments, two restaurants (one 6,000 square feet, the other 7,000 square feet), with one located at ground level and the other a roof top restaurant.
According to Boca, the total estimated development budget is $49.5 million. Boca proposes a construction start date for the first quarter of 2013, with opening of the project the end of 2014.
Corporex Realty & Investment/Jeff Ruby Culinary Entertainment Proposal
Another proposal for the RFP Area was submitted by Corporex Realty & Investment, LLC and Jeff Ruby Culinary Entertainment. That proposal would involve a two phase development. Phase I entails the relocation, refurbishment and reopening of The Waterfront Restaurant at a location on the river off the Overlook, and moored to the Overlook at the northern end of Madison Avenue. The proposal indicated a possible opening date for The Waterfront Restaurant for early to mid-Summer 2012. The Waterfront Restaurant has been closed since early in 2011 when the barge broke loose from its mooring near the Clay Wade Bailey Bridge at the end of Bakewell Street. The barge is currently moored at the Bakewell Street location.
According to the Corporex/Ruby submittal, Phase II projects would be implemented at a future point based on the availability of funding. Phase II projects would include riverfront landscaping and improvements consistent with the City's Waterfront Development Master Plan and Southbank's Riverfront Commons trail plans. Phase II would also include a floating boardwalk, marina and wharf, and a water-based restaurant and/or other attraction in a second mooring east of The Waterfront Restaurant. General information was provided on possible Phase I costs and funding sources.
Boca also submitted a proposal for a location outside the RFP area for what they are calling "The Kentucky Queen Hotel, Conference Center & Dinner Playhouse Project." According to Boca, The Kentucky Queen project would involve a historically themed hotel, conference, and entertainment center inspired by the area's past of famous riverboats. The proposed land based development would feature a large river facing and live music oriented nightclub and New Orleans influenced restaurant.
Boca is proposing The Kentucky Queen project be built generally on top of and on the south side of the earthen levee west of Madison Place and north of Rivercenter Boulevard, with a lower level parking garage. The proposal also involves a 600 seat dinner theater on the south side of Rivercenter Boulevard, which would fall in the currentIRS property. At the present time the City has no adopted Redevelopment Plan relating to the IRS property, although in 2011 the City did submit a Letter of Intent to work with the General Services Administration/IRS in planning for the possible relocation of the IRS facility in this general area. No timetable has been agreed to between the City and GSA/IRS on this planning work and potential redevelopment project. According to BOCA the total estimated development budget for the hotel and dinner playhouse would be $37.75 million. Boca indicated a development schedule similar to that for The Sail Project.
In moving forward with consideration of the proposals, the City has organized a Review Team that will work with the City Commission in the review and evaluation of the proposed projects. According to Jackson Kinney, Director of Community Development, "The City is hoping to complete the review and action on the proposals in the next 90 days."
Covington Businesses in the News
Job Fair
Friday, May 11, 2012
12:00 - 2:00 pm
Food, Door Prizes & Drawings
Resumes & Applications accepted - Interviews on the spot!
Free Gifts!
We just expanded our site to 45,000 sq. ft. and plan to hire 200 new staff members! Come out and see if you can become a part of our TEAM!
Background Check and Drug Screening may apply.
4351 Winston Avenue | Covington, KY 41015 (in the Latonia Centre, Kroger plaza)
Check Us Out on the WEB at www.plazarecovery.com or www.acb-recovery.com
Questions? Call 859-655-6467 or email us at Jobs@Plazarecovery.com
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Ashland Inc. named to this year's Fortune 500 List
Covington's Ashland Inc. was again named to the Fortune 500 list, an annual ranking of America's largest companies by Fortune magazine.
Ashland comes in at No. 307. Its profits were up 24.7 percent to $414 million. |
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Department of Public Improvements
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Road Re-Surfacing Projects
Please click here to view the list of streets in Covington that will be re-surfaced this season. Questions? Contact Mike Yeager in the Engineering Division at 292-2112.
Changes to Animal Control Services
Animal Control Services are now provided to the City of Covington by Kenton County. Calls for service related to animal issues should be reported to Kenton County Dispatch at 356-3191.
Reminder to Pet Owners: Pick up after your Pets!
