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Why do we celebrate the Fourth of July? Everything to know about Independence Day
The annual holiday marks the anniversary of the Second Continental Congress adopting the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. The day was later signed into law on June 28, 1870, making it one of the oldest federal holidays. But why do we celebrate July 4 specifically, since the Declaration...
Independence City Council agrees to move forward on early planning for splash pad
The Independence City Council heard a presentation on the specifics of building and maintaining a possible splash pad in the city at their meeting on Monday. The presentation was based on research by two council members, Carol Franzen and Greg Steffen, and Arron Cope of the city’s parks and recreation department. Following the presentation, mayor Chris Reinersman and the council agreed to move forward on early planning and engineering design work for a splash pad, which will help the city apply for a $250,000 grant aimed at offsetting construction expenses.
NKY gears up for Independence Day with festive celebrations
Thursday, July 4 is Independence Day, and cities around Northern Kentucky are poised to celebrate with runs, parades, and concerts. Event kicks off at 5 p.m. Fireworks show begins at 10 p.m. Florence Independence Day Celebration— Florence Government Center, 8100 Ewing Blvd., Florence. The event will kick off at...
Newport on the Levee to celebrate Independence Day with 'Newport Blast' celebration
The city of Newport, meetNKY, Newport on the Levee, and BB Riverboats are coming together to celebrate Independence Day this year with a "Newport Blast" event Wednesday, July 3, on the Levee. The carnival-inspired Fourth of July event will feature live music, food, kids' activities, and a hot dog-eating contest...
Beaches in Norfolk, Hampton and Newport News under swim advisories
The Virginia Department of Health has issued swimming advisories for nine beaches in Norfolk, one in Hampton and two in Newport News following recent heavy rains which introduced potentially harmful bacteria to the water. The affected beaches are the portion of Buckroe Beach South at the end of South Resort Road near the James T. Wilson Fishing Pier in Hampton; Hilton Park Beach at 225 River ...
Union proposes golf cart regulations for city-wide use
Regulations and requirements for operating a golf cart on public roads were discussed at the Union Commission meeting this Monday. Multiple neighborhoods in Union have requested that golf carts be permitted to operate in their subdivisions. Rather than giving each subdivision individual permits, Mayor Larry Solomon said golf cart operations would be much easier to regulate by passing a blanket ordinance for the whole city.
Things to do in Cincinnati this week. (Huge concerts, festivals start July with a BANG)
FAMILY: Butterflies in Space, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. daily, Krohn Conservatory, 1501 Eden Park Drive, Mount Adams. Runs May 11-Aug. 18. $10, $7 ages 5-17, free ages 4-under. krohn.ticketspice.com. FAMILY: Christmas in July, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Saturday, noon-6 p.m. Sunday, EnterTrainment Junction, 7379 Squire Court, West Chester. Runs June 29-July 31....
Greater Cincinnati fire department moves closer to completion of new fire station
COLERAIN TOWNSHIP, Ohio (WKRC) - Another community is getting a new firehouse. Construction on Station 102 in Colerain Township started in the fall of 2023. So far, the foundation has been poured and the beams are in place. The project is a few months behind schedule because of supply chain...
Glenway Avenue briefly closes in Lower Price Hill due to outdoor fire
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - Glenway Avenue is open again in Lower Price Hill after it closed briefly due to a fire response early Tuesday. Nine Cincinnati Fire Department vehicles were called to the 2300 block of Glenway Avenue around 3:30 a.m. When fire crews arrived, they said they found a pile...
A historic pavilion was set for demolition. Now, the city is finalizing renovation plans
In 2021, the historic pavilion at Owl's Nest Park in the Cincinnati neighborhoods of Evanston and East Walnut Hills was set to be demolished. But that decision was overturned and for the past two years, city leaders and residents have been working to save and restore the old structure. ...
Coyote sightings up in Tri-State community, others grappling on how to address issue
EVENDALE, Ohio (WKRC) - The village of Evendale led its monthly community newsletter with an advisory about coyotes, with the police department also using its section to deal with increased daytime sightings. Evendale Police Chief Tim Holloway said he doesn't yet know if there are indeed more coyotes in the...
New landmark sign celebrates the birthplace of Airheads in northern Kentucky
ERLANGER, Ky. — In almost any store that sells candy, customers can find Airheads. The fruity, chewy bars are the favorite treat of many kids and adults around the country, but they may not know the candy is made in northern Kentucky. To let the world know, the company...
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