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Covington OKs zoning for Westside apartments

By Nathan Granger

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he Covington City Commission has approved a zoning change that will allow Orleans Development to convert an old warehouse in the city’s Westside neighborhood into 39 apartment units.

The commission unanimously voted to approve the change at its Jan. 28 meeting.

Commissioners engaged in no discussion on the matter. The approval follows a positive recommendation from the Kenton County Planning Commission in December.

The property in question is at 1564 Banklick St. near the intersection of West 16th and Russell streets. The plan is to convert the building into a four-floor apartment complex with 39 units (a single studio apartment and 38 one-bedroom apartments) and 52 off-street parking spaces.

Covington resident Thurman Wenzl appealed the planning commission’s approval, stating the developer’s proposed rent ranges didn’t “speak to the needs of the Continues on page 3

The property at 1564 Banklick St. in Covington can now be converted to apartments. Provided | City of Covington

Infrastructure, housing are chamber forum’s top themes

By Kenton Hornbeck

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ousing and infrastructure spending were the central themes of the 2025 edition of the State of Northern Kentucky

forum.

Each year, the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce hosts the State of Northern Kentucky event, at which the judges-executive from Boone, Kenton and Campbell counties discuss the accomplishments and challenges of their respective jurisdictions.

The three leaders – Boone County’s Gary Moore, Kenton County’s Kris Knochelmann and Campbell County’s Steve Pendery – were the featured panelists.

All three agreed that infrastructure development is critical to Northern Kentucky’s economic growth. One of the most notable ongoing projects is improving Ky. 536, which runs through central Boone, Kenton and Campbell counties and is a primary connector across them. Regional leaders view the road as a way to enhance access and industrial and residential growth.

“We all need to get behind 536 as a proposition and finish it out so it can serve as a shorter route for workers to travel to get here to jobs,” Pendery said.

The project is a work in progress. Some parts have been completed, while others are still in various design and development stages. Each phase is different due to fac-

tors such as funding and environmental impact.

Knochelmann said that one of Kenton County’s top infrastructure priorities is developing a new I-75 interchange between Crittenden and Walton. Currently, Kenton County is pushing ahead on an initiative to increase the number of development-ready sites in the southwestern portion of the county. A new interchange would allow any future industrial developments direct access to the interstate.

Knochelmann said there are no concrete plans to develop a new interchange as of now, but state and county leaders are exploring the possibility. He said the interchange’s roads would not go farther east Continues on page 4

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community,” according to records from Kenton County Planning and Development Services. The developer put the rent range of the apartments at between $1,150 a month and $1,495 a month, depending on their size.

Usually, zoning change recommendations stop at the planning commission, but city residents can challenge the planning commission’s recommendation within 21 days if they take issue with it. Wenzl’s appeal escalated the final decision on the zoning change to the city government. No one spoke against the zoning change when it came before the planning commission.

The city commission had the option to hold a new public hearing to get residents’ feedback, similar to the public hearings that take place before the planning commission, or simply run it through the normal legislative process. The commission voted to forego a public hearing in early January and gave first reading Jan. 14 to the ordinance enacting the zoning change proposal.

Wenzl spoke against the zoning change at the Jan. 14 legislative meeting, and he elaborated on the reasoning for the appeal.

“Simply put, the rents are too high,” Wenzl told commissioners.

Wenzl was especially worried about younger professionals, who, he argued, wouldn’t have the income to live in the building’s apartments. By his calculations, someone would need to be making at least $46,000 to afford the least expensive apartment based on proposed rent scale.

“We’ve got a lot of folks doing important work in Covington who don’t make anywhere near $46,000,…” Wenzl said. “There’s a lot of folks in that $26,000 to $36,000 annual salary range who can’t afford to live in this project, and the tendency has been to approve a lot of similar projects.”

Wenzl attended the Jan. 28 meeting but did not speak.

Wenzl’s comments stood in contrast to reasoning given by elected officials and professionals, including the planning staff with the county and Orleans Development founder Tony Kreutzjans, about the complex’s affordability. They cited a housing

study released in 2023 from the Northern Kentucky Development District, which suggested a supply deficit in smaller rental properties at all income levels, arguing the building would serve as a way of filling the gap.

At the same time, about 62% of the residents in the development’s census tract are listed as rent-burdened as of 2022, according to the American Community Survey, an initiative from the U.S. Census Bureau that makes statistical estimations from census data.

Rental households must spend 30% or more of their income on rent (not including utilities, insurance and other housing expenses) to be considered rent-burdened.

A tenant living in the complex making $52,900 or less would be rent-burdened if they’re paying the complex’s estimated median rent of $1,322.50 a month.

About 45% of all Covington renters are rent-burdened, according to the American Community Survey. The median household income in Covington was $53,770 as of 2022.

Kreutzjans stated earlier this month he hoped to get the building onto the National Register of Historic Places and that his company plans to use historic tax credits to help fund the conversion. The 130-year-old building was originally part of an old cordage manufacturer before later becoming a warehouse.

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than U.S. 25, ensuring traffic would stay out of residential areas.

Moore touted Boone County’s creation of Kentucky’s first transportation improvement district, a special-purpose governmental entity created to coordinate and fund transportation-related projects in a specific geographic area. In essence, the TID would allow the county to pool public and private funding to finance infrastructure projects.

After Boone County passed its TID ordinance in February 2024, Kenton and Campbell counties followed suit, each creating their own districts.

Like Pendery, Knochelmann and Moore emphasized Ky. 536’s importance to the region. Moore said the project could improve access to the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport from rural Pendleton, Bracken and Mason counties.

No housing ‘silver bullet’ Regarding the housing shortage, the Northern Kentucky Area Development District on Jan. 14 published a report analyzing the current state of the region’s housing supply. The study follows up on the 2023 Northern Kentucky Housing Study, which found that the area needed over 6,500 new housing units – around 1,330 units per year – to keep pace with economic growth.

Northern Kentucky’s most significant shortage is in “workforce housing” – homes

At the 2025 State of Northern Kentucky forum were, from left, Tami Wilson, Gary Moore, Steve Pendery and Kris Knochelmann. Provided | Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce

for households earning between $15 and $25 per hour. As such, leaders in Boone, Kenton, and Campbell counties have publicly called for more investment in what they call “income-aligned” housing across Northern Kentucky.

Income-aligned housing is defined as affordable housing for people at different income levels. In recent years, regional leaders have opted to use the term instead of affordable housing, which has become stigmatized and polarizing.

