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Covington Police Chief Retires, City Manager Resigns

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Covington City Manager Ken Smith resigned this week. The next day, Police Chief Brian Valenti announced his retirement.See the Story

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Overland Park Police Will Park Police Cars Outside Target Stores Where People Can Donate School Supplies

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Shoppers will notice police cruisers parked outside three Target stores in Overland Park this month. It's part of the annual "Fill the Cruiser" fundraiser.See the Story

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Covington's The Metropolitan Club closes permanently

The Metropolitan Club, a social club, event center and dining space in Covington, permanently closed on Monday. The club, often abbreviated to The Met Club, announced its closure via email on Monday afternoon. “This decision was not made lightly,” the email reads. “It follows a thorough review of the club’s financial and operational position and reflects the long-term impact of post-pandemic changes in work and social patterns. The rise of remot…See the Story

Covington names Sharmili Reddy as new city manager

Sharmili Reddy, current executive director of Kenton County Planning and Development Services and former city administrator of Fort Mitchell, has been named as the new city manager of Covington. Reddy will assume the role on Aug. 19, at which point she will be the first woman and first woman of color to occupy the position. “That is not just symbolic, it’s substantive,” said Mayor Ron Washington at Tuesday’s meeting of the board of commissioners…Covington, Kentucky · Covington Read Article

Practice begins for high school fall sports teams with award-winning athletes on several rosters - NKyTribune

By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter The first day of practice for high school volleyball, soccer, cross country and golf is Tuesday and Northern Kentucky teams have top athletes returning in those fall sports. At last year’s state cross country meet, Cooper junior Paul Van Laningham won the Class 3A boys race and Beechwood junior Lily Parke finished first in Class 1A girls to become their school’s first individual state champions in the…Golf · Covington Read Article

Beechwood School Board to hold first meeting since superintendent barred; other NKY meetings this week

This week, in NKY government meetings, Covington is discussing a common consumption area where alcohol could be legally consumed outside, while the Beechwood School Board will hold its first meeting since its former superintendent was barred from renewing his teaching certification. Keep reading to find out what happened in local government over the past week and what you need to know for this week. What happened last week in NKY government? Nei…Covington, Kentucky · Covington Read Article

Board of Commissioners prepares for July 15 legislative meeting with new agenda

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The City of Covington has released the draft agenda for the upcoming Board of Commissioners Legislative Meeting, scheduled for July 15, 2025. The agenda includes several ordinances and legislative items to be discussed by the commissioners.Key documents made available include the legislative agenda, minutes from previous meetings held on June 24 and July 8, as well as draft orders and specific ordinances. Among the ordinances set for discussion …Covington, Kentucky · Covington Read Article

Nearly 2,000 Kentucky Law Enforcement Officers Approved for Body Armor from AG Program

COVINGTON, KY – Attorney General Russell Coleman announced a major milestone Wednesday in outfitting each of Kentucky's law enforcement officers with life-saving body armor. General Coleman was joined by law enforcement leaders, lawmakers and prosecutors at the Northern Kentucky Law Enforcement Memorial in Covington. Read More …Covington, Kentucky · Covington Read Article

Covington-Erlanger police didn't stand a chance against Point/Arc's kickball All-Stars - NKyTribune

By Andy Furman NKyTribune reporter Covington Police has a new lieutenant – but what they sorely need is a new kickball coach. Rachel White, who came to Covington as an officer from Morehead seven years ago – and most recently served the department as sergeant, was just named the fifth – and newest lieutenant in the department. The kickball teams (Photo by Andy Furman/NKyTribune) She will be sworn in at a City Hall ceremony July 15 and start serv…Covington, Kentucky · Covington Read Article

City of Covington to host open house to discuss Mainstrasse Village Parking strategy July 17 - NKyTribune

The Covington Motor Vehicle Parking Authority will continue its public outreach and phased approach to improve parking in the historic Mainstrasse Village commercial district. An open house will take place on Thursday, July 17, where residents, business owners, and visitors can weigh in on a range of proposed changes and discuss problems and opportunities designed to make parking more accessible, efficient, and better aligned with the neighborho…Covington, Kentucky · Covington Read Article

Catholic Charities to host 2025 CASSBA fundraiser August 24 at Devou Park's Drees Pavilion - NKyTribune

For more than 90 years, Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Covington has provided corporal and spiritual works of mercy to neighbors in need across Northern Kentucky. On an annual basis, the organization impacts thousands of lives through a wide range of essential services. Each year, Catholic Charities provides over 57,000 hot meals at Parish Kitchen, a ministry serving anyone in need with dignity and compassion. Through its Mobile Food Pantr…Covington, Kentucky · Covington Read Article

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Covington Police Chief Retires, City Manager Resigns

Overland Park Police Will Park Police Cars Outside Target Stores Where People Can Donate School Supplies

Covington's The Metropolitan Club closes permanently

Covington names Sharmili Reddy as new city manager

Practice begins for high school fall sports teams with award-winning athletes on several rosters - NKyTribune

Beechwood School Board to hold first meeting since superintendent barred; other NKY meetings this week

Board of Commissioners prepares for July 15 legislative meeting with new agenda

Nearly 2,000 Kentucky Law Enforcement Officers Approved for Body Armor from AG Program

Covington-Erlanger police didn't stand a chance against Point/Arc's kickball All-Stars - NKyTribune

City of Covington to host open house to discuss Mainstrasse Village Parking strategy July 17 - NKyTribune

Catholic Charities to host 2025 CASSBA fundraiser August 24 at Devou Park's Drees Pavilion - NKyTribune

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