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In December, officials said officers discovered the horses suffering from abuse and neglect on the property. Two horses were in a pasture, and the rest were inside a barn. Two of the horses in the barn were housed in a stall designed for one.

“The horses were severely underweight, some with visible hip and rib bones,” Kenton County Animal Services said in a release. “Several were overdue for teeth floating and hoof trimming. One of the nine horses perished due to the severity of

All eight surviving horses have been placed in new homes.

Brandie Hart is not allowed to own horses for two years and has to reimburse the county for the cost of the horses’ care as a condition of her plea.

“I couldn’t be more proud of our Animal Control team, especially Officer Billy Ray, who pursued this investigation and saw it through to the end,” said Kenton County Animal Services Director Kelsey Maccombs.

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Pilot project to address ‘pandemic slide’ in Northern Kentucky schools

As students, parents and schools continue to see the effects of learning loss as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, a three-year Northern Kentucky pilot program could be the key to reversing that trend locally.

That’s according to Nancy Grayson, president and CEO of Horizon Community Funds of Northern Kentucky, which established the NKY Student Success Fund.

“The NKY Student Success Fund addresses a significant and well-documented issue stemming from the pandemic,” Grayson said. “The impact COVID has had on students is substantial – our goal is to reverse this learning loss and drive improved academic performance.”

The pilot program aims to increase the annual academic performance of elementary students participating in the initiative in kindergarten through fifth grade.

“The goal is to raise $2.7 million to support Northern Kentucky youth across Covington Independent Schools and two additional Northern Kentucky school districts, and ultimately expand into more local districts towards the end of the three-year pilot,” according to a release from Horizon Community Funds. “The districts are selected based on highest academic need, greatest potential impact regarding students served, federal grant funding opportunity, and district commitment to the partnership. A third-party evaluation will be conducted to assess outcomes as well as the fidelity of the expansion.”

The Student Success Fund was developed in partnership with educational nonprofit Covington Partners.

“Covington Partners is excited to share our theory of change and highly effective systems with partnering school districts to improve outcomes for all students,” said Covington Partners Executive Director Stacie Strotman.

Sanitation District 1 employs new technology to reduce costs

Sanitation District 1, or SD1, the public agency responsible for sewer manage- ment in much of the region, recently began using trench-less technology to make repairs to sewer pipes, according to a recent press release from the agency.

“SD1 began implementing this method last year on specific regional sewer projects and the district estimates average cost savings of $2,000 to $5,000 per project compared to conventional repair methods,” according to the release.

The technology employs a flexible epoxy that technicians insert from manhole openings. The epoxy moves through a damaged pipe, molding to its shape, before being allowed to harden. This method of repair allows the district to make repairs without digging trenches.

It also enables technicians to make repairs in a few hours, compared to the several days it takes when using older repair methods. The agency hopes to train more workers on this technology moving forward, which it says will do more to reduce costs and increase efficiency.

Silicon Valley satellite navigation company to open new office in Fort Wright

San Jose-based satellite navigation receiver manufacturer JAVAD GNSS announced it is opening an office in Fort Wright.

The facility will focus on research, development and engineering design for satellite navigation receivers. It will serve as a creative center for engineers in firmware development and electronic design. The expansion is expected to create 20 new engineering jobs in Fort Wright, according to a press release from the governor’s office.

The company’s decision to establish a new office in the United States is driven by its desire to increase domestic manufacturing and engineering capabilities. Additionally, JAVAD says it is looking to accelerate its product development and research and development.

“This expansion of our engineering capabilities into Kentucky is a deliberate step in our growth and vision to produce firstclass products in the USA,” CEO Mitra Ashjaee said. “JAVAD is excited to work in Fort Wright and participate in the high-tech community for engineering innovations.”

Beshear, Ky. legislators mourn the passing of state Rep. Lamin Swann

LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — Kentucky state Rep. Lamin Swann died May 14, days after he was hospitalized with a medical emergency.

The Lexington Democrat suffered a “significant medical emergency,” his mother, Pamela Dixon, said in a statement released by the Kentucky House Democratic Caucus.

Swann, 45, was elected last year. He was a member of the committees for transportation, health services, economic development and workforce investment; and elections, constitutional amendments and intergovernmental affairs, according to the General Assembly’s website.

“Beyond our faith, what comforts us is knowing the positive and lasting impact he had on so many,” Dixon said. “Those include his loved ones and friends; those he advocated for throughout his life; and, now, those whose own lives will forever be strengthened by his decision to be an organ donor.”

Swann was a strong advocate on issues ranging from social justice to expanding disability rights, caucus leaders Derrick Graham, Cherlynn Stevenson and Rachel Roberts said.

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear, a Democrat, posted on Twitter that his heart is heavy with the news of Swann’s passing.

“Lamin was always smiling, leading with kindness while working to build a better Kentucky for all,” Beshear said.

Ohio high court: Records must be public in opioid settlement case

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The state panel that will decide how Ohio distributes more than half of the money it will receive from a nationwide settlement regarding the opioid addiction crisis must make its records publicly available, the state Supreme Court ruled.

