News
By Stephanie Salmons ssalmons@nky.com
Thinking of taking a road trip this summer? With gas prices rising, there are plenty of things to do across the state – and in your own back yard. Mike Cooper, commissioner of the Kentucky Department of Tourism, will speak at the July 19 Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce’s Eggs ‘N Issues breakfast where he will talk about “Kentucky Treasures – Tourism, Travel and State Parks.” In addition, representatives from Boone, Kenton and Campbell county parks have been invited to hand out related materials and answer questions about what they offer to area residents. According to Linda Baier, manager of networking and special events for the Chamber, Cooper will speak of the economic impact of tourism in the region and state “and how we can all benefit from understanding Kentucky’s treasures.”
“There’s so much out there we can take advantage of right in our back yards,” she said. Residents can see what’s available here without having to travel far, Baier said. There are better known attractions like Rabbit Hash, the Creation Museum or Big Bone Lick State Park, but Boone County Parks offers a number of amenities that appeal not only to local residents. According to marketing and resources coordinator Jackie Heyenbruch, Boone Woods Park has a creekside stage, amenities for kids, a variety of sports fields and an 18-hole disc golf course. Burlingon’s EnglandIdlewild park, however, offers 290 acres of wooded areas and wetlands, three fishing ponds, six miles of mountain bike trails and a 24-hole championship disc golf course. Another attraction is the Boone County Arboretum located at Central Park. Located close to the interstate, “it’s a great opportunity for families,
Burlingon’s EnglandIdlewild park, however, offers 290 acres of wooded areas and wetlands. especially during tourism season, to get off the highway to take a walk through nature,” said Laura Potter, arboretum marketing and events coordinator. Jen Warner, who owns First Farm Inn – a bed and breakfast near the Idlewild community – with her husband, Dana Kisor, said she gets a lot of people that want to interact with horses. While it is a destination site for some, sometimes the inn is “an aside.” Some travelers want the rural atmosphere provided at the inn, Warner said. The Chamber breakfast will be 7:45-9:15 a.m. Tuesday, July 19, at Receptions Banquet and Conference Center, 1379 Donaldson Road, Erlanger. The cost is $15 for preregistered chamber members and $25 for future members. Reservations required and can be made by calling 859-578-6384 or online at www.nkychamber.com.
Mystery Photo revealed
The Mystery Photo appearing on July 7 was the Rosegate Farm in 2003. It was the site of the infamous Kiger murders on Dixie Highway and has since been demolished. Terri Rice of Burlington, Bill Goodman of Hebron, Linda Yelton of Hebron and Carol Shook had the correct answer. This photo was provided by Matt Becher, who is the rural/open space planner at the Boone County Historic Preservation Review Board. PROVIDED
$10 OFF
Next Payday Advance (Min. $200 loan)
CE-0000462734
Boone County offers tourism draws
BCR Recorder
July 14, 2011
Check Exchange Turfway 859-647-2160 Latonia 859-431-8666 Newport 859-491-6888 Florence 859-647-2160
ST PAUL CHURCH
GAME
RIDE
Florence, KY
S
FESTIVAL
S
Friday July 15, from 6-11 pm Saturday July 16, from 5-11 pm Sunday July 17, from 1-6 pm Mass at 4 pm on Saturday
“One-year Tuition at any Catholic School” Raffle
Movies, dining, events and more Metromix.com
(only 500 chances, $4,605 value)
$7,000
-Special Raffle- GRAND PRIZE Cash Give-A-Way 3 Total Winners Drawing July 17, at 6:00 p.m.
Our famous “CHICKEN CHARLIE” chicken dinner will be served from 4-8 on Saturday. Ky.Gaming Lic. # 0145
CE-0000466689
CHOOSE YOUR OWN DIRECTION
$5,000 Vacation Sweepstakes Go North, South, East or West!
Las Vegas Scan with your smartphone to learn more about our $5,000 Vacation Sweepstakes!
New York City
Washington D.C. Key West
Forcht Bank is headed in a new direction - with the goal of making banking easy, simple, faster, and better for our customers. You’re invited to bank with us and possibly win a “Choose Your Own Direction” $5,000 Vacation Sweepstakes! Just open any new personal checking or savings account between now and September 30, 2011 and you’re automatically registered to win!* The grand prize winner will receive roundtrip airfare, transfers, and luxury accommodations for two at one of four popular vacation spots – New York City, Las Vegas, Key West, or Washington, D.C. – valued at $5,000! For complete sweepstakes rules, go to forchtbank.com/vacation-sweepstakes.
forchtbank.com | Member FDIC
* No purchase or transaction necessary. Winner will be drawn from all eligible entries on October 5, 2011. Sweepstakes open to Kentucky residents age 18 and over. Winner will have choice of vacation destinations - New York, N.Y., Washington, D.C., Las Vegas, NV, or Key West, FL - with total value of vacation package not to exceed $5,000. Travel arrangements made through (name of travel agency, city) Eligible persons may also enter by mailing a 3” x 5” postcard with name, address, and phone number to: Vacation Sweepstakes, P.O. Box 55250, Lexington, KY, 40555. Mailed entries must be postmarked by September 30, 2011. One entry per person. Forcht Bank and Forcht Group of Kentucky employees, their immediate families, directors, affiliates, and agents are not eligible to win. Winner to be notified by phone. Winner is responsible for all taxes. Odds of winning based on number of eligible entries. See complete sweepstakes rules at www.forchtbank.com/sweepstakes. CE-0000466763
A5