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Northern Kentucky has long been known as a suburb of Cincinnati, Ohio. In the last twenty years much has been done to shed this image. This article describes many of the things that Northern Kentucky has done to make its own name.
If you will be taking a trip and your destination is the Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky International Airport the budget hotels shown below are located near the airport. Hopefully this list will assist you as you plan your trip.
Not everyone has the luxury of curb-side recycling services. For those living in the Northern Kentucky and Greater Cincinnati areas here are some options for recycling metals, paper, and more. Here are several Greater Cincinnati recycling centers.
Learn about several historicl markers that can be found in Northern Kentucky.
Northern Kentucky University was once a commuter campus but recent growth has led to more and more students choosing to live on campus. NKU offers accomodations that are far superior to most other universities.
Where can you buy inexpensive children's clothing or get rid of unwanted baby and children's clothes? Consignment stores! Here is a listing of the top children's consignment stores in Northern Kentucky.
For a very reasonable $28 you can be treated to dinner and great entertainment. The comedic play, "She Loves Me" is being performed at Northern Kentucky University.
Northern Kentucky University is a relatively unknown, smaller state college. With a great faculty and excellent programs, however, it is on the fast track to success.
Dining out can be very expensive for families. Here are the restaurants in the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky area that offer "kids eat free" or "kids eat cheap" deals.
There are many landscaping and lawn companies making the grade, but this one stands out from the rest. Mike's motto "To provide excellent service and top quality to all of our customers at an affordable price." You can't beat that these days!
Overview of 6 motels in the area of Cincinnati Ohio's Airport
After a run-in with a deer I was more worried about finding a reputable auto body repair shop to take care of the car than anything else. Fortunately I found Crone Auto Body in Covington, KY.
Considering a trip to the Cincinnati,Ohio or northern Kentucky area? Here are some details on the Newport Aquarium.
I searched all over Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky looking to find the perfect place to get my first tattoo. Here is my review of my top pick, Mothers Tattoo and Piercing in Covington.
The University of Kentucky and the University of Louisville athletes are helping the state kick off an anti-tobacco campaign.
Top three haunted places in Kentucky to visit that are open to the public
Bellevue Art in the Park is in it's 6th year. Located just across the river from Cincinnati, Ohio in histric Bellevue, Kentucky, this festival features fine arts and crafts, children's activities, and live music.
Information and personal insight about the Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant located in Newport Kentucky at Newport on the Levee, discussing both comedians, the food, and price rates associated with the activity.
Telling people that you were born and raised in a city like Covington, Kentucky, people from other parts of the United States are more prone to ask the number of cows that you had on your farm and most would over look the rich history of jazz.
What's Cincinnati's best kept secret? It's Kentucky! The best Cincinnati, Ohio area shopping, attractions, dining, and even the airport are all actually located in Kentucky.
Kentucky has been home to more than just the Kentucky Derby, bluegrass, bourbon, college basketball and tobacco.
The long and sordid history of this building has led to more than a few ghosts who decided to stick around.
Attendance at the Creation Museum is well ahead of projections, registering 250,000 guests in just over six months.
She was only the second filly in history to win the Kentucky Derby. Although her two offspring never raced, she still has thousands of fans worldwide. And she rules the roost at Newstead Farm in Virginia.
Louisville, Lexington, and the Kentucky bluegrass countryside offer haunted houses, haunted hayrides, haunted trails, and other creepy haunted attractions this Halloween season.
A complete list of Kentucky Derby winners, Triple Crown winners, and fillies that have won, including jockeys and the times of each race.
So often we hear names and it's lost why they were legends. Northern Dancer is known to anyone who has had much to do with Thoroughbreds. His story is here.
Holiday trains offering excursions in Kentucky include the South Fork Scenic Railway in Stearns, Blue Grass Scenic Railroad and Museum in Versailles, and Kentucky Railway Museum in New Haven.