The new study identifies new strategies to tackle the region’s housing shortage, including increasing community awareness, establishing a regional housing trust fund, setting aside publicly owned property for development, offering financial incentives to buyers and developers, expediting permitting and zoning processes, and increasing voucher incentives for landlords, among others.

Knochelmann said there is no single “silver bullet” would solve the problem. “I think un-

derstanding the facts so that we don’t paint this thing with such a broad brush as saying, ‘Oh my gosh, this is horrific,’ but we’ve got opportunities to improve,” he said.

Pendery noted that it’s not only people living in poverty struggling to find housing, but also working adults. “It’s nurses and firemen and policemen and a whole group of working-age people that are trying to get their start in life, and there’s no place but a four or five-bedroom, $500,000 house,” he said.

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Police boost presence to slow Amsterdam Road traffic dam Road will remain for the “foreseeable future.”

By Kathleen Bryant

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ort Wright residents can look forward to a “heavy” police presence on Amsterdam Road, specifically around its intersections at Morris and Redwood, the city said.

“The main goal for increased police presence is to deter bad driving behaviors,” Colwell said.

“We don’t like to write tickets,” Hatter said, “and the city doesn’t get revenue from it.

But sometimes it seems to be the best way to get the message out. That’s why we warn people [of heavier patrols] ahead of time.”

A Jan. 22 news release cites the “rising number of traffic violations routinely occurring in this area” as the reason behind the increased patrols. “Unfortunately, we continue to receive legitimate complaints from residents across the city about dangerous driving behavior, including speeding and ignoring stop signs,” the release said.

Traffic studies show that patrolling at collision “hotspots” can lead to safer driving in those areas, at least in the short term.

However, Fort Wright recognizes that increased, visible enforcement isn’t sustainable.

The last time Fort Wright announced an increase in traffic enforcement was in February 2024. Amsterdam Road was a problem then as well. In January 2024, 70% of vehicles driving on the road exceeded the 25 mph speed limit, according to a report from the city.

“The problem with all of these enforcement initiatives is that they make an immediate impact, but, as soon as we go away, drivers fall back into those bad behaviors,” Hatter said. “Hopefully, we can make a change by trying to raise awareness.”

Another weeklong speed study in August showed 24% of drivers were still speeding.

John Ash, a University of Cincinnati assistant professor and traffic expert, said some people drive recklessly on residential roads for exactly the reasons one would expect: “convenience, desire to avoid traffic, frustration.” However, Ash said road design can contribute to encouraging reckless driving.

Fort Wright isn’t looking at just the numbers, though. Mayor Dave Hatter’s family has lived in the Amsterdam Road area all his life. He said he has witnessed the reckless driving firsthand. He also said it’s not an isolated problem.

“We have speeding and traffic problems throughout the city,” Hatter said. “It’s not just Amsterdam Road. But I walk a lot in this area and watch people run the stop signs, especially at Morris and Amsterdam, without even tapping the brakes.”

Fort Wright Police Chief Jonathan Colwell confirmed that the department has received “several complaints” of speeding and rolling stops at these intersections.

He also examined the collision statistics at these intersections.

“From Jan. 1, 2020, through Dec. 31, 2024, there were three motor vehicle collisions reported in the search area of Amsterdam Road and Redwood Drive, and Amsterdam Road and Morris Drive,” Colwell said. “All were minor in nature, and no injuries were reported.”

Fort Wright police will step up patrols on Amsterdam Road. Provided | City of Fort Wright

According to a 2024 Pew Research Center survey, suburban residents are “slightly more likely” to report an increase in unsafe driving over the past five years than those in urban or rural areas.

step into the street to move around piled snow. A car whipped around the corner and nearly hit him.

Matthew Klare has lived on the corner of Amsterdam and Redwood for 22 years. He noticed an uptick in dangerous driving and brought it to the city’s attention.

“Ever since the pandemic, people don’t care anymore,” Klare said. “And when they took out the asphalt and put in the concrete [on this street], they made the road just a little wider. Now people think it’s a speedway.”

“I love this city,” Klare said. “I have a lot of fondness for Fort Wright. I just wish I would have bought a house on a different street.”

Klare likes his neighbors and his home, but he has noticed an increase in reckless driving outside of his house. Recently, he was taking his trash to the curb and had to

“Wider lanes and roadway areas can encourage drivers to drive faster,” he said.

“Lack of [bike lanes or sidewalks] may also mean that such users feel less comfortable traveling along a given roadway. Drivers may then get used to not seeing these users and become less cautious.”

Klare felt he had to say something.

Klare brought his concerns to the mayor.

There is no consensus on what should be done about Amsterdam Road. Matthew Klare said a neighbor suggested a flashing stop light.

Ash said there likely isn’t a single solution.

Colwell and Hatter reminded drivers to be courteous and safe.

“Mayor Hatter and the police have been great about this,” Klare said. “They’ve been very responsive.”

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kenton county briefs Riverfront trail may close for 5 years to make room for Brent Spence project

Riverfront Commons Trail temporary closure and detour map. Provided | Brent Spence Bridge Companion Project

One of the first noticeable signs of construction of the Brent Spence companion bridge could come in the form of a detour for cyclists and pedestrians.

The Brent Spence Bridge Corridor project is proposing to close a 0.8-mile portion of the Riverfront Commons Trail in Covington for approximately five years, beginning this summer. The closure would start just west of the Brent Spence Bridge and continue roughly 150 feet to the Covington Plaza.

A public notice states a temporary work bridge is necessary to facilitate construction. It will be built adjacent to and over the trail. Additionally, the notice states “temporary vehicular access to haul, store and move construction materials will also encroach on the trail during construction of the project.”

A detour, approximately 0.2 miles longer than the 0.8-mile stretch, is proposed with various traffic calming measures, depending on the location. Orange barrels, concrete barriers, bike lanes and shared-use paths are all options along the pathway.

Nate Weyand-Geise, a cyclist and resident of Covington’s Botany Hills neighborhood, said he’ll be encouraging state leaders to pick one. “Let’s have one consistent, safe alternative,” he said.

Speaking next to a Red Bike, which he uses to get to work, Weyand-Geise said he’s considering moving from the area as construction gets underway: “It’s been a great place to live, but, with the bridge construc-

tion, it’s not going to be as desirable to live there.”

ODOT in an email said the permit application is standard practice.

While he’d like to see an alternative to the project altogether, when it comes to the riverfront trail, he wants to ensure that the detour is the best accommodation possible.

Amy Townsend-Small, a professor of environmental science at the University of Cincinnati, opposes the entire project. She said she’d like to see investment in public transportation instead.

