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CAMPBELL COUNTY WEEKDAY UPDATE Tuesday - June 3, 2025 (Click the Headline or Photo to Read the Full Story)
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Campbell County news this week highlights key updates across the community. The Campbell County Fiscal Court will meet Wednesday morning in Alexandria. Newport’s One Levee Way offers up to 29,000 square feet of retail space for lease, and the Campbell County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a scam. The Jay Jesse Johnson Band will perform at Jolly Music Night in Alexandria. Road work across the county may cause detours, and Bellevue Schools are giving away movie tickets for a showing at AMC Newport. Cold Spring Police are hosting weekly bike safety courses, Crestview canceled its council meeting, and Archie’s Auto Service celebrates 19 years in Dayton. Highlands Middle School’s George Weghorst represented Fort Thomas at the national spelling bee, and Melbourne is seeking volunteers for its event committee. Silver Grove crews refreshed curb markings and shared news of a 90-pound catfish caught and released at Green Valley Lake. Southgate is offering family-sized food boxes, while Wilder’s Brooklyn Clemons-Damico earned a Cove scholarship.
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Campbell County Fiscal Court to Hold Regular Meeting WednesdayThe Campbell County Fiscal Court will meet Wednesday, June 4, at 9 a.m. at the Campbell County Courthouse in Alexandria. The meeting will be livestreamed on the Campbell Media website, but public comments must be submitted in person or by email by 4 p.m. Tuesday.
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SITE OF THE DAY
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Retail Space Available for Lease at One Levee Way in NewportCushman & Wakefield is offering up to 29,000 square feet of retail space for lease at One Levee Way in Newport. The property features flexible leasing options and is located near key amenities in the city.
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Campbell County Sheriff’s Office Warns Residents of Phone and Email ScamThe Campbell County Sheriff’s Office issued a warning against scam calls and emails requesting payment for legal issues. Residents are urged to verify suspicious messages directly with the Sheriff’s Office and avoid sharing personal information or money.
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Jay Jesse Johnson Band to Perform at Jolly Music NightThe Jay Jesse Johnson Band will take the stage at AJ Jolly Park’s Stapleton Pavilion on Saturday, June 7, from 7 to 10 p.m. The free event offers a night of live music, with no outside coolers permitted.
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Road Report: KYTC District 6 cites road work expected in area this week — beware detours, closingsKYTC District 6 reports work being done in the region this week, noting that inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances may occur, so the information below is strictly of an advisory nature and is subject to change with no notice.
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Bellevue Schools Host Free Movie Night for FamiliesThe Bellevue Independent Schools will offer free tickets to the first 130 families for a showing of "Karate Kid Legends" at AMC Newport on June 7. Access begins at 11:30 a.m. and the movie starts at noon for district families.
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Cold Spring Police to Host Summer Bicycle Safety CourseThe Cold Spring Police Department will offer weekly bike safety courses at local parks every Wednesday from 6 to 7 p.m. Children can improve their riding skills and learn safety tips during obstacle courses, with no registration required.
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Crestview Council Meeting CancelledThe City of Crestview announced that today’s scheduled council meeting is cancelled. The council will instead meet on the third Tuesday of the month.
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Archie’s Auto Service Celebrates 19 Years in DaytonArchie’s Auto Service marked its 19th year serving the Dayton community. The business is recognized for its dedication to providing quality automotive services.
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FT. THOMAS IND. SCHOOLS NEWS
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Highlands Middle School Student Represents Fort Thomas at National Spelling BeeGeorge Weghorst of Highlands Middle School competed in the 100th Scripps Howard National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C., advancing past the first two rounds and tying for 100th place nationwide. He joined spellers from across the country and enjoyed a memorable week of activities in the nation’s capital.
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Melbourne Seeks Volunteers for Community Event CommitteeThe City of Melbourne is seeking residents to join a committee to plan and support local events like Arbor Day, the annual yard sale, and Trunk or Treat. Volunteers will meet three times a year to share ideas, plan resources, and assist with event promotion and logistics.
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Curb Painting Brightens Streets in Silver GroveCity crews worked to refresh curb markings throughout Silver Grove. The newly painted curbs are improving visibility and safety for residents and visitors.
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Massive 90-Pound Catfish Caught and Released at Green Valley LakeA 90-pound catfish was caught and released back into Green Valley Lake in Silver Grove, giving anglers another chance to reel it in. The City is asking residents to suggest a name for the giant fish.
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Southgate Offers Free Family-Sized Food Boxes for PickupThe Southgate Independent School District has family-sized food boxes available for pickup between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. on weekdays. Families are encouraged to stop by and take home boxes to share with friends and neighbors.
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Wilder Student Wins Cove Federal Credit Union ScholarshipBrooklyn Clemons-Damico of Wilder was awarded a $2,500 scholarship from Cove Federal Credit Union to attend Gateway Community and Technical College. The credit union awarded $10,000 in scholarships to four students across Northern Kentucky.
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Newport Central Catholic’s Charles Ford Named Student-Athlete of the YearCharles Matthew Ford of Newport Central Catholic was named the 2025 Midway University/KHSAA Outdoor Track and Field Student-Athlete of the Year. Ford’s achievement highlights his dedication and talent in outdoor track and field.
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Five Dayton Softball Players Earn Honors from Northern Kentucky CoachesThe Northern Kentucky Softball Coaches Association recognized five Dayton players for their achievements during the 2025 season. McKenzie Sullivan and Tayah Smith were named First Team Division III, Emily Hall made Second Team, and Ella Boyers and Keira Hall were named to the Third Team.
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Newport Central Catholic Shines at State Track and Field ChampionshipsNewport Central Catholic athletes brought home multiple medals from the state track and field championships, including two first-place finishes by Charles Ford in the boys 100m and 200m dash. The girls 4x400m relay team also earned first place, with additional podium finishes across several events.
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Funke-Frommeyer Named Co-Chair of Kentucky’s Health-Focused Legislative Task ForceSenator Shelley Funke-Frommeyer of Alexandria will co-chair the Make America Healthy Again Kentucky Task Force to explore policy proposals aimed at improving the state’s health outcomes. The task force was established to address Kentucky’s high rates of diabetes, cancer deaths, and maternal mortality.
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When I hear somebody sigh, ‘Life is hard,’ I am always tempted to ask, ‘Compared to what?' —Sydney J. Harris
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