A common complaint the City receives is about the failure of pet owners to properly clean up after their pets. The City of Covington has ordinances regarding picking up after your pets.
§ 90.60 REMOVAL OF ANIMAL EXCREMENT.
No person shall allow an animal under his or her control to be upon public property or upon the property of another, absent the consent of the owner or occupant of the property, without some device for the removal and containment of the dog's, cat's, or other animal's excrement; nor shall any person fail to remove any excrement deposited by any animal under his or her control on public or private property. This section shall not apply to guide dogs under the control of a blind person.
 (F) Whoever violates § 90.60 shall be deemed guilty of a violation and shall be fined $50.
Please remember to be a good neighbor and a responsible pet owner. No one likes to step in a mess - or be fined.
Thank you for your cooperation!
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Covington Firefighters Recognized by Covington Rotary
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(L to R) Phil Schmidt, Fire Chief Chuck Norris, Capt. Scott McVey, Capt. John Martin, Capt. Chris Kiely and Eng. Nick Nazzarine.
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The Covington Rotary annually recognizes members of the Covington Fire Department for their accomplishments and acts of heroism. The recipients were honored at the Rotary luncheon on March 20th surrounded by families. It is a great honor to be selected for these awards and they are well deserved. It takes the entire TEAM of the 119 members of the fire department to provide the high level of service to the community. This year's honorees were:
- Captain Chris Kiely - Self Improvement Award
- Captain John Martin - Administration Award
- Captain Scott McVey and Engineer Nick Nazzarine - Hero Award
 Grill Safety
Each year fire departments across the country respond to fires involving grills and outdoor cooking equipment. Taking a few minutes to inspect, clean and properly operate your grill will reduce the chances of a life changing accident. Everyone enjoys spending time grilling with friends and family; please take the time to ensure a safe experience. Inspect, maintain and clean your equipment to ensure they function properly. Keep children and pets away from equipment during use and until it is cold to the touch. Always close the propane tank valve when not in use to reduce the chance of a leak. Never store propane tanks inside a structure and always operate a safe distance (10' minimum) from your home. In multi-family dwellings (3 or more units) grills of any type are prohibited on balconies, under overhangs or within 10 feet of the structure. Gas cylinders shall not be used within 10 feet of doors or windows and 20 feet from air intake openings of air conditioning or other ventilation system of any structure. If your grill malfunctions and becomes involved in fire, leave the area and call the fire department. Please click here for complete information, including links for you to watch attached videos from the NFPA on grill safety.
Call the Covington Fire Department with any questions at 431-0462.
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Human Resources / Personnel Department |
Accepting Applications
Click here for a list of current openings at the City of Covington. Please click on an opening in the list to view details and apply. Click here to access the Human Resources webpage.
Questions? Please call 292-2161
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Police Chief's Community Forum
You are invited to the Chief's community forum on May 16, 2012 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: 5-16-12 (Wednesday)
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Covington Police Headquarters Building, 20th and Madison Avenue
Report a Crime - Anonymously
If you have observed criminal acts happening throughout the city or in your own neighborhood and want to help the Police "Take a bite out of crime!" - give us a call. We have set up a telephone line for just this type of thing. You don't even have to leave your name and number unless you want to.
Call us at 491-TIPS
With your help, we can make this a better and safer community in which to live!
Please remember that all general reports for service should still go through police dispatch at 292-2222 and all emergencies should be reported to 911.
Information given will be forwarded to the proper personnel in a timely manner.
 Visit us on facebook!
You can view the Police Department's Official Facebook Page at www.facebook.com/CovKyPD
 Follow us on Twitter!
You can now follow the Covington PD on Twitter!
Click on the twitter logo or click here.
Questions? Contact the Community Relations Division at 859-292-2257.
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Upcoming Events!
 Challenger Soccer Camp
Bill Cappel Youth Sports Complex
Monday, June 18 - Friday, June 22
Ages 5 - 9 and 10 - 14
Offer two half day sessions: 9:00am - 12:00pm or 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Please call down to the Recreation Office for more questions, 859-292-2151
 Saturday, May 19th
Fishing Derby Saturday, May 19th 9:00 am Prisoners Lake, Devou Park Registration is from 9am to 10am, fishing is from 10am to 12pm. Ages 5-15 welcome to fish. Please bring your own fishing pole and bait. Lunch provided after fishing. 