“Southbank Partners, in collaboration with the City of Covington and regional partners, is actively developing a comprehensive response to the public notice,” Southbank President and CEO Will Weber said in a statement. “Our goal is to minimize disruptions associated with this major Riverfront Commons project while ensuring its successful implementation.”

A companion bridge, she said, will not solve the underlying problem: “Planners and environmental scientists agree, it won’t be a long-term solution to traffic.” There will be “more traffic, more pollution, more exposure to noise and more disturbance to the communities, and this trail closure is one example,…” she said. “It’s the beginning.”

Southbank Partners is the lead organization behind Riverfront Commons in Northern Kentucky, the statement continued.

State officials are seeking feedback on potential trail alternatives by Feb. 23. Information on how to do that can be found at bit.ly/trail-comment.

Community advocates like Matt Butler of the Coalition of Transit and Sustainable Development are working on a response.

Consistent protection along the detour (such as a concrete barrier) and the length of the closure are top issues, he said.

“We hope that, you know, the cake is not completely baked; that they’re willing to go back and make some adjustments,” Butler said.

The Coalition of Transit and Sustainable Development represents the 20% of people in Covington who don’t have an automobile, according to Butler. “We want to elevate the neighbors and make sure their voices are heard,” he said.

On Jan. 29, the Ohio EPA is hosting a virtual public hearing to discuss water quality certification for the project. The Ohio Department of Transportation applied for a permit with the agency to allow for the discharge of materials into the Ohio River that could degrade the water quality during construction.

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ODOT lists Oct. 31 as the construction start date. Kathleen Fuller, spokesperson for the department’s District 8, which includes seven Southwest Ohio counties, said that’s essentially a placeholder. She anticipates more significant construction activities to begin in late 2025 or early 2026.

Residents said the start of construction brings mixed feelings. “It’s been a little bit of an emotional thing for the neighborhood because it means so much, and it feels like we’re just kind of a pawn,” said Ben Bailey, another Botany Hills resident.

“Travis Caudill has been a huge part of this school and community for the past decade and will be missed by everyone that has known him,” said Ludlow Superintendent Jason Steffen.

Before becoming principal of Ludlow High School in 2014, Caudill worked as assistant principal at Twenhofel Middle School, a social studies teacher at Twenhofel and Turkeyfoot middle schools and athletic director at Turkeyfoot.

While he has been principal, Ludlow High School has consistently scored in the higher brackets of academic performance among the region’s independent school districts. The school has also expanded its dual credit, trades education programs and other post-secondary educational options under his leadership.

He will finish out the remainder of the school year before retiring June 30.

Vet hire ‘game changer’ for animal services, to boost cat program

Now that construction seems to be set to get underway, Bailey said he’d like attention to be given to the neighborhoods that will live with the years of construction disruption. “I can’t really change the fact that I live by this bridge, but, if we’re gonna do it, let’s do it right and allocate the proper resources to make this transition as seamless as possible,” he said.

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Ludlow High School Principal Travis Caudill.

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Travis Caudill, who has served 10 years as principal of Ludlow High School, announced in January he will retire.

He’s worked over 25 years in education.

A pup taken in by the Kenton County Animal Services. Provided | Kenton County Animal Services on Facebook

Kenton County Animal Services has welcomed Tamara Goforth as its first staff veterinarian.

Goforth brings more than four decades of veterinary experience to the job, including expertise in shelter medicine, preventive care and emergency treatment, according to an announcement from the shelter. By

kenton county briefs adding her to the team, animals at the facility will receive timely medical attention, the announcement said, which will improve their health and adoptability.

“We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Goforth to our team,” Kenton County Animal Services Director Kelsey Maccombs said in the release. “Having an in-house veterinarian allows us to provide more comprehensive and immediate care to the animals, reduce wait times for medical evaluations and improve our community programming. This is a game-changer.”

Goforth started Jan. 7. An Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine graduate, Goforth previously served for more than 30 years as medical director for SPCA Cincinnati. She held similar roles with Pets in Need of Greater Cincinnati and Animal Friends Humane Society in Butler County.

Goforth’s new responsibilities will include: • Performing on-site spay and neuter surgeries.

• Providing prompt medical treatment for injured or sick animals.

• Expanding preventive care initiatives.

By performing spay and neuter surgeries on site, Goforth’s hiring will boost the capacity and efficiency of the county’s community cat program. Launched in 2016, this program adopts the industry’s best practice of trap-neuter-return, also known as TNR. This means community cats are taken in, ear-tipped, sterilized and vaccinated before being returned to their outdoor environment.

Kenton County Animal Services is at 1020 Mary Laidley Road in Covington.

Bourbon industry braces for impact of renewed EU tariffs

“We saw tens – if not hundreds – of millions of millions of dollars of impact on exports that the bourbon industry is just recovering from,” Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear said during a Jan. 16 news conference. “A state, again, that voted for Trump by 30 points will get hit incredibly hard.”

Following the suspension of tariffs, U.S. whiskey exports increased 32% to the European Union compared to 2021, according to the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States.

“The impact of the 2018 tariffs was pretty significant,” said Eric Gregory, president of the Kentucky Distillers Association. “We lost hundreds of millions of dollars in exports every year. When you look at the lost revenue [between 2018 and 2021] that we would have gotten, it’s about $580 to $600 million – and again, that’s at 25%.”

The suspended EU tariffs are set to take effect again March 31, but at 50%, if no agreement is reached between the European

Union and the United States on imported steel and aluminum.

“We’re trying to sound the alarms as much as possible that these are good-paying American jobs that are in jeopardy,” Gregory said. “We have been caught up in trade wars that have nothing to do with whiskey.”

“If the Trump Administration engages in the blanket tariffs that we are at least reading about, we are likely to get another bourbon tariff,” Beshear said. “That will be incredibly detrimental to our Kentucky economy. It will impact Kentucky in a way that it will impact no other state.”

Distillers in the commonwealth export more than 95% of the world’s bourbon products. According to Gregory, between 2008 and 2018, the bourbon industry’s exports grew 150%.

“The EU has traditionally been our largest export market, with Canada and Mexico a pretty close second,” Gregory said. “We

were going great guns toward the EU from the years 2009 through 2017 before the tariffs took place.”

Gregory said looming tariffs are just the latest factor to threaten the bourbon industry’s strong financial standing.

“The new Generation Z [isn’t] drinking as much. You’ve got everything from weight loss drugs that deter the effects of alcohol to supply chain issues,” he said. “When you look at cutting off a major supply market like the EU with all this bourbon sitting here, that’s a recipe for trouble.”

