Nathan Granger

2 days ago | linknky.com | Nathan Granger

On a Thursday in March, Covington-based attorney Jamir Davis had called a press conference on behalf of his client, Damien Conner. Their purpose was grim: They had filed a lawsuit against the city of Covington, along with Covington police officer Doug Ullrich, alleging Conner’s rights had been violated during a traffic stop in September. Now, on that March day, it was time for a press conference that the duo had called to inform the media and the public about the lawsuit.

3 days ago | linknky.com | Nathan Granger

The Kenton County Fire Chiefs Association shared updates on a future joint training center for the county’s fire departments with the Kenton County mayors meeting this week, providing more insights on the project’s progress. The project aims to replace the former countywide training center, called the Wietholter Training Center, which was located on Boron Drive in Covington. It closed in the spring of 2022 after Rumpke purchased the property.

6 days ago | linknky.com | Nathan Granger

Boone County is updating its county-wide transportation plan and is inviting county residents to share their thoughts. “We’re organizing many opportunities for the public to share their thoughts with us,” said Robert Franxman, Boone County engineer and assistant county administrator, in a press release from the county. “Over the next six months, we’ll be gathering input through online surveys, pop-up booths at community events, and virtual and in-person open house events.

1 week ago | linknky.com | Nathan Granger

Boone County Republican Party Chair and Commissioner Chet Hand has taken the first step to run for judge/executive in 2026, challenging incumbent Gary Moore, who has held the seat since 1998. Hand filed a statement of spending intent on April 11 with the Kentucky Registry of Election Finance, indicating his intention to run for the office. He will also have to file with the Boone County clerk’s office as a candidate to appear on the ballot in the May 2026 primary election.

1 week ago | linknky.com | Nathan Granger

The Covington City Commission will vote next week to approve the issuance of up to $8 million in industrial revenue bonds, or IRBs, to help finance an Orleans Development apartment rehab project in the city’s Westside neighborhood. The project aims to convert an old warehouse building into 39 apartment units. On Tuesday, the commission put the financing proposal on the consent agenda for next week’s meeting, meaning it will likely pass.