Licking River Greenway & Trails Meet at Holmes High School parking lot. See below for the next opportunity for volunteers to clean up along the Licking River. Next Available Licking River Greenway Trail Days: Saturday, June 30th Saturday, August 11th Saturday, September 29th Saturday, November 17th 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. 
Devou Park Backcountry Trail Building Come out and help make some awesome trails in Devou! For more information, please follow one of the following links: http://www.covingtonky.gov/index.asp?page=parks_new http://devouparktrails.bikeclicks.com/ 
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Community Housing Resource Group - Housing Authority
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Rivers Edge at Eastside Pointe - Groundbreaking Celebration
(Pictured from left to right: Amon Martin, Vicki Wilbon, Aaron Wolfe-Bertling, Rita Dreyer, Commissioner Steve Casper, Congressman Geoff Davis, Mayor Chuck Scheper, Jim Rose, Hal Keller, Mark Walton, Rick McQuady, Glenn Kukla, Commissioner Sherry Carran and Michelle Sherrill. Picture courtesy of Phillip Ridley)
The Ground Breaking ceremony for the new River's Edge at Eastside Pointe was recently held with a breakfast followed by the actual ceremony on site where Congressman Geoff Davis made an appearance. Over 100 stakeholders, residents and dignitaries participated in the celebration.
This event has kicked off the Housing Authority of Covington's 75th Anniversary celebration and has helped define not only who we are but also demonstrate the positive impact that we are currently having and will continue to have on our residents and the City of Covington.
The Housing Authority of Covington would like to thank the Commissioners, staff, partners, residents and the community of Covington for participating in the Ground Breaking Ceremony for River's Edge at Eastside Pointe.
First Annual Housing Authority of Covington Spelling Bee
The Housing Authority of Covington (HAC) was delighted to recently host the "1st Annual Housing Authority of Covington Spelling Bee". The event was held in the City Heights Community Room.
The main goal of the event was to help student's value education and discipline, improve their spelling abilities, increase their vocabulary, and develop proper English.
The competition was designed to allow 3rd-5th grade students to gain experience through the process of competition and evaluation. We want our young residents to develop skills and build confidence in public speaking.
Residents prepared for the competition for 7 weeks through HAC and partner programs including Covington Independent Public Schools and the Boys and Girls Club.
Students competed to demonstrate their spelling abilities, win prizes and claim the 1st place title.
Winners of the 1st Annual Housing Authority of Covington Spelling Bee 2012 are:
3rd Grade - Raul Beck-Abad
4th Grade - Keyala Johnson
5th Grade - Amaiah Perry
The event was organized by HAC Education Coordinator, Jon Adkins.
The Spelling bee will continue to be an annual event of HAC with the goal of keeping kids in school and reinforcing the value of education.
The Housing Authority of Covington (HAC) was delighted to recently host the 1stAnnual Housing Authority of Covington Spelling Bee". The event was held in the City Heights Community Room.
The main goal of the event was to help student's value education and discipline, improve their spelling abilities, increase their vocabulary, and develop proper English.
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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
292-2151 |
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 Destination: Graduation
As graduation approaches for Holmes High School, the District will highlight a variety of seniors who share memories of their high school years and their plans for the future as they count down to their graduation day - June 8, 2012.
Look for their stories each week on Covington Independent Public School's facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/pages/Covington-Independent-Public-Schools/167701516573412?ref=tn_tnmn or on our district website, www.covschools.us then click district and look for the heading Destination: Graduation.
The Project is Salsa
Several classes and student groups at Holmes High School are involved in a Service Learning Project to produce salsa. Under the Bulldogs Give Back wellness initiative, groups are coming together to grow ingredients for salsa, create the salsa, and then sell the product as a micro enterprise. The project will also include giving each Covington Independent Public School kindergarten classroom a mini salsa garden.
The project is spearheaded by Michele Ehrman's Environmental Science class and by a Culinary Club headed by Mark Iannuzzo, Holmes cafeteria chef. Others involved, so far, are students in Robert Haire's Carpentry class and Scott Calcaterra's Hospitality and Tourism Marketing class.