Kentucky’s signature industry is now aging a record 14.3 million barrels of bourbon, according to the Kentucky Distillers Association.

“You can only make bourbon in America.

And these are American jobs,” Gregory said. “We need President Trump’s help to figure out a way to help us get out of this mess that we’ve been ensnared in.”

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The impact on Duke Energy Kentucky’s customers is estimated to be an increase of 0.32% for residential customers and 0.32% on average for nonresidential customers in 2025, 1.7% for residential customers and 1.6% on average for non-residential customers in 2026, 1.8% for residential customers and 1.8% on average for non-residential customers in 2027, 1.3% for residential customers and 1.3% on average for non-residential customers in 2028, and 1.3% for residential customers and 1.3% on average for non-residential customers in 2029. For a Duke Energy Kentucky residential customer using 1,000 kilowatt hours per month (kWh/mo.), the initial monthly increase is expected to be $0.41 during 2025, $2.10 in 2026, $2.30 in 2027, $1.64 in 2028, and $1.71 in 2029.

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Kentucky’s bourbon industry finds itself staring down the barrel of potential new, EU-imposed tariffs come March, thanks to a trade war brewing between the United States and the European Union.

The threat stems from actions taken by the first Trump Administration in 2018, when the U.S. first slapped 25% and 10% tariffs on European steel and aluminum imports, respectively. European Union officials then imposed a 25% retaliatory tariff on American whiskey exports, which it suspended in 2022.

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Thomas William Maile, 77

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homas William Maile of Erlanger died Jan. 22 at Christ Hospital in Cincinnati, surrounded by his loving family. He was 77.

Mr. Maile was born July 1, 1947, in Covington to Edward and Mary Louise Maile (nee Cappel). He was a proud U.S. Army veteran who served during the Vietnam War and always spoke with honor about his time in service to his country.

Mr. Maile was a devoted member of the Catholic Order of Foresters and a faithful member for more than 40 years of Mary Queen of Heaven Church in Erlanger. He was a proud alumnus of Covington Catholic High School and was known for his unwavering loyalty to his alma mater, as well as his passionate support of the University of Kentucky Wildcats.

Mr. Maile was a dedicated member of Teamsters Local 100, where he worked tirelessly to support his family.

A shepherd at heart, Thomas had an innate ability to care for and protect those around him, earning the love and respect of all who knew him.

A loving husband, father, grandfather and friend, Mr. Maile was survived by his wife of 53 years, Elizabeth Maile (nee Moreno); his daughter, Maria (Jeffrey Portwood) Maile; his brothers, Dick (Pam Blackburn) Maile, Tony (Terri) Maile; and his sisters, Barbara (Mike) Goebel), Mary Sue Phillips. He also leaves behind his grandchildren, Isaac and Grace, and numerous other family members and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother-in-law, Bert Phillips.

Thomas’s love for his family was unconditional, and his impact on the lives of those he touched was immeasurable.

His legacy of faith, kindness and dedication will live on in the hearts of all who had the honor of knowing him. His spirit will remain forever with those who loved him.

By Kenton Hornbeck

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ith the Duke Energy Convention Center in downtown Cincinnati closed for an 18-month renovation, the annual Cincinnati Golf Expo was forced to find a new venue.

The expo typically uses approximately 90,000 square feet of space to accommodate the large number of vendors and golf-adjacent mini-games. It’s been held at the Duke Energy Center since its 2019 founding. Luckily for the event organizers, the Northern Kentucky Convention Center proved to be a viable alternative for this year’s expo, set for Feb. 7 through 10.

“We are happy so far with what we have at the [Northern Kentucky] Convention Center,” said Kelsey Krahe, the golf expo’s coordinator, “and are looking forward to being there this year, and potentially next year, depending on how the construction goes with Duke,” she said.

The 750,000-square-foot Cincinnati center’s renovation started in July. The construction is estimated to finish in January 2026.

CIncinnati officials and business and community leaders decided that the center, opened in 1967 and expanded in 1984 and 2006, was due for another significant upgrade. Upon completion, the convention center – Greater Cincinnati’s largest – will have 12,000 more square feet of space, a modernized exterior design, upgraded interior spaces and a rooftop terrace.

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Kentucky center has had more luck attracting smaller local events rather than large-scale conventions, according to John Ellison, the center’s director of sales and marketing.

“A lot of those events went to Sharonville [Convention Center in northern Hamilton County], and some of them have come here,” Ellison said. “It’s more attracting more local events versus large conventions.”

With the Duke Energy Center under construction, annual events it traditionally hosts have had to find new venues. Across the Ohio River in downtown Covington, the Northern Kentucky Convention Center has provided a solution.

Julie Kirkpatrick, president of meetNKY, the Northern Kentucky tourism bureau, said events like the Cincinnati Golf Expo anticipated the closure of the Duke Energy Center and sought relocation venues in advance.

The 110,000-square-foot facility opened in 2000 and boasts a 46,200-squarefoot exhibit hall, 23 meeting rooms and a 22,800-square-foot carpeted ballroom. It’s governed by a board of directors that’s appointed by Kentucky’s governor.

From Kirkpatrick’s perspective, the Northern Kentucky Convention Center’s location in Covington’s urban core boosts its marketability. It’s less than a mile’s walk from multiple hotels, coffee shops and popular restaurants in downtown Covington, as well as a short walk from downtown Cincinnati.

Due to differing capacities, the Northern

“There are some events that absolutely wanted to be in the vibrant urban core, so they’ve moved over to the Northern Kentucky Convention Center,” Kirkpatrick said.

Furthermore, Kirkpatrick said the convention center’s carpeted exhibit hall makes it an ideal location for corporate events like the annual Kona Ice Convention and the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Dinner.

Regardless of the construction at the Duke Energy Center, Kirkpatrick and Ellison view the recent success of the Northern Kentucky Convention Center as a plus for the entire region, as stakeholders in the local tourism industry collaborate to bring high-profile events to Greater Cincinnati.

“If you’re a large group and you need a large convention center, the Duke Energy Center is there, and what’s great is it creates demand for our riverfront hotels,” Kirkpatrick said. “We’re additive people, so we like to try to put things together in an additive way.”

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Mass of Christian Burial was said Feb. 1 at Mary Queen of Heaven Church, and a reception followed at the Drees Pavilion in Devou Park in Covington. He was entombed at Mother of God Cemetery in Covington.

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Frankfort priorities 2025: Rep. Marianne Proctor As we approach the 2025 legislative session, I am eager to work on behalf of the people of the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

Though this session is short, I am committed to addressing critical issues that directly impact our communities. My legislative priorities focus on protecting the safety and security of our homes and ensuring greater access to health care for Kentuckians.

