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Kentucky holds mandatory meetings for agencies wanting Homeland Security grants

Submitted by Richard Todd, Reporter
Wednesday, May 16th, 2012, 5:21pm
Kentucky holds mandatory meetings for agencies wanting Homeland Security grants

 

FRANKFORT, KY (FOX19) - The Kentucky Office of Homeland Security (KOHS) has scheduled workshops across the state to assist agencies in preparing applications for State Homeland Security Program (SHSP) grants.

Two of the workshops are in Northern Kentucky, with a third not terribly far away in Frankfort.

Due to revised SHSP application issues, KOHS says they are requiring attendance at one of eight state-wide application workshops for those local government units who intend to make application for FFY 2012 funds.

Applications from city, county or special districts that do not have at least one representative at one of the workshops will not be accepted. KOHS says this is not to imply that the application process has become more complicated, but with the current funding levels received by the Commonwealth, it is important to be aware of the information provided at these workshops.

There is no registration for these workshops (all times local):

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Bike and Ride Free on Metro, TANK and CTC on Thursday, May 17

Submitted by Cincinnati Metro
Wednesday, May 16th, 2012, 8:44am
Bike and Ride Free on Metro, TANK and CTC on Thursday, May 17

CINCINNATI –  To celebrate Bike to Work Day, bicycle commuters can ride free on Metro, the Transit Authority of Northern Kentucky (TANK) or Clermont Transportation Connection (CTC) on Thursday, May 17, when they transport their bikes on the easy-to-use bus bike racks.

Bike racks are located on the front of all Metro, TANK and CTC buses and can be used at all bus stops including Government Square downtown. Each bike rack can accommodate two bikes. For safety reasons, bikes are not allowed on-board buses unless they can be folded and stowed under a seat.

Metro and TANK will also be at the Bike to Work Day Celebration on Fountain Square on May 17, from noon to 1 p.m., to demonstrate the ease of biking and riding buses. Visit http://www.queencitybike.com/ for information on Cincinnati Bike Month activities.

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Ockerman 5th graders spread “Reading Power"

Submitted by Richard Todd, Reporter
Tuesday, May 15th, 2012, 11:38pm
Ockerman 5th graders spread “Reading Power"

 

FLORENCE, KY (FOX19) – Last week 5th graders from Mary Sefton’s Class at Ockerman Elementary School hosted a “Reading Power Hour” at Boone County Public Library’s Burlington Branch.

Dressed in matching tie dyed shirts, students huddled around their teacher to signal the beginning of their “Reading Power Hour.” During the event to promote literacy, 5th graders worked with younger students, ages 5- 8, to facilitate reading activities.  

The stations included: Reading Buddies, File Folder Games, Read Alouds, and a Craft Station.

Throughout the school year, Sefton worked with the students to plan these activities.  She also collaborated with Elaine Demoret, Boone County Library’s Youth Services Associate; Demoret visited the classroom to meet with student groups and help plan final activities.  As a result of this partnership, both sessions were well attended.

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Kick-off the Summer at the Library!

Submitted by bkempf on Tuesday, May 15th, 10:18 am
Kick-off the Summer at the Library!

Celebrate the beginning of Summer Reading with face tattoos, carnival games, crafts, and more at all Boone County Public Library locations on Friday, June 1, from 4 to 6 p.m! Register for the Library's summer reading program, pick up a coupon for a free cheese coney and enter a drawing to win a Gold Star Chili gift box! Boone County Parks, Boone County Schools and the R.C. Durr YMCA will be on hand to show you what they're offering for families this summer. Great fun for all ages!

Colossal Summer Kick-Off sponsored by Gold Star Chili (all ages)
Friday, June 1, 4-6 p.m.
All BCPL locations: Chapin Memorial Library, Florence Branch, Lents Branch, Main Library, Scheben Branch and Walton Branch

 

 

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School’s almost out – what are you going to do with the kids this summer?

Submitted by bkempf on Tuesday, May 15th, 9:24 am
School’s almost out – what are you going to do with the kids this summer?

Now that school is almost out, have you thought about how you’re going to keep the kids occupied this summer? Why not bring them to the Library for Summer Reading? They can read for fun and prizes all summer long…and so can you! Boone County Public Library has reading programs for all ages, from birth to adult.

     Summer Reading at Boone County Public Library runs June 1 to August 1 and it’s easy for busy families to participate. Simply go to www.bcpl.org, beginning June 1, and set up online reading logs for everyone in the family. Paper reading logs will be available at all library locations for those who don’t have internet access or prefer not to participate online.

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New monthly arts & crafts event coming to Rabbit Hash

Submitted by Richard Todd, Reporter
Monday, May 14th, 2012, 8:00am
New monthly arts & crafts event coming to Rabbit Hash

RABBIT HASH, KY (FOX19) - Beginning June 10, you'll have another reason to hang out in historic Rabbit Hash, KY. A new creative collective has sprouted out of Northern Kentucky called Folksiders.

Folksiders is a consortium of artists, musicians, crafters, bakers, dealers, designers, and finders.  cofounders Susan Utley and Jarrod Becker wanted to take their lifestyle and love for beauty found in wonderful, wild, old and interesting things and turn it into something they could share through an art market experience.  They have gathered a core of creative folk and will be featuring them along with a monthly group of selected artisans to feature their food, findings and wares.

There will be booths scattered throughout the little river town featuring homemade and handcrafted items of pottery, jewelry, fine art, paper items, and delectable fare along with live music and antiques.

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CVG to reopen Concourse A Tuesday

Submitted by Fox19 Web Staff
Friday, May 11th, 2012, 6:22pm

HEBRON, KY (FOX19)- CVG is reopening the newly renovated Concourse A on Tuesday.

The Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky International Airport spent $36.5 million renovating the concourse after Delta pulled out of the area in May 2010.

The new concourse will include new ticket counters, an end seat or seat next to a desk at every gate, a plug in every seat, and a Sam Adams brewery. CVG CEO Candace McGraw is also hoping that the addition of new terminals at the airport will lower prices.

"We'll have the ability to have our existing carriers grow using some of that additional gate capacity," she said. "We have the ability to attract new businesses to come in now and lease space in Concourse A. We'll have the facilities available for them to operate from."

The new concourse will also have a universal business lounge and art work representing local history.

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