Covington

This genteel town just south of the Ohio River features a number of charming treasures including the lively MainStrasse district with its trendy bars, pubs and restaurants as well as beautiful homes stretched along the river beneath the strikingly modern architecture of the architectural jewel, the Ascent at Roebling's Bridge, designed by Daniel Libeskind. Covington is experiencing a renaissance with new shops, restaurants and condos opening along Madison and Pike Streets, and a burgeoning Arts District that acts as the cultural glue that binds the city's charm to its proud denizens. Plus, its successful startup scene is attracting entrepreneurs, especially in emerging informatics and data-driven industries thanks to the UpTech business accelerator.

New Riff bourbon included in “Esquire’s” list of “Best Booze to Drink Right Now”

The Maltster Malted Rye and Malted Wheat Bourbon — two new, experimental releases — are considered “especially striking” by the writer. 

A new neighborhood name honors a landmark

To acknowledge “an art and architectural gem that will be treasured for centuries,” the city of Covington has adopted a new name for two blocks anchored by the Cathedral, the seat of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Covington.

A new neighborhood name honors a landmark

To acknowledge “an art and architectural gem that will be treasured for centuries,” the city of Covington has adopted a new name for two blocks anchored by the Cathedral, the seat of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Covington.

Financial services firm plans to move 100 employees to the Covington riverfront and expand

The new office space will be home to about 100 employees initially, and the company says it has plans to double that over time.

Financial services firm plans to move 100 employees to the Covington riverfront and expand

The new office space will be home to about 100 employees initially, and the company says it has plans to double that over time.

With hunger on the rise, Northern Kentucky steps up to provide food and peace of mind

Because of the pandemic, more than 50 million people nationwide may experience food insecurity in 2020, including a potential 17 million children.

A last-minute guide to find one-of-a-kind local gifts

These shops are a little off of the beaten path, and you might discover finds that would be hard to get elsewhere.

Northern Kentucky holiday guide: Shopping over the river

The Brent Spence Bridge may be closed, but that’s no excuse to miss NKY’s holiday deals.

How to replace the Brent Spence Bridge has been debated for two decades.
‘What we need is reasoned men and women on both sides of the river to say we’re going to solve this’

Transportation, infrastructure, and government expert Mark Policinski talks about the impact of the Brent Spence Bridge closing and what it will take to move the debate forward on replacing it.  

Close the Loop of Hebron has hired Adam Criss and dozens of others through a second-chance hiring program.
This jobs program offers another chance to those who have run out of them

Over the last year, one Northern Kentucky company has hired dozens of people through a transformational hiring project that offers hope for those in recovery. 

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