First, I will champion the passage of an anti-squatting law to protect private property. Protecting property rights is one of my constitutional responsibilities, and this legislation is a significant step forward. After extensive collaboration with Realtors, law enforcement, county attorneys and prosecutors, we have crafted a law that will enable immediate action against unauthorized occupants, or “squatters,” who unlawfully take over homes or properties. Under this legislation, law enforcement will have the authority to promptly remove such individuals, restoring rightful ownership and peace of mind to property owners.

Our homes are places of safety and sanctuary, and this law ensures swift action to protect that fundamental right. It sends a clear message: We will not allow anyone to exploit legal loopholes or burden our citizens with costly and prolonged disputes over property.

Second, I am committed to advancing health care reform by addressing Kentucky’s outdated certificate of need laws.

These archaic regulations require health care entities to obtain government approval before expanding services or allowing new providers to enter the market. The result is a monopolistic health care system that limits access, increases costs and stifles innovation.

Boone County, one of the fastest-growing counties in the commonwealth, has felt

LINK nky invited local legislators to share their priorities for the 2025 legislative session, which began Jan. 7 and ends March 29. the effects of these restrictive laws. A single hospital system dominating the market leaves residents with fewer choices and less competitive pricing for health care services. Repealing or reforming certificate of need laws will empower Kentuckians by breaking the monopoly, fostering competition and providing more options for health care providers. It’s time to prioritize the needs of our growing communities over outdated regulations that hinder progress.

These priorities – protecting our homes and improving access to health care – are central to ensuring a stronger, safer and more prosperous Kentucky. I look forward to working with my colleagues to make these reforms a reality during this legislative session. Together, we can create meaningful change for the people of the commonwealth.

Rep. Marianne Proctor, R-District 60 Union

Frankfort priorities 2025: Rep. Mike Clines With the start of a new year comes the start of a new legislative session. I, along with my colleagues in the General Assembly, have been preparing for the 2025 regular session through the interim by attending committee and task force meetings and hearing from stakeholders about some of the most pressing issues facing the commonwealth.

During the 2025 regular session, one of my top legislative priorities is lowering the state’s individual income tax. The General Assembly has already successfully lowered

the individual income tax from 6% in 2017 to 4% in 2024. We have also met the necessary conditions to further reduce the individual income tax to 3.5% in January 2026.

Earlier this month, my colleagues in the House and I voted on H.B. 1, a measure aimed at achieving this reduction, which cleared the House and will move to the Senate for consideration. I am pleased that H.B. 1 was both the first bill the House passed and the first bill I cast a vote on during the 2025 regular session.

Our ability to do so is a result of fiscal responsibility and the legislature’s commitment to strengthening state revenue policies, including efforts to place a historic level of funding in the state’s budget reserve. As a result, more than a billion dollars have stayed in the pockets of Kentuckians, helping provide relief to our citizens struggling with inflation. Simultaneously, we have been able to provide record funding to K-12 public schools, which leads me to my second legislative priority of further strengthening and supporting our education system.

As a former professional educator, I recognize the foundational role that education plays in a young person’s life and how it shapes both the next generation and future of our commonwealth. During this upcoming legislative session, I will have the privilege of serving as vice chair of the newly formed Primary and Secondary House Education Committee. We’re going to focus on getting more resources into classrooms and building upon the work we’ve already done to support our educators and students. Thus far, we’ve been able to provide historic funding for K-12 public schools and have implemented policies to support educators, recruit and retain teachers, and empower parents.

Another of my top legislative priorities is exploring ways to address Kentucky’s housing shortage. During the interim, I had the honor of serving on the Housing

Task Force, which examined access and availability of housing in our state. After hearing from stakeholders about the factors impacting the availability of housing in Kentucky, we received several recommendations on how to address the housing shortage moving forward, which we will consider implementing during this legislative session. One specific recommendation we will further examine is how to modernize state regulations for today’s housing market.

Additionally, some of the legislation I intend to file includes phasing out the state property tax on vehicles over a nine-year period, allowing the insurance regulatory sandbox program to accept applications through Dec. 31, 2030, instead of sunsetting, and creating a drug-free zone around hospitals. Under this measure, a person who unlawfully traffics in a controlled substance classified in Schedules I, II, III, IV or V, or a controlled substance analogue in a hospital, or on any premises located within 1,000 feet of any hospital would be guilty of a Class D felony, unless a more severe penalty would apply.

In the end, our overarching goal as lawmakers is to implement policies that will support our constituents and make Kentucky the best place to live, work and raise a family.

Rep. Mike Clines, R-District 68 Alexandria

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his week we head to Fort Wright to visit a longtime date-night and special occasion staple, along with two eateries for quick and casual meals. Join us as we sample Chinese at Hot Wok, Mexican at Mi Tierra and steak at Walt’s Hitching Post.

who prefer eating take-out on the couch at home, along with indoor dining.

parties, so no matter the occasion there’s always space at Mi Tierra.

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Mi Tierra

Walt’s Hitching Post

Hot Wok

Nothing cures the winter blues quite like a jumbo margarita and endless chips and salsa. Mi Tierra Mexican Restaurant is the perfect tucked-away oasis to liven up a dreary day.

Hot Wok Starting with anything other than a margarita just feels wrong, but in case margaritas aren’t your thing, opt for a Modelo beer or one of the many wine choices. For entrees there are carnitas, burritos, quesadillas, fajitas and enchiladas for those looking for Tex-Mex dishes. Guests wanting more authentic Mexican choices should opt for street tacos or molcajete, a combination of steak, chicken, shrimp and Mexican sausage with cactus, green onions, jalapenos, grilled Mexican cheese served in a traditional stone bowl.

The generous portions are plenty to keep guests full, but save some room for dessert.

With choices of churros, fried ice cream, flan or sopapillas (deep fried tortillas with honey, butter and cinnamon).

The large interior supports couples to large Hot Wok’s interior. Photos by Maria Hehman

The small strip mall up the hill is home to two ethnic eateries for cheap and casual meals. Hot Wok serves Chinese favorites in a small setting with ample options. Its interior features Chinese decor with a sky blue ceiling that adds a touch of sunshine on cold days.

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Mi Tierra Location: 3420 Valley Plaza Parkway, Fort Wright Hours: Monday-Saturday 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Sunday 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.

Website: mitierrafortwright.com Phone: 859-331-1234

Walt’s Hitching Post

Walt’s Hitching Post has kept its old-school luxury feel.