Tricia Dorman, a service learning coordinator with Children, Inc., is helping to facilitate the project and anticipates many different roles for students to fill. She described the project as being in its beginning stages and expects to extend the project into next school year and beyond.
Holmes Middle School Hosts Statewide GEAR UP Rally
EAR UP (Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs) recently held an exciting kick-off rally for the Class of 2021 at Holmes.
Seventh graders from Holmes Middle School, Bellevue High School and Newport Middle School gathered in the Jack Moreland Auditorium to hear about the importance of going to college.
 Students in middle schools from across the Commonwealth were watching and listening to the event on the internet as a DJ at the rally announced prize winners from their schools, asked quiz show questions to volunteers in the audience, played music, and introduced the speakers.
The message of the event was all about going to college. Felicia Cumings-Smith, Kentucky Department of Education Associate Commissioner, promised, "We are here to make sure you have the resources for you to be successful. We are committed to you to help you achieve your dreams."
Dr. James Votruba, President of Northern Kentucky University, encouraged the students to attend college. He said, "Starting today, make the decision and take the steps to go to college. Every person in this room can graduate from college. Every person has it in them."
Issis Sullivan, a Newport High School graduate and former GEAR UP student, now in her Freshman year at NKU, summed up the message. She told the students, "Just go!" After the rally the students took a tour of Northern Kentucky University.
In the GEAR UP Rally, $26.9 million was granted and Holmes received funding.
GEAR UP works with Kentucky schools, colleges, business, communities, and non-profit organizations to mentor and improve the skills of middle school and high school students with the result of making them college and career ready.
Holmes students go on College Visits
Holmes students hit the road in March to visit several colleges and universities. The first trip (Mar. 23 - 24) included 37 students. They visited Berea College, Eastern Kentucky University, Bluegrass Community and Technical College, the University of Kentucky, and Thomas More College.
Another trip (March 29-30) included 18 Holmes students. They visited Kentucky State University, Bellarmine University, Sullivan University, Jefferson Community and Technical College, and the University of Louisville.
Students took guided tours of the campuses, spoke with admissions counselors, heard from college students, and generally got a taste of college life. Several education professionals accompanied the Holmes students on the trips including KHEAA Kentucky College Coach Andy Browning. He feels that, after the trips, students are thinking more optimistically about attending college.
The trips were sponsored by GEAR-UP. For more information, call Project Associate Wendy Nealy, GEAR UP Kentucky, at 859-655-9545, ext. 13106.
Covington Public Elementary Schools Celebrate Read Across America Day
Covington elementary schools were full of readers as they recently celebrated Read Across America Day. Celebrity readers and teachers read a variety of books to students.
Each school held its own celebration.
At Ninth District Elementary School, teachers dressed as Dr. Seuss characters while reading Dr. Seuss books. Teachers led math, social studies, and language arts lessons based on the stories. Many students wore head pieces they made for the occasion.
At John G. Carlisle Elementary School, several members of Trinity Episcopal Church in Covington brought their favorite books to read to the students.
 Many celebrities were on hand at Latonia Elementary School. Miss Ohio Amanda Tempel, Kentucky Black-n-Blue Grass Roller Girls, Kris P. Cream and Shaneeda Spankin, Kenton County Public Library Children's Librarian Patti Richards, and WLWT Channel 5 news reporter Alison Montoya read their favorite books.
Sixth District Elementary School began the day with a breakfast of green eggs and ham. Throughout the day students visited learning stations to hear a book read aloud and complete a related learning activity. Faculty and staff from the school's BEST Partner, Gateway Community and Technical College, visited to read and help with the activities.
Glenn O. Swing Elementary School kicked off a reading competition with John G. Carlisle Elementary School to see which school can read the most chapters or books for the month.
More than 5,000 chapters or books have been read thus far with John G. Carlisle leading. The winning school will receive a visit from the principal of the losing school to participate in a fun celebratory activity.
 Holmes High School Senior named 9th Region Player of the Year
Dontel Rice, senior forward for the Bulldogs, was named the 9th Region Player of the Year by the NKY Boys Basketball Coaches Association during its annual awards banquet. He was the top vote-getter on the Division II all-star team selected by local coaches.
