NKU named among safest American campuses
For the third year in a row, online index Safewise.com has ranked NKU among the safest college campuses in the nation for its low crime rate.
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Cincinnati considered one of the greenest cities in the U.S.
Cincinnati is known for its huge strides in technology, sustainability and social innovation, and is therefore considered one of the greenest cities in the United States.
Huntington Bank to move 117 employees to downtown Covington
The City of Covington will consider the proposal, which would bring total number of site employees to 133, with an annual total gross salary of $7.9 million.
Melodic Connections seeks funding for new storytelling podcast
Melodic Connections is known for its music therapy lessons. Now the organization is looking to start a podcast series that allows its students create an original piece of music.
Art Off Pike celebrates all forms of art for its 12th year
On Sept. 25, Art Off Pike is celebrating is 12th year, and it promises to be bigger and better than ever before.
John R. Green Lofts to add to growing number of residential units in Covington
The John R. Green building, located at 411 W. Sixth St. in downtown Covington, and surrounding lots will soon be redeveloped into 182 apartments.
Kroger shows love to renovated store with community mural
Kroger kicked off the creation of the "Love the Cov" community mural on the exterior of its newly renovated Covington store on September 1.
Local seniors surprised with early admission to Thomas More College
The hashtag #TMC2021 became a trending topic on Twitter as Thomas More College president David Armstrong delivered acceptance letters to seniors at six area schools.
New apprenticeship network honors Boomers and boosts Millennials
Brandon Black is using his People's Liberty Haile Fellowship year to connect two generations by putting retired tradesmen to work supervising young homeowners' DIY house rehab projects.
Patricia Garry nationally recognized for building local communities
After receiving the National Alliance of Community Economic Development Associations’ top leadership award, Patricia Garry is ending her 51-year career on a high note.