For a fine dining experience, drive a few minutes down the road to Walt’s Hitching Post on Madison Pike. Walt’s is renowned for its steak, bourbon and rich history.

Walt’s food is famous, but it also draws in famous faces. With the uptick in movies filmed in the area and local sports teams finally finding some success, Walt’s is one of the places celebrities like to dine when in town.

Location: 3300 Madison Pike, Fort Wright Hours: Sunday-Saturday 5-9 p.m.

Website: waltshitchingpost.com Phone: 859-360-2222 roots and quiet luxury look. Walt’s has a theme of Kentucky horse racing throughout the restaurant, and many of the rooms even pay homage to local horse racing celebrities and clubs.

The food of course is the main draw. The steaks are synonymous with fine dining, the mention of Walt’s salted rye bread makes mouths water and the cocktails are always refreshing. Walt’s was originally best known for ribs and fried chicken liver. They’re still staples of the menu, but the steak selection is among the best in the area.

The menu covers the basics: egg rolls, dumplings, crab rangoon, fried rice and lo mein, to name just a few. For entrees, there’s everything from classic orange chicken to bourbon chicken as well as bang bang shrimp and crunchy sweet shrimp.

Regardless of what flavors you prefer, Hot Wok has the options to suit all.

Along with ample meat choices, Hot Wok also has a lengthy vegetarian menu. The restaurant offers online ordering for those

Location: 3420 Valley Plaza Parkway, Fort Wright Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, 10:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m.; Tuesday, closed; Friday-Saturday, 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday, 11:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m.

Website: chanshotwokwright.com Phone: 849-341-7700

Mi Tierra’s exterior.

Other than food, the old money décor and ambiance is a huge draw. Walt’s stuck with tradition, and, although it’s gone through renovations over the years, it held onto its

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All “A” championship game, a 60-50 victory over Owen County on Jan. 18.

Holy Cross and Lexington Christian Academy in the first two rounds.

Hester took over the program in the 201920 season and got his 100th win in his sixth season with the team. In his stead, the Bearcats are 101-72 (his 101st win coming the next day) with a district title coming in the 2021-22 season. They’ve also won the regional All “A” title four times.

The Walton-Verona boys basketball team won its first round game over Ballard Memorial before bowing out to eventual champion Danville Christian Academy in the quarterfinals.

Dixie Heights won the Region 6 girls bowling title.

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The Holy Cross and Walton-Verona girls lost in the first round, as did the Beechwood and Bishop Brossart boys. It’s the first time since 2022 that neither a boys or girls All “A” champion from Northern Kentucky didn’t come back with a trophy.

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The Covington Catholic bowling team won the Region 6 title Jan. 21. In its path to the title, the team defeated Lloyd Memorial, Cooper and Holy Cross.

Boone County’s Maddox Kuryla was the individual boys champion.

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Also Jan. 21, the Dixie Heights girls bowling team won the Region 6 title. The team defeated Conner, Beechwood and Boone County on its way to the title.

Brossart girls reach semis at All ‘A’ state tournament; Walton-Verona takes a win

Highlands won the Region 7 girls bowling title by defeating Scott, Campbell County and Newport Central Catholic. Pendleton County defeated Simon Kenton for the boys Region 7 title.

The Bishop Brossart girls basketball team posted a strong showing at the All “A” Classic state tournament in Owensboro from Jan. 22-26, advancing to the semifinals before being taken out by runner-up Bethlehem. The Lady ’Stangs defeated Louisville

Hester wins 100th with Walton-Verona at region championship The 100th win for Walton-Verona boys basketball coach Mike Hester came at the perfect time. It was in the Bearcats 8th Region

Former Bishop Brossart coach Kevin Bundy cut the net down after the 2021 region championship at George Rogers Clark. Photo by Evan Dennison | LINK nky

Former Bishop Brossart girls basketball coach and Athletic Director Kevin Bundy died Jan. 23 at age 57.

Dylan Davis was the individual standout.

He posted the second best score headed into bracket play and made it to the semifinals, Landon Walker was 15th and Will Melching 19th.

Alyssa Bechtol won the individual region title for the Colonels while Abree Young posted a top four score to make the bracket play and lost to Bechtol in the semifinals.

Kevin Bundy, former Bishop Brossart AD, girls coach dies at 57

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The Ryle archery team set a season-high score of 3,336 to win the Summit View Royal Shootout over the weekend out of 12 teams that competed. It won first by 46 points.

Leading the way for Ryle were five archers in the top 11 of the shootout. Prisha Shah placed first overall with a score of 286, a personal best and connected on 19 tens.

Kennan Caudill was fourth overall with a 285 and hit 16 tens. James Kunert also finished with a 285 and arched 15 tens.

Following them were Jack Albertson with a 284 and in sixth in the overall boys division, and Gwen Hamon with a 282 and third in the overall girls division.

Bundy was a longtime basketball coach.

He started his coaching career with Fields, Mike Code and Chris Hook at Tichenor Middle School in the ’90s. His most notable tenure was with the Bishop Brossart girls program, coaching the Lady ’Stangs from 2016-21 with a record of 95-52 and leading them to a 10th Region title in 2021, their first region title since 2001. Bundy also guided Brossart to a 37th District title in 2021 and three 10th Region All “A” titles from 2019-21.

He went on to coach the Mason County girls basketball team for one season, leading them to a 18-10 record and 39th District title in 2021-22. He also coached at Highlands, coaching middle school teams and as a varsity assistant for the boys program.

He also pioneered the Blacktop League at Silverlake and ran the league for over 30 years, most recently celebrating its 30year anniversary in 2023.

Bundy was also a journalist, writing for the Dixie News as a sports reporter and earning the nickname “Scoop Bundy”.

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BY VIRTUE OF A JUDGMENT RENDERED 12/10/2024

BY THE CAMPBELL CIRCUIT COURT, IN THE ABOVE CAUSE I SHALL PROCEED TO OFFER FOR SALE AT THE CAMPBELL CIRCUIT COURTHOUSE, 330 YORK STREET, NEWPORT, KENTUCKY 41071, OUTSIDE THE FRONT DOOR.

BY VIRTUE OF A JUDGMENT RENDERED 1/10/2025 BY THE CAMPBELL CIRCUIT COURT, IN THE ABOVE CAUSE I SHALL PROCEED TO OFFER FOR SALE AT THE CAMPBELL CIRCUIT COURTHOUSE, 330 YORK STREET, NEWPORT, KENTUCKY 41071, OUTSIDE THE FRONT DOOR.