Congratulations, Dontel!
Dontel Rice has signed a full scholarship to play at Gulf Coast State College in Panama City, Florida.
Save the Date
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Prince of Peace School
Odyssey of the Mind State Winners!
After months of hard work, six students from Prince of Peace School in Covington recently won first place in the Kentucky Odyssey of the Mind (OM) State Tournament. Odyssey of the Mind is an international educational program that provides creative problem-solving opportunities for students from kindergarten through college.
Prince of Peace School | 625 Pike Street | Covington, KY 41011 | 859-431-5153 | srose@popcov.com (principal)
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Covington Latin Honor Roll
Covington Latin School students most recent honor roll acknowledgements.
First honors
Covington: Braden Benzinger, David Brockhoff, Jack Flesch, Alex Gerwe, Alexis Krumpelman and Eli Terry.
Edgewood: Kelly Bilz, Michelle Bitter, Anna Dressman, Isabel Eliassen, Matthew Le, Peter Rodgers, Jacob Sutler, Malory Thelen, Victor Villacis and Nicholas Zalla.
Erlanger: Katie Bischoff and Alexander Schlake.
Fort Mitchell: Krista Borchers and Sara Lee.
Fort Wright: Melissa Becker, Claire Kaelin and Leigh Anne Turner.
Independence: Hannah Ash, Jared Burton, Chinglin Chan, Dorien Clark, Emily Ann Israelson and Kathryn Minzner.
Lakeside Park: Elizabeth Davis and Alexandra Trunnell.
Latonia: Katherine Meyer.
Park Hills: Annie O'Hara.
Ryland Heights: Caroline Cain and Hannah Cain.
Taylor Mill: Jessica Kuhlman, Isaac Li and Rachel Zalla.
Villa Hills: Emily Banks, Kara Kanter, Maria Pope, James Stebbins, Daniel Zalla and Elizabeth Zalla.
Second honors
Covington: Emily Herzog, Riku Imanishi and Savannah Shelley.
Crescent Springs: Mitchell Blewett, David Darpel and Alexa Mitchell.
Crestview Hills: Brendan Connelly.
Edgewood: Jordan Arlinghaus, Kevin Burridge, Savanah Le, Madison Light, Marissa Richardson, Tyler Schreiver and Katherine Schroeder.
Erlanger: Sam Bohman and Caroline Noel.
Elsmere: Devon Artmeier.
Fort Mitchell: Emma Ganshirt and Nicholas Readnour.
Fort Wright: Bryar Herald and Angela Nienaber.
Foster: Matthew Moellman.
Independence: Marcus Becker and Kendall Pennington.
Lakeside Park: Andrea Halenkamp and Deanna Halenkamp.
Park Hills: Anna Matchinga.
Taylor Mill: Claire Gerhardt, Madeline Paganetto and Sarah Wells.
Villa Hills: Serena Amlie, Dee Broomhead, Emma Gripshover and James Macke.
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Covington After Hours
Wednesday, May 10, 2012
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
American Legion Hall
38th & Winston Avenues
Latonia, KY
Before you cast your vote, educate yourself about the candidates and important community issues. This is your opportunity to
Meet the Candidates
for the Covington City Commission and Mayoral Primary.
Complimentary Hors d'oeuvres and Cash Bar
Sponsored by:
Center for Great Neighborhoods
Latonia Business Association
Friends of Covington
Mainstrasse Village Association
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Latonia Business Association Monthly Luncheon
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
11:45 am - 1:00 pm
Twin Oaks Golf & Plantation Club
450 East 43rd Street, Covington
Guest Speaker:
Kenton County Judge Executive
Steve Arlinghaus
Please click here to RSVP.
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An important part of the LBA's mission is to promote Latonia businesses, as well as to promote Latonia as an attractive place to do business.
The LBA fulfills our mission in a new way this year with a professionally designed map/pamphlet. If you haven't seen the map: 100 places are located on an actual map graphic. Some of the places are the following: attractions, schools, churches and business. Great photos are on the cover with our winning slogan.
