COVINGTON, Ky. – After months of decline in the Bluegrass State, the number of COVID-19 cases and the statewide positivity rate are again inching upward, driven by the new Delta variant and the fact that only about half of Kentuckians are vaccinated (they account for over 90 percent of new cases and deaths).
That means be smart and take precautions if you’re vulnerable, li...
(EDITOR'S NOTE: This is another in a series of recycling tips from the City of Covington's Neighborhood Services Department, Solid Waste & Recycling Division.)
COVINGTON, Ky. – We don’t want to add to the (dietary) guilt of eating fast food on the go … but we DO want you to recycle smarter, so let’s talk about that drive-thru lunch you just bought and its impact...
City fixes ‘drafting error’ that led to higher storm water fee
COVINGTON, Ky. – A two-word change in a City ordinance first passed in February will send most owners of duplexes in Covington a refund of $45.40 on their storm water bill.
That’s the bottom-line impact of a vote the Covington Board of Commissioners recently took to fix what amounted to a drafting ...
Covington Police Chief Rob Nader gives Mitchell Matuz his new badge after he was sworn in by Mayor Joe Meyer today.
COVINGTON, Ky. – Covington’s newest police officer is a sergeant with over six years of experience enforcing the law and protecting citizens in Michigan.
Mitchell Matuz, who comes to Covington from the Mattawan Police Department, took the oath of office this morni...
Portable 4-way gas monitors now go on every visit
COVINGTON, Ky. – When the City of Covington’s building code inspectors visit any occupied residence these days, an orange-colored device resembling a two-way radio is clipped to their uniforms.
It might just save a life.
The devices are handheld gas monitors, and the inspectors began carrying them last week to alert...
2nd location bolsters access to locally grown food,
artisan products
COVINGTON, Ky. – Can’t make it to the Covington Farmers Market on Saturday mornings? Now you can go on Tuesday afternoons/evenings.
Hoping to bolster access to locally grown produce and specialty prepared food ranging from salad greens to farm-fresh eggs and Kentucky wine to locally harvested hone...
City Hall closed Monday for federal 4th of July holiday
COVINGTON, Ky. – Some 245 years ago come Sunday, 56 courageous men signed a document making it adamantly clear that they, their families, and their neighbors had no intention of living under the overbearing rule of the British Empire an ocean way.
We all know what happened next.
This weekend, before you grill hamb...
COVINGTON, Ky. – For the time being, the weather is supposed to be clear (if hot) for the Fourth of July this weekend, but you know how that is …
Celebrating the 4th
Technically speaking, Sunday should revolve around mentions of the Continental Congress, King George III, and a bunch of courageous co-signers.
But we’re realists. We know that just as Christmas = Sa...
Signs, link below show schedule to move vehicle
COVINGTON, Ky. – Covington’s Public Works Department will begin its annual summer cleaning of residential streets on July 8, and “aesthetic appeal” is only one reason for the effort.
More importantly, it’s a critical part of maintenance that prevents flooding by keeping debris out of storm water...
A skirt that holds 100 champagne glasses is an example of the “wearable art” (for companies that want to elevate event experiences) provided by East to Vest Productions. (Photo provided)
Latest City incentives support 8 small businesses
COVINGTON, Ky. – City leaders are fond of saying that small businesses are the “heart and soul” of Covington’s economy a...