Photos and story by Mary Casey-Sturk On May 9th, dozens gathered at the 8 North Center for the Arts for “A Night at the Arts Center”. The evening offered up theatre, visual art and live music. The evening opened with two short plays written by local playwrights Teri Foltz and A.K. Forbes and was directed... Continue Reading →
By Chuck Keller, Contributor Do you prefer your bourbon neat or on the rocks? Would you consider adding a splash of AI (Artificial Intelligence) to further enhance the experience? You will soon be able to enjoy a specialty bottle of General Thomas Kentucky Bourbon created by Fort Thomas resident Dan Gorman. Its release will roughly... Continue Reading →
Longtime community volunteers Deanna and Jim Beineke have been named Grand Marshals of the 2025 Fort Thomas Independence Day Parade. The Beinekes were selected for their decades of service to the city, including roles on various municipal boards, contributions to the Fort Thomas Museum, and involvement in local events. The couple has also been instrumental... Continue Reading →
By Bill Furbee, Contributor For the past five years, Caroline Stine begins her day by preparing Blue Marble Books for the day ahead. “I turn on the lights … clean down any surfaces, put out the sign, and turn on the computers,” she says. “But opening the store isn't what makes it serve customers--the work... Continue Reading →
By Mary Casey-Sturk An estimated sixty-six percent of U.S. households, or about 86.9 million families, own a pet, according to the 2023-2024 National Pet Owners Survey conducted by the American Pet Products Association (APPA). If you are considering adding a furry addition to your household, Campbell County has several rescues to help pets find their... Continue Reading →
By Chuck Keller, Contributor Interesting lives do not move in a straight line. Curves in the road add interest and intrigue. The road to where you are now was probably not the road you started on. And that’s where the story is. Route 159 is a winding road but it lead me to Meyer’s Goat... Continue Reading →
Two hundred years ago this spring, the Marquis de Lafayette stopped in Cincinnati, Ohio during his Farewell Tour of America. In honor of the bicentennial of his visit, there will be a series of public celebrations, hosted by Cincinnati-area Chapters of the Daughters of the American Revolution, the Sons of the American Revolution, the American... Continue Reading →
By Mary Casey-Sturk Everyone in Fort Thomas knows the “Tower”. Standing proudly at the edge of Tower Park, it is a community landmark. Here are some fun facts about the Tower! 1. It was known as building number 16 when it was built in 1890. (University of Kentucky fans know the number 16 is always... Continue Reading →
The Fort Thomas Military and Community History Museum is proud to participate in Regional History Weekend, a collaborative celebration of Northern Kentucky’s rich heritage, taking place May 16–18 in partnership with several area museums and historical societies. As part of the weekend’s festivities, the Fort Thomas Museum will host a guided walking tour on Sunday, May... Continue Reading →
Community members are invited to participate in the annual memorial bike ride honoring Sam Scott on Sunday, May 18, beginning at 1:30 p.m. at The Post – Taps & Bottle Shop (1136 South Fort Thomas Avenue). Riders will depart with a police escort, traveling through town in celebration of one of Sam’s favorite pastimes—bike riding. The... Continue Reading →