To the highest or best bidder at public auction on 2/11/2025 at 3:00pm, the following property, to-wit:

To the highest or best bidder at public auction on 2/11/2025 at 3:00pm, the following property, to-wit:

621 Fifth Avenue, Dayton, Kentucky 41074

117 Delta Avenue, Fort Thomas, Kentucky 41075

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BY VIRTUE OF A JUDGMENT RENDERED 11/25/2024

BY THE CAMPBELL CIRCUIT COURT, IN THE ABOVE CAUSE I SHALL PROCEED TO OFFER FOR SALE AT THE CAMPBELL CIRCUIT COURTHOUSE, 330 YORK STREET, NEWPORT, KENTUCKY 41071, OUTSIDE THE FRONT DOOR. To the highest or best bidder at public auction on 2/11/2025 at 3:00pm, the following property, to-wit: 233 West 7th Street, Newport, Kentucky 41071 Group No: 41388/A2 PIDN: 999-99-03-358.00

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BELLEPOINTE COMMONS CONDOMINIUMS COUNCIL OF CO-OWNERS, INC.

KENTUCKY HOUSING CORPORATION VS.

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JACQUELINE NICOLE PARRISH, ET AL.

SAMANTHA RODRIGUEZ, ET AL.

BY VIRTUE OF A JUDGMENT RENDERED 1/10/2025 BY THE CAMPBELL CIRCUIT COURT, IN THE ABOVE CAUSE I SHALL PROCEED TO OFFER FOR SALE AT THE CAMPBELL CIRCUIT COURTHOUSE, 330 YORK STREET, NEWPORT, KENTUCKY 41071, OUTSIDE THE FRONT DOOR.

BY VIRTUE OF A JUDGMENT RENDERED 1/10/2025 BY THE CAMPBELL CIRCUIT COURT, IN THE ABOVE CAUSE I SHALL PROCEED TO OFFER FOR SALE AT THE CAMPBELL CIRCUIT COURTHOUSE, 330 YORK STREET, NEWPORT, KENTUCKY 41071, OUTSIDE THE FRONT DOOR.

To the highest or best bidder at public auction on 2/11/2025 at 3:00pm, the following property, to-wit:

To the highest or best bidder at public auction on 2/11/2025 at 3:00pm, the following property, to-wit: 1360 Bellepointe Commons, Bellevue, Kentucky 41073

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PIDN: 999-99-06-343.00

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JACKSON GARNDER STRONG, ET AL.

BY VIRTUE OF A JUDGMENT RENDERED 1/10/2025 BY THE CAMPBELL CIRCUIT COURT, IN THE ABOVE CAUSE I SHALL PROCEED TO OFFER FOR SALE AT THE CAMPBELL CIRCUIT COURTHOUSE, 330 YORK STREET, NEWPORT, KENTUCKY 41071, OUTSIDE THE FRONT DOOR.

BY VIRTUE OF A JUDGMENT RENDERED 12/9/2024 BY THE CAMPBELL CIRCUIT COURT, IN THE ABOVE CAUSE I SHALL PROCEED TO OFFER FOR SALE AT THE CAMPBELL CIRCUIT COURTHOUSE, 330 YORK STREET, NEWPORT, KENTUCKY 41071, OUTSIDE THE FRONT DOOR.

To the highest or best bidder at public auction on 2/11/2025 at 3:00pm, the following property, to-wit:

To the highest or best bidder at public auction on 2/11/2025 at 3:00pm, the following property, to-wit:

10521 Michael Drive, Unit 9, Alexandria, Kentucky 41001

36-7 Woodland Hills Drive, Southgate, Kentucky 41071

Group No: 70239/A3

Group No: 41642/D5

PIDN: 999-99-22-885.47

PIDN: 999-99-11-117.00

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BY VIRTUE OF A JUDGMENT RENDERED 1/10/2025 BY THE CAMPBELL CIRCUIT COURT, IN THE ABOVE CAUSE I SHALL PROCEED TO OFFER FOR SALE AT THE CAMPBELL CIRCUIT COURTHOUSE, 330 YORK STREET, NEWPORT, KENTUCKY 41071, OUTSIDE THE FRONT DOOR. To the highest or best bidder at public auction on 2/11/2025 at 3:00pm, the following property, to-wit: 317 Manhattan Boulevard, Dayton, Kentucky 41074 Group No: 30596/C1 PIDN: 999-99-33-462.09

THE COMPLETE LEGAL DESCRIPTION IS MORE PARTICULARLY SET OUT IN THE JUDGMENT AND ORDER OF SALE ENTERED IN THIS CASE. Subject to conditions, covenants, restrictions, right of ways and easements in existence, including but not limited to those in prior instruments of record; legal highways, and zoning ordinances.

SAID PROPERTY SHALL BE SOLD SUBJECT TO REAL ESTATE TAXES DUE AND OWING FOR THE YEAR OF SALE AND THEREAFTER PRIOR YEARS UNPAID TAXES SHALL BE PAID FROM THE PROCEEDS IF THE PURCHASER IS NOT THE PLAINTIFF. IF THE PURCHASER IS THE PLAINTIFF, PRIOR YEARS’ UNPAID TAXES SHALL BE PAID BY THE PLAINTIFF, IN FULL OR PRO RATA, PROVIDED THE SALE PURCHASE PRICE EXCEEDS THE COURT COSTS. THIS PROPERTY IS BEING SOLD TO PRODUCE THE SUMS OF MONEY SO ORDERED TO BE MADE IN THE JUDGMENT AND ORDER OF SALE ENTERED IN THE WITHIN CASE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO COURT COSTS, AD VALOREM TAXES, IN THE SUM OF $4,271.16; AND OTHER LIENS, INTEREST, ATTORNEY FEES AND/OR OTHER SUMS AND JUDGMENTS THAT MAY BE AWARDED BY THE COURT. THE SALE SHALL BE MADE TO THE HIGHEST AND BEST BIDDER(S). ANY PURCHASER OTHER THAN PLAINTIFF WHO DOES NOT PAY CASH IN FULL SHALL PAY 10% CASH AND SHALL BE REQUIRED TO EXECUTE A BOND AT THE TIME OF SALE, WITH SURETY ACCEPTABLE TO THE MASTER COMMISSIONER AND PRE-APPROVED BY THE MASTER COMMISSIONER AT LEAST BY NOON, TWO (2) BUSINESS DAYS BEFORE THE SALE DATE, TO SECURE THE UNPAID BALANCE OF THE PURCHASE PRICE, AND SAID BOND SHALL BEAR INTEREST AT THE RATE OF 12% PER ANNUM FROM THE DATE OF SALE UNTIL PAID, AND SHALL HAVE THE SAME FORCE AND EFFECT AS A JUDGMENT AND SHALL REMAIN AND BE A LIEN ON THE PROPERTY UNTIL PAID THE BOND SURETY MUST BE PRESENT AT THE SALE AND EXECUTE SALE BOND AND THE AFFIDAVIT OF SURETY THE PURCHASER(S) SHALL HAVE THE PRIVILEGE OF PAYING ALL THE BALANCE OF THE PURCHASE PRICE PRIOR TO THE EXPIRATION OF THE THIRTY (30) DAY PERIOD. THE DEPOSIT SHALL BE WAIVED IF PLAINTIFF IS THE SUCCESSFUL BIDDER. THE MASTER COMMISSIONER SHALL SELL THE REAL ESTATE BY PUBLIC SALE ON A DAY AND TIME TO BE FIXED BY HIM, OUTSIDE THE FRONT DOOR OF THE CAMPBELL CIRCUIT COURTHOUSE, 330 YORK STREET, NEWPORT, KENTUCKY. BIDDERS MUST BE PREPARED TO COMPLY WITH THESE TERMS. THE COSTS OF THE SALE SHALL BE PAID WITHIN FOURTEEN (14) DAYS OF THE SALE. JOSEPH F. GRIMME, MASTER COMMISSIONER 859-291-9075

