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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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8th Annual Flower-a-thon Fundraiser planned next Saturday

Submitted by Richard Todd, Reporter
Friday, April 20th, 2012, 12:41am
8th Annual Flower-a-thon Fundraiser planned next Saturday

DELHI TOWNSHIP, OH (FOX19) - Who knew that finding flowers could be so fun? The 8th Annual Flower-a-thon Fundraiser on Saturday, April 28 is a friendly team competition of who can find the wildest ones, and a chance to explore some of the most beautiful nature preserves in the Cincinnati area.

Whether joining a team or just joining for the experience, participants will get to search with local wildflower experts. Those interested can meet between 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. at Embshoff Woods (4050 Paul Road), where there will be breakfast by a fire before setting out with searchers. They can also meet at 1:00 p.m. at the gravel lot on Bender Road (1/2 mile from River Road) in Delhi Township to join a group.

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Open burning ban coming to Northern Kentucky

Submitted by Richard Todd, Reporter
Thursday, April 19th, 2012, 5:06pm
Open burning ban coming to Northern Kentucky

INDEPENDENCE, KY (FOX19) - Beginning on May 1st 2012 the Kentucky Environmental Protection Cabinet has issued a ban on open burning in the Northern Kentucky counties of Boone, Campbell and Kenton.  These counties have been designated as non attainment for ozone and particulate matter; open burning creates significant amounts of particulates. 

The ban will be in effect through September 30, 2012, and then beginning on October 1st 2012 the Kentucky Department of Forestry has a ban established as the fire hazard season.  This ban makes it unlawful to set a fire within one-hundred and fifty feet (150’) of any woodland, except between the hours of 6pm and 6am local time or when the ground is covered with snow.

The ban set forth by the Kentucky Environmental Protection Cabinet has the following exceptions, unless open burning violates Commonwealth of Kentucky laws or local ordinances:

(1) Fires set for cooking food for human consumption.

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Local state park and others holding Spring Cleanup Days

Submitted by Richard Todd, Reporter
Saturday, March 17th, 2012, 5:47pm
Local state park and others holding Spring Cleanup Days

FRANKFORT, Ky. – It’s time for spring cleaning, and several Kentucky State Parks, including one in Boone County, are seeking volunteers to lend a hand.

During March and April, these parks are holding special cleanup days and invite volunteers to join them picking up litter along trails, roads and lakes.

Jenny Wiley State Resort Park, Prestonsburg
March 17
Jenny Wiley State Resort Park will host Operation Clean Sweep on March 17 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Come to the park for a fun-filled day while working to keep the park clean. Volunteers are invited to a cookout. Call 1-800-325-0142.

Cumberland Falls State Resort Park, Corbin
March 24
Cumberland Falls State Resort Park will host the 2012 PRIDE Spring Cleanup Kickoff on Saturday, March 24, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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Volunteers needed for June's Ohio River Sweep

Submitted by Richard Todd, Reporter
Thursday, March 8th, 2012, 7:07pm
Volunteers needed for June's Ohio River Sweep

 

CINCINNATI (FOX19) - Volunteers are needed for River Sweep 2012 scheduled for Saturday, June 16, along the shoreline of the Ohio River and its many tributaries.

River Sweep is a riverbank cleanup that extends the entire length of the Ohio River and beyond.  More than 3,000 miles of shoreline will be combed for trash and debris.  This is the largest environmental event of its kind and encompasses six states.

 “The Ohio River Sweep is very important because for a few hours on one day volunteers can help make a difference in the appearance of this great natural resource,” said Jeanne Ison, Project Director.  “The Sweep has grown so much in the past few years, we’ve been able to expand the project to tributaries and feeder streams of the Ohio River.”

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Health Department offers free Tetanus vaccine to people involved in clean-up

Submitted by Richard Todd, Reporter
Wednesday, March 7th, 2012, 3:14am
Health Department offers free Tetanus vaccine to people involved in clean-up

FLORENCE, KY (FOX19) - As people continue to recover from the tornadoes and severe weather, the Northern Kentucky Health Department is offering free tetanus vaccines to those who may need it. The vaccine is licensed for anyone 10 and over and will be available at the following times/locations:

  • 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, March 6, at Piner Baptist Church, 15044 Madison Pike, Morning View.
  • 1 to 4 p.m.  On Tuesday, March 6, at the Crittenden Fire Department, 104 N. Main St., Crittenden.
  • 5 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 6, at the Boone County Health Center, 7505 Burlington Pike, Florence.

Additionally, the vaccine will be available for free on a walk-in basis from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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State of Kentucky warns that winter is season for carbon monoxide risk

Submitted by Richard Todd, Reporter
Thursday, January 12th, 2012, 2:05am
State of Kentucky warns that winter is season for carbon monoxide risk

 

FRANKFORT, KY (FOX19) - As outdoor winter temperatures drop and the risk for carbon monoxide poisoning increases, Kentuckians are urged to be aware of the dangers of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning due to improper use of heating or cooking devices.

“Carbon monoxide poisoning can be deadly and should be taken seriously,” said Steve Davis, M.D., acting Kentucky Department for Public Health (DPH) commissioner. “We urge Kentuckians to take steps to prevent exposure to carbon monoxide by avoiding the use of gasoline-powered stoves or charcoal grills as indoor sources of heat. It can be a matter of life or death.”

In 2010, there were 206 emergency room visits for Kentucky residents related to carbon monoxide exposures, he said.

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