Trapt played in the Diddle Arena, on the Western Kentucky campus, in Bowling Green, KY on October 13th, 2005.
Kentucky has been around for a very long time. When and who found Kentucky.
Visitors and locals alike are all abuzz about one of the most popular hotspots in Northern Kentucky. Newport on the Levee is located in Newport, KY; just a stone's throw across the river from Cincinnati, OH.
Heading into the final prep races of the season, which horses look the sharpest heading into the Kentucky Derby? Who are the leading contenders, and who has been eliminated from contention?
The Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky area boasts many attractions at affordable prices, all ready and waiting for vactioners to enjoy!
You may not know this but the ancient Greeks first cultivated Kentucky bluegrass. The grass seeds migrated throughout Europe and can be found in China today.
About halfway through this years Road to the Roses, the Kentucky Derby picture is becoming a little clearer. Who won the key races, and who is looking like the next Triple Crown hopeful?
Cincinnati, Ohio enjoys a central location on the Ohio River, bordering Kentucky. Cincinnati is a city that attracts business people and vacationers.
A look into where scorpions can be found globally.
Covington Kentucky is making a push to create and foster a growing arts scene. Each month they sponsor a gallery hop. The MarX gallery is a new gallery in Covington capitalizing on this art renaissance and offering a great show each month for the gallery hop.
Looking into causes for catastrophic breakdowns like the one suffered Saturday by Eight Belles.
A great education, but what on earth is a Kentucky girl supposed to do in six feet of snow?
Even though NMU has tried to make the school more diverse, is the English department really ready for this? Have black students supported the literary canon becoming diverse? How do you speak up to a teacher?
The site of these haunting is that of Wilder, Kentucky. There have been more murders and deaths in the building than anyone could have guessed. Spirits are still seen today.
Their days as famous stallions and brood mares are over. While the public has forgotten many of them, they enjoy a happy retirement. They're the retired thoroughbreds at Old Friends near Lexington, KY.
The Cincinnati Tri-state area celebrates the end of summer with concerts, parties, and fall festivals showcasing a variety of music.
Fall festivals, Halloween attractions, antique festivals, fall flower shows, art shows, and other seasonal activities abound throughout Cincinnati, Ohio this October 2007.
The Thanksgiving Day Race is an almost 100 year old Cincinnati tradition where a crowd of more than 10,000 either runs or walks 10km over the hills and bridges of Cincinnati.
Cincinnati kicks off the holiday season with the tradition of lighting a tree on Fountain Square while historic Cincinnati landmarks boast Christmas events such as Festival of Lights at the zoo or a holiday themed flower show at Krohn Conservatory.
Haunted Houses, Haunted Trails, Corn Mazes, Hayrides, and other ghostly activities grace both sides of the Ohio River this Halloween season the Cincinnati Tristate area.
Read this interesting article and learn some more little known facts about actor George Clooney you're sure to find entertaining!
If you are looking for the best places to shop for your holiday decorations in the Cincinnati, Ohio area then you are in luck. I have compiled a list of the top five places you should look for your holiday decorations in the Cincinnati, Ohio area this holiday season.
I chose to have my first child at St Luke West Hospital in Florence, KY. I am thrilled to have chosen the birthing center there.
Motherhood Express, located in Florence, KY is one of the area's best kept secrets for breastfeeding moms. This retail store and resource center is a must visit for any breastfeeding mom or mom-to-be.
Riverfest is now an annual all day party with the fireworks by local company Rozzi Famous Fireworks, choreographed to fun music. This year's Riverfest will take place on Sunday September 2nd, 2007 with the fireworks show at 9:05pm.
John Morrell, a local favorite for hot dogs, and Budweiser are, once again, the loyal Presenting Sponsors for the famous fall festival, Oktoberfest Zinzinnati 2007.
If you've obtained some facts about an ancestor and have burning questions or you just want to bring their story more fully to life, consider these 7 tips for using local historical information to unlock the mysteries of your dearly departed.