The map project was a collaboration between the West Latonia Neighborhood Association, the Ritte's East Neighborhood Group, and the Latonia Business Association and was funded through a place matters mini-grant.
Maps are available from LBA members/businesses and at the Latonia Post Office. If you would like multiple copies of the map, please contact Karen at krowe@covingtoncharities.org or Marvin mwischer@kwmechanical.com.
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Volunteer Gardening at Linden Grove
 Join other volunteers for a morning of clean-up, mulching and trees, annuals and container planting.
Saturday, May 12, 2012
9:00 am
Meet in front of the Cemetery Office. Bring a shovel or pitch fork and gloves.
Refreshments provided.
Questions or other volunteer opportunities, contact Rick Ludlum, 859.816.5407 or rdludlum@fuse.net. Please also visit www.historiclindengrove.org |
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Come See Great Regional Art and Enjoy a Stroll with Mom~
The 44th Annual Duveneck Memorial Art Show
Location: Historic George Rogers Clark Park, Riverside Drive, Covington ~ on the banks of the Ohio River
Date and Time: Mother's Day, Sunday, May 13, 2012, Noon to 5:00 pm
- Vote for your favorite artist to win the "People's Choice Award"
- Enjoy Live Music!
Sponsored by: The Northern Kentucky Heritage League, The Baker Hunt Art & Cultural Center, and The Historic Licking Riverside Civic Association
Contact Information:
Ray Kingsbury | 859.431.0020 | rkingsbury@bakerhunt.com
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Progress with Preservation
The next meeting will be Monday, May 14th, on the 2nd floor of Keystone Bar & Grill, 313 Greenup Street. The meeting starts at 7:00 p.m.
Agenda will be:
- Updates on 119-121 E 4th Street and the Walgreen's project
- Establishing a Preservation Fund
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Memorial Day Parade 2012
Monday, May 28
2:00 pm
Join Us!
On behalf of the United Veterans Memorial Day Parade Committee, your organization is invited to participate in the 2012 Memorial Day Parade in Covington on Monday, May 28th, 2012. The parade will assemble at Holmes High School at 1:00 PM (Eastern Avenue side), leave the campus at 2:00 PM, proceed north on Madison Avenue, west on 19th Street, north on Holman and conclude at the Linden Grove Cemetery where there will be a Memorial Day Program at approximately 3:00 PM at the conclusion of the parade.
If your group would like to be in the parade, please click here or call Joyce Baker at 859-802-6011 to reserve your spot!
Line up anywhere along the route to watch the parade! Marchers and viewers alike will honor those in all branches of service.
The parade will be held rain or shine with the exception of an extended thunderstorm.
All are welcome!
Click here for Memorial Day Parade Participation Form.
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4th Sunday MainStrasse Antiques, Etc.
Spring is here, which means 4th Sunday MainStrasse Antiques, Etc. is back! The event will take place every 4th Sunday through October from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Over 30 antique and vintage collectible dealers from the tri-state area will be selling quality antiques such as beautiful jewelry, furniture, glassware, linens, and vintage collectibles from a by-gone era. Bring family and friends and stroll amidst the antiques on the 6th Street Promenade, shop the nearby unique stores, and dine at one of the locally-owned restaurants in historic MainStrasse Village, Covington, Kentucky. This is an outdoor event, and there is no charge for customers. This year, the event will feature special guests each month. New antique vendors are welcome any time and may call 859-468-4820 or e-mail 4thSunday@fuse.net. More information is available at www.mainstrasseantiques.blogspot.com.
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Click here to access links to all Maifest information.
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Workshop Highlights
- An in-depth, step-by-step explanation of the SSI/SSDI application and disability determination process
- Strategies for working with homeless persons with serious mental illness and co-occurring disorders - only a fraction of this population receives the benefits to which they are entitled
Click here for complete information and registration form. |
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Latonia Senior Center
The Latonia Senior Center is a non-denominational activity center serving
Latonia and surrounding communities. It provides a place for seniors to meet and
enjoy activities in the company of new and old friends. Each day is a new adventure! Click here for May's calendar of events and activities.
Don't miss the fun!