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CASE NO.: 24-CI-01698

CASE NO.: 24-CI-01194

STOCKTON MORTGAGE CORPORATION

KENTUCKY HOUSING CORPORATION

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MATTHEW DENNY, ET AL

WILLIAM H. MERRITT, ET AL

By virtue of a judgment and order of sale of the Boone Circuit Court rendered JANUARY 21, 2025 the above case, I shall proceed to offer for sale at the Justice Center Building in Burlington, Kentucky, to the highest bidder, at public auction on THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2025 at the hour of 9:00 a.m. or thereabouts, the following described property to-wit:

By virtue of a judgment and order of sale of the Boone Circuit Court rendered NOVEMBER 26, 2024 the above case, I shall proceed to offer for sale at the Justice Center Building in Burlington, Kentucky, to the highest bidder, at public auction on THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2025 at the hour of 9:00 a.m. or thereabouts, the following described property to-wit:

ADDRESS: 2482 HILLIARD DRIVE HEBRON, KY 41048

COMMISIONER’S SALE BOONE COUNTY CIRCUIT COURT

PVA PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 061.07-26-025.00

PVA PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 047.00-07-317.00 AMOUNT OF JUDGMENT: $169,359.43 GROUP NO.: 4438

DIVISION I CASE NO.: 24-CI-01573 KENTUCKY HOUSING CORPORATION VERSUS} JENNIFER ROBIN ELLIS, ET AL By virtue of a judgment and order of sale of the Boone Circuit Court rendered JANUARY 21, 2025 the above case, I shall proceed to offer for sale at the Justice Center Building in Burlington, Kentucky, to the highest bidder, at public auction on THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2025 at the hour of 9:00 a.m. or thereabouts, the following described property to-wit: ADDRESS: 2972 HOLLY HILL DRIVE BURLINGTON, KY 41005 PVA PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 038.00-15-082.00 AMOUNT OF JUDGMENT: $208,866.32 GROUP NO.: 4824

ADDRESS: 127 LLOYD AVENUE FLORENCE, KY 41042

The complete legal description is particularly set out in the Judgment and Order of Sale entered in this case.

TERMS OF SALE: The property shall be sold as a whole. The purchaser may pay all or part of the purchase price in cash, and may pay the balance of the purchase price on a credit of 30 days after date of sale; said credit shall be granted only upon the execution by the purchaser of bond, with surety thereon, and said surety shall be a lending institution authorized and doing business in Kentucky, or a reputable fidelity or surety company, authorized and doing business in Kentucky, and only if said surety be acceptable to the Commissioner of the Boone Circuit Court; and an authorized officer of the surety must be present at the sale or must have given the Commissioner adequate assurance of its intent to be surety prior to or at the sale; and said Bond shall be, and shall remain, a lien on the property sold as additional security for the payment of the full purchase price, and shall have the full force and effect of a Judgment; and said Bond shall bear interest at the rate provided by the Judgment up to Twelve (12%) Percent per annum until paid.

The purchaser shall be required to pay the sum of 10% of the bid amount in cash or certified check on the purchase at the time of sale.

The successful bidder at the sale shall, at bidder’s own expense, carry fire and extended insurance coverage on any improvements from the date of sale until the purchase price is fully paid, with a loss payable clause to the Commissioner of the Boone Circuit Court. Failure of the purchaser to effect such insurance shall not affect the validity of the sale or the purchaser’s liability thereunder, but shall entitle, but not require, a lien holder herein, after giving notice to the Commissioner, to effect said insurance and furnish the policy or evidence thereof to the Commissioner, and the premium thereon or the proper portion thereof shall be charged to the purchaser as purchaser’s cost.

The property shall be sold subject to ad valorem taxes for the year 2024 and all subsequent years thereafter; easements, restrictions and stipulations of record; assessments for public improvements levied against the property, if any; existing zoning ordinances, statutes, laws, or regulations; and any facts which an inspection and accurate survey of the property may disclose.

BIDDERS SHALL BE PREPARED TO COMPLY WITH THESE TERMS. All sales are “as is” and the Plaintiff, the Master Commissioner, and the Court shall not be deemed to have warranted title of the real estate to the purchaser.

FURTHER INFORMATION REGARDING THESE SALES AND OTHER UPCOMING SALES CAN BE FOUND AT www.boonecountyky.org (Link to Department/Agencies to Master Commissioner) PROSPECTIVE BIDDERS ARE ADVISED AND ENCOURAGED TO REFER TO THAT WEBSITE FOR ANSWERS TO ANY QUESTIONS.

AMOUNT OF JUDGMENT: $145,214.66 GROUP NO.: 99

DIVISION I CASE NO.: 13-CI-00301 WELLS FARGO BANK, NA VERSUS} JOHN D. GOOCH, ET AL By virtue of a judgment and order of sale of the Boone Circuit Court rendered JUNE 18, 2013 the above case, I shall proceed to offer for sale at the Justice Center Building in Burlington, Kentucky, to the highest bidder, at public auction on THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2025 at the hour of 9:00 a.m. or thereabouts, the following described property to-wit: ADDRESS: 2729 BENJAMIN LANE HEBRON, KY 41048 PVA PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 036.00-12-010.00 AMOUNT OF JUDGMENT: $156,843.70 GROUP NO.: 4272

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