Flea in the Fort returns to Tower Park on Sunday, June 7, kicking off its sixth season of celebrating local makers, artists, and crafters from across Northern Kentucky and the Greater Cincinnati region. This free, outdoor handmade artisan craft show will take place under the beautiful tree canopy next to the historic Fort Thomas Mess... Continue Reading →
Story and Photo By Mike Leising Part One: George H. Thomas was the most successful general in the Civil War, valuing strategy, and refusing to attack until his men were prepared and ready for battle. He never lost a battle where he was in charge, seeking to first win the fight and then following through... Continue Reading →
Story and Photos by Mary Casey-Sturk Dozens of fans of Harlan Hubbard gathered at the Harlan Hubbard Studio and Preserve today to view works by the artist from the personal collection of David and Debra Hausrath. The studio was once both the home and studio of the famed artist who spent many years in Fort... Continue Reading →
Story & Photos by Chuck Keller Our town is full of beautiful gardens tended with care by thoughtful gardeners. One trend that has caught on is the use of native plants in the landscape. This makes sense. Native plants, shrubs, and trees are low maintenance, drought tolerant, heat tolerant, and often deer resistant. There’s a... Continue Reading →
Campbell County Public Library has everything you need to make this summer one for the books. CCPL’s new Summer Reading theme is Summer of Stories! Throughout June and July, all branches will have programs that add to the chapters in your summer story, including performances, crafts, activities and more. Win prizes by participating in the... Continue Reading →
Shares major announcements at gala. Viva Voices Choral Organization commemorated its 5th Anniversary with a Gala Celebration on April 26th at Cincinnati Music Hall Ballroom. Over 500 singers, supporters and community members gathered to celebrate the remarkable growth and achievements of the organization over its first five years. The event was hosted by Elaine Diehl,... Continue Reading →
Join the city and our neighbors on Memorial Day as we honor our Campbell County Vietnam Veterans who sacrificed all while serving their country. The ceremony will begin at 2 p.m. on Monday, May 25 th in Tower Park at the Vietnam Veteran Memorial. The Veterans & Friends Coffee Club will have coffee available inside... Continue Reading →
Have you ever thought about volunteering —but didn’t know where to start? Northern Kentucky resident Susan Kinsella has created Our Community C@N. As a long-time non-profit fundraiser, leader and volunteer, Kinsella wanted to help neighbors connect with meaningful opportunities to give back to their community. “Many people want to give back to their community, but... Continue Reading →
By Mary Casey-Sturk In 2024, we introduced our readers to mural artist Diana “Dee” Cendales. You may have seen her work inside area businesses including Blue Marble Books, Tickle Pickle or Highland Square Café. As a long-time resident of Campbell County, this Fort Thomas-based talent has brought smiles to many faces as we shop and... Continue Reading →
By Mary Casey-Sturk What started as a family joke has turned into a business celebrating, in someone’s opinion, the “not so great outdoors”. That someone would be 11-year-old Gabe Pleiman of Fort Thomas. Gabe and his family were hiking in muddy and cold elements on Red River Gorge’s Sheltowee Trace Trail, and it was particularly... Continue Reading →