Mondays , Tuesdays and Thursdays
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Latonia Senior Center is located at:
Latonia Christian Church | 3900 Decoursey Avenue | Covington, KY 41015 | 859-261-8693 |
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NKY Health Department Offers Free Hepatitis Testing
Northern Kentucky is first local health department in the state to test for the blood-borne disease.
In response to a substantial increase in the number of Hepatitis C cases in the region, the Northern Kentucky Health Department and Kentucky Department for Public Health will offer free blood tests for Hepatitis C at the Health Department's four county health centers.
Hepatitis C is a contagious liver disease that ranges in severity from a mild illness lasting a few weeks to a serious, lifelong illness that attacks the liver. It is spread when blood from an infected person enters the body of someone who is not infected.
Testing will be available by appointment at the Health Department's four county health centers through June 8. Locations and numbers are listed below. The health centers are open Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with extended hours until 7 p.m. one Tuesday per month, as noted below.
*Kenton County Health Center: 2002 Madison Ave., Covington, Ky., 859.431.3345, extended hours on May 22 and June 26.
Click here to read complete press release with contact and additional information.
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5TH ANNUAL COVINGTON QUEST
will be JUNE 23rd
An even more amazing race!
Save the date - June 23, 2012, the Center for Great Neighborhoods is holding the fifth annual Covington Quest. Somewhat patterned after the popular 'race' TV show, Covington Quest begins at 4pm, sending teams of four on an exciting 4 mile journey through the beautiful city of Covington.
Part scavenger hunt, part foot race, this event is fun for both participants and spectators. The team that most swiftly solves all of the clues and completes the series of checkpoints will be deemed the champions and given a large cash prize. This race includes two age divisions: Young and Not-So-Young.
Once teams have finished, they and their avid fans will be treated to an after party at the RoeblingFest. The RoeblingFest after party and will include free food and drinks for the participants.
To learn more and register, go to www.covingtonquest.com
Contact information:
Jane Anderson
Phone: 859.866.7526
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 In 2010, 19,500 children were substantiated as victims of abuse/neglect in the state of Kentucky. This is an average of 55 children per day. More must be done to protect children and strengthen families. In Kenton County alone, there were 1,770 reports of child abuse and neglect. At any given time, there are over  900 children in out-of-home care due to abuse and neglect. Now more than ever, the need for loving families is crucial. Out of the 900 children in care, more than 40% are from Kenton County. 190 of these children are from Covington. Currently, there are only five Covington foster homes. With so few foster families in Covington, children are forced out of their homes and placed in unfamiliar neighborhoods. If we could offer the support of a safe and nurturing home within their community, these children could be the bright future of Covington.
Many people want to make a difference in the life of a child but don't know how, or if they can. You can qualify as a foster/adoptive parent if you are financially and emotionally stable, single, married, widowed or divorced. The Cabinet provides medical coverage, daycare assistance and a monthly per diem to assist licensed resource homes caring for foster children. Free training is offered to those who wish to discover if foster care/adoption is the right choice for them.
If you are interested in receiving an intake packet or have questions, please contact the State of Kentucky's Foster Care and Adoption Information Line at (859) 292-6632, ext. 231. |
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 Annual Beautification Awards
The Friends of Covington organization is now accepting nominations for their Annual Beautification Awards.
Nominations are due June 18, 2012. Please click here for nomination form.
The Awards Ceremony will be held on Wednesday, August 8, 2012 from 5:00 - 8:00 pm at Molly Malone's, 112 East 4th Street, 3rd Floor. |
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May 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.
May Calendar Now Available
Click here to view the current list of programs at the Covington/Mary Ann Mongan branch of the Kenton County Public Library. All events and classes are free. 
nkyCONNECTION
Your online librarian! NkyCONNECTION is an online library resource featuring e-books, dvds, links to slideshows and many, many digital resources. Click here to access this amazing resource and you can subscribe to their timely features.
The Covington library is open during renovation. Free parking is available in the garage at the corner of Fifth and Scott streets. Bring in your ticket for validation.
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 Full of Color
Exhibition Runs May 18 - June 22, 2012
Opening Reception: Friday, May 18 | 6-9pm
The Carnegie's gallery season continues on Friday, May 18th with the opening reception for Full of Color.