In their unanimous ruling, the justices rejected the OneOhio Recovery Foundation’s claim that it was a private nonprofit corporation and therefore not subject to the state’s open public records law. The justices found the foundation “misstates its function,” noting it’s not responsible for providing treatment, education or prevention services, but rather giving settlement money to those who do provide such services.

The ruling stemmed from a lawsuit brought by Harm Reduction Ohio, a drug policy reform group that has sought documents related to the panel’s board meetings and “numerous” committee meetings involving “hiring, finances, bylaws and other matters.” The reform group also said its president was not allowed to attend the panel’s initial meeting in May 2022, even though officials had said it would operate as if it were subject to Ohio’s open meetings law.

The 29-member panel consists of state representatives, local government leaders, addiction treatment experts and others from around the state. It will decide how to distribute more than $440 million of an $808 million settlement reached last year with the nation’s three largest pharmaceutical distributors and drugmaker Johnson & Johnson.

OneOhio has maintained that it’s trying to follow what the settlement mandated –that it be a private nonprofit organization – and that openly saying it’s a public body would jeopardize that status.

“The decision doesn’t change things,” said Connie Luck, a spokesperson for OneOhio. “Consistent with its mission, the foundation operates in a transparent fashion and will continue to do so.”

Indiana sheriff’s deputy killed in dog attack; son, 8, wounded

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — A sheriff’s deputy died after being attacked in her Indianapolis home by a dog that also bit and wounded her 8-year-old son, authorities said.

Tamieka White, 46, was pronounced dead at the scene shortly after Indianapolis police officers responded to her home on May 10, officials said. She had been a dep- uty with the Marion County Sheriff’s Office since 2007.

Her young son was also bitten in the dog attack and was treated for non-life-threatening injuries, The Indianapolis Star reported.

Indianapolis police said the attacking dog charged at a responding officer, who fatally shot the animal.

A spokesperson with the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department said the dog was not owned by White, and police have identified the owner. They declined to release further information about the owner.

The Marion County Sheriff’s Office said White had served as a deputy sheriff in the Judicial Enforcement Division, which oversees the transportation of inmates to and from courts, collecting delinquent taxes and serving legal process papers.

“Deputy White was a bright light to all that knew her,” Sheriff Kerry Forestal said in a statement. “We are immensely grateful for her nearly 17 years of service to our agency.”

Churchill Downs horse death is eighth recent fatality

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — A horse died after a race at Churchill Downs on May 14, making it the eighth fatality in recent weeks at the home of the Kentucky Derby.

Rio Moon “suffered a catastrophic injury to his left foreleg a few strides after the wire,” according to notes in the Equibase chart for the sixth race.

The 3-year-old colt ridden by Martin Garcia was euthanized, the chart said. Rio Moon was trained by Dale Romans and was winless in six career starts with earnings of $11,621.

The latest death follows a recent spate of fatalities at Churchill Downs. Two horses were euthanized after being injured in races on the Kentucky Derby undercard on May 6. Five others were euthanized after training and racing incidents at the track in the days leading up to the Derby.

Trainer Saffie Joseph Jr. was indefinitely suspended by Churchill Downs during Derby week after two of his horses collapsed on the track and died.

Two Odyssey of the Mind teams from St. Agnes to compete in world finals

tions, students apply classroom learning and personal interests to solve challenging open-ended problems, reinforcing skills in teamwork, budgeting, time management, public speaking and more.

Take the summer reading challenge at Campbell County libraries

The Campbell County Public Library’s summer reading program starts June 3 and is open to adults, teens and kids. This year’s theme, “Roar, soar, read,” is all about dinosaurs. Every branch will be packed with fun activities, giveaways and chances to win prizes (for all age levels).

ticipants have additional opportunities to earn entries into midsummer and grandprize drawings.

Visit the library’s website, cc.pl.org, for more information, or pick up a brochure at any Campbell County branch.

The Point/Arc grads celebrate pre-employment transition graduation

Hills. Students, their families and care teams attended the event, where graduates shared their achievements and excitement about taking the next step into employment. The Zembrodt Education Center provides opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to reach their highest potential educationally, socially, residentially and vocationally.

Villa Hills, Crescent Springs to hold annual community yard sale

Two teams from St. Agnes School in Fort Wright will compete in the Odyssey of the Mind World Finals at Michigan State University from May 24-28. The teams are composed of 13 third- through fifth-graders who placed first and second in their divisions for the Kentucky State Tournament. In Odyssey of the Mind competi-

Register at your favorite branch or online at cc-pl.org/beanstack to track your reading and enter to win prizes. Books, graphic novels, comics and audio books all count.

For every five hours of reading, adults and teens receive an entry into prize drawings that take place at the end of June and July. Children in kindergarten through fifth grade receive prizes for every four hours of reading and for finishing 40 books. All par-

Students who have completed the pre-employment curriculum through The Point/ Arc Zembrodt Education Center celebrated May 10 in a transition graduation and awards ceremony at The Gardens in Park

It’s the season for yard sales and garage sales, and Villa Hills and Crescent Springs are hosting their huge combined event. It will take place from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, May 26 and 27, throughout the community. Organizers caution, however, that some households may choose to end their yard sale before the event’s official ending.

Pick up copies of the yard sale map and address list starting May 24 by going to villahillsky.org. You can also pick up maps at the Crescent Springs and Villa Hills city buildings.

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