Leroy Ellington’s Sacred Hearts to kick off Behringer-Crawford’s 2023 Music@BCM concert series June 8
Master showman and sax-playing front man Leroy Ellington is kicking off the 2023 Music@BCM summer concert series, Thursday, June 8 at 7 p.m. with a funky firestorm of soul.
Ellington and his band of Sacred Hearts will be delivering a unique blend of blues, rock and soulful R&B that will beckon guests to get up and dance. Based out of Cincinnati and a fan favorite for decades, Ellington is best...
Newport Education Foundation accepting donations for renovation of high school’s Wildcat Stadium
The Newport Education Foundation is now accepting donations to help pay for the renovation of Newport High School’s Wildcat Stadium.
The Foundation – with the support of the Newport Board of Education and Newport Independent Schools administration – is seeking to raise $1 million or more for the renovations project’s $5 million second phase, which includes construction of locker...
Northern Kentucky Pride parade and PrideFest is Sunday, festival features fun activities
After a record turnout in 2022, NKY Pride is back and better than ever with a full schedule of family-friendly events culminating with the annual NKY Pride Parade and PrideFest.
The NKY Pride Parade begins on Sunday, June 4 at 1 p.m., starting at Madison Avenue in Covington. The parade will end in Goebel Park, kicking off NKY PrideFest — a family-friendly festival that will feature fun activities,...
Honoring teacher/coach Eric Estenfelder, fund for baseball programs set at Horizon Community Funds
A memorial fund has been established with Horizon Community Funds in honor of Eric Estenfelder, a graduate of Cooper High School and a Campbell County High School teacher. The fund will support baseball programs in the Northern Kentucky area.
Eric Estenfelder
Estenfelder was a math teacher at Campbell County High School where he also served as the Assistant Baseball Coach. He was passionate about baseball...
Nonprofit Ohio River Way releases 52-page guide to exploring river recreation and its communites
Ohio River Way has released the first-of-its-kind “Guide to the Ohio River Way”. The 52-page publication will help readers dive into river recreation — from the natural beauty of the Ohio River to the vibrant culture of its communities.
“It’s really an impressive marketing tool for the river and for our entire region,” said Cincinnati Mayor Aftab Purveal after seeing the Guide....
Duke Energy Foundation commits more financial assistance to customers with Share the Light Fund
An additional $125,000 in financial assistance is available to Duke Energy customers in Ohio and Kentucky who may be struggling to pay their energy bills.
This is in addition to the $292,000 that was originally dedicated to the Greater Cincinnati area combining for a total of $417,000 through Duke Energy’s Share the Light Fund®.
The Duke Energy Foundation matches every dollar donated to the fund...
Kenton County Public Library to kick off Summer Reading June 3 with events at each branch
Find Your Voice and win prizes for reading at the Kenton County Public Library this summer. All three locations will host kickoff events on Saturday, June 3, to encourage children and their families to participate in Summer Reading. All events are free.
Independence Branch, 12-2:30 p.m.
1992 Walton-Nicholson Road in Independence
Kick-off Summer Reading with carnival-style games, food, inflatables...
Behringer-Crawford Museum announces lineup for 2023 Music@BCM summer concert series
(Photo from BCM)
Starting June 8, the spirited sounds of folk, rock, blues, country, pop and more will be ringing during Music@BCM, Behringer-Crawford Museum’s signature summer concert series.
The 2023 schedule features returning legends, such as the goddess of the blues, Cheryl Reneé in Easy Tiger and the Queen City folk singer/songwriter Jake Speed, but also a mix of new diverse local talent.
Master...
Special Olympics State Summer Games return to full schedule at Eastern Kentucky University June 2-4
The Special Olympics Kentucky State Summer Games will return to their full pre-pandemic schedule when the event is held June 2-4 at Eastern Kentucky University.
This year’s games will includes the Law Enforcement Torch Run Final Leg and a full Opening Ceremony on Friday, June 2; competition on Friday and Saturday and a Closing Ceremony and victory dance on Saturday evening. The Summer Games are...
Holmes students end the school year giving back to community — 630 students working on 45 projects
As the end of the school year approaches, more than 600 students from Holmes High School will participate in a community-wide day of service on Friday, May 26.
The students will work throughout Covington planting flowers, picking up trash, sorting donations, working with elementary students, cleaning classrooms, and more during the third annual Bulldogs Give Back, which has grown from partnering...
Authenti-CITY awards: Richard Webster, ‘The Helpful Hearse’ and canned goods for charity
Richard Webster is a prime example of what can happen when a parent helps a child with a school project. It can take on a life of its own and become a veritable neighborhood attraction.
“It started with my son, who needed a volunteer project for his school, and from that it morphed into what it is today,” said Webster.
‘What it is today’ is a magnificently over-the-top seasonal display that...
CCPL kicks off ‘dino-mite’ Summer Reading Program June 3; activities, giveaways and more in June, July
Summer Reading is back starting Saturday, June 3 at the Campbell County Public Library. With the tagline Roar, Soar, Read, this year’s theme is all about dinosaurs.
Each branch will be packed with fun activities and giveaways this June and July that all ages can participate in, all the way from newborn to adult. Patrons can also pre-register through the Beanstack app.
This year’s Summer Reading...
Baker Hunt, Cinci Museum Center team up for nature-inspired drawing classes; next class is May 27
The beauty of nature is all around us. And with a new interactive art series at Cincinnati Museum Center (CMC), aspiring artists of all ages will see that beauty is in the details. Art supplies and inspiration included.
The Art in Nature drawing classes with Baker Hunt will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on May 27 and June 10 and 24. The programs are included with museum admission and free for...
Here’s how you can support veterans, active military and their families during National Poppy Day May 26
Begin your Memorial Day weekend by remembering the meaning behind the day, and supporting the needs of our veterans, military, and their families during National Poppy Day, Friday, May 26.
The tradition of wearing a red poppy began following the deadly battles of World War I after red poppies bloomed on the battlefields in France and Belgium. Canadian Lt. Col. John McCrae, M.D., wrote the poem “In...
Aristech Surfaces V.P. Ruth Moore named newest member of Gateway Foundation board of directors
Gateway Community and Technical College’s Foundation Board has approved the nomination of a new Board Member, Ruth H. Moore, Vice President of Human Resources at Aristech Surfaces LLC in Florence.
The Foundation Board is thrilled to welcome Ruth Moore as she brings with her valuable experiences, unique skills, and extensive regional insights. Her knowledge and expertise will help the Foundation continue...