The exhibition will feature the work of artists with Visionaries + Voices in the Ohio National Financial Services Main Gallery, and the works of artists David Hannon, Brian Martin, Christy Carr Schellhas, Suzanne Fisher, Derek Reeverts and Jasmine Fulkerson in the upstairs galleries.
The Carnegie presents DONT CROSS THE STREAMS
A popular early 80's film about ghosts and the people who bust them is receiving a stage musical adaptation by a local theatre. When their world is shattered by a "cease and desist" letter from the lawyers of Columbia Pictures, the cast and crew give the show a new title, make delirious changes to an increasingly unrecognizable script and recruit a handsomely clueless soap opera actor to play the role of Peter Venkman. Silly string ion streams and a softshoe dance battle rule the day in a madcap theatrical farce a la NOISES OFF and Waiting for Guffman.
Performances will take place at the Know Theatre (1120 Jackson Street, Downtown Cincinnati) on the following dates:
* Thursday, May 31 9pm
* Saturday, June 2 4:15pm
* Tuesday, June 5 7pm
* Thursday, June 7 8:30pm
* Friday, June 9 7:30pm
CARNEGIE IN CONCERT PRESENTS
 A Silent Film with Live Music
J. M. BARRIE'S "PETER PAN" with LESLIE MCMICHAEL, HARP
Thursday, May 17, 2012 | 7:30pm
Soar to Neverland with Peter Pan and the Darling children as Seattle area harpist Leslie McMichael unfurls her lush and enchanting original score to the 1924 silent film release. Magnificently restored after having been lost for generations, "Peter Pan" is a cinematic gem and a spellbinding musical adventure for all boys and girls and those who never grew up.
Carnegie in Concert is sponsored by
The Otto M. Budig Family Foundation.
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The Baker Hunt Art & Cultural Center
Spring/Summer Schedule of Classes available by clicking here.
Baker Hunt Art & Cultural Center
620 Greenup Street
Covington, KY 41011
859.431.0020
www.bakerhunt.com
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Upcoming Events and Activities
Super Sunday Family Programming!
FREE and fun programming for the WHOLE family!!
Faster than a speeding bullet, and more fun than a barrel of monkeys, it's super Sundays at Behringer-Crawford Museum. Join us one Sunday a month for FREE family fun - and bring your friends and neighbors.
May 20 | Genuine Creations
June 10 | Bard in the Park
Tot Tuesdays
Tot Tuesday is monthly story time focused on children from the ages of two to five. Tot Tuesday is scheduled for the third Tuesday of every month. Each program features stories, rhymes, songs, and an art project centering on a unique theme.
Our Rivers' Fury: Past and Present Ohio Valley Floods
February 18 - May 27, 2012
Get swept away into Behringer-Crawford Museum's latest exhibit, "Our Rivers' Fury: Past and Present Ohio Valley Floods." Taking a special look at the regional floods that occurred in 1884, 1913, 1937 and 1997, this exhibit explores how these floods changed forever the Ohio River Valley. The rising waters altered lives and left lasting marks in the community. In addition, the exhibit discusses why floods occur, aspects of flood prevention, the important roles levees play in our everyday lives and provides multi-sensory experiences through interactive components and documentaries produced by WKRC/Local 12 personality and celebrated local historian Dan Hurley.
Visitors will have the opportunity to become part of the Ohio Valley Flood history by sharing their personal stories about the floods that ravaged our region in 1937 and 1997. If you have a story or experience you would like to share, contact BCM for scheduled dates and times.
This exhibit will open for museum members and future members at 6:00 pm on February 17 with a presentation by noted historian Rick Bell, author of The Great Flood of 1937 - Rising Waters, Soaring Spirits. He will discuss the book's in-depth look at the 1937 flood and its effects on the community.
For more information about the exhibit or other BCM activities, please call 859-491-4003 or e-mail info@bcmuseum.org.
 Behringer-Crawford Museum 1600 Montague Road | Devou Park Covington, KY 41011 859-491-4003 www.bcmuseum.org
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City of Covington
Ombudsman/Community Relations Office
638 Madison Avenue
Covington, Kentucky 41011
859-292-2141
www.covingtonky.com
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