Claddagh Irish Pub, located just across the Ohio River from Cincinnati, OH at Newport on the Levee, is an authentic Irish restaurant with incredible food and great ambiance. When visiting the Cincinnati area, don't miss Claddagh Irish Pub at Newport on the Levee.
Angela Eversole was charged with trading sex for gas. Even though this crosses a line of decency, I think everyone can understand her desperation.
Radio programs such as "World Cafe" and "Little Steven's Underground Garage" offer an eclectic mix of music, interviews,and trivia and can be easily accessed via the internet
My wife and I visited the Creation Museum. Read below to see if you should as well.
A look at the various stereotypes that plague the often-overlooked cultural group
Maternity clothes can cost a fortune! Finding the right stores in which to buy maternity clothes in your area can really save a bundle. Here are the best places to buy maternity clothes in Greater Cincinnati.
Visit http://harmonart.home.insightbb.com for unique artistic gifts created by husband and wife team Brian and Emily Harmon.
Cedar logs can make a pretty good profit by selling them to a sawmill. Sawmills will use them for cedar posts. If you are clearing your property of cedars you may reconsider how you deal with the trees.
Information, stats and some nostalgia on the Blizzard of 1978.
In honor of the NCAA Tournament, here are the top 10 LIttle Known Mascots of colleges throughout history
Many studies have revealed that teens do not define sex the way the rest of the world does. This is important information for parents, teachers, and physicians to understand when communicating with teens about sex.
The bacteria-causing germ known as shigella causes diarrhea, fever and stomach cramps; oftentimes the diarrhea is bloody. The contagious disease is spread through contact with fecal matter and is easily spread and contracted in swimming pools, especially kiddie pools.
See how African American Students Capitalizing on Trends in Academic Libraries
Some of the best hidden secrets to eat at while in Cincinnati, OH
Come and experience all of what Cincinnati has to offer.
A biography on George Clooney
I review the top three hotels for potential guests, taking all of the guess work out of finding a great hotel in Cincinnati, Ohio
The Raconteurs are a rock and roll group that is lead by Jack White of the White Stripes and Brendon Benson. The band originated in Detroit Michigan in 2005.
I visited the controversial Creation Museum in Petersburg, KY recently. The crowds were overwhelming. The museum was thought-provoking. Here are my thoughts on my visit to the Creation Museum.
A sprawling defunct elementary school is the last place anyone one might expect to find Ohio's unique Bluegrass music hot-spots, but drive a few miles east of Wapakoneta, Ohio on Route 33 and there you'll find it, The Famous Old Time Music Company
The state of Ohio is filled with all manner of legends & lore, from haunted mansions to forgotten places. Every county in Ohio has its own haunted place.
Purchasing a new car is an overwhelming process and your experience can vary greatly from city to city. This article provides an overview to some of the most established automobile dealerships in the Greater Cincinnati Area.
If you ever wondered how George Clooney became the megastar he is today, this article will tell you everything you need to know about him.
This Christmas season you can ride in a horse drive carriage, meet the great-grandchildren of the real von Trapp family, or see a one many play in Cincinnati, Ohio.
There are many who take exception to the notion of a Black History Month. Is the socially constructed month a relic of our segregated past?
Cincinnati's festivities are plentiful for the 4th of July 2007. Families are sure to find holiday parades, carnival rides, fresh food, live music, and spectacular views of fireworks wherever and whenever they choose to celebrate.
Here is your guide to Queen City area's finest 4th of July fireworks displays.
Humorous Thoughts on adapting to a very pleasant, but very different home.
When we first moved to Liberty Township, we had no clue where to go locally for nightlife. After three years of trial and error, we realize now that our options are abundant.
A brief look at the three greatest thrift stores near Cincinnati, Ohio.
Documentary examining the growing use of the worldwide web by amateur detectives seeking to shed light on cases of murder and missing persons that the police have given up on.
Why this "big city" with a "small town" could be looking at a sharp increase in pricing in the near future.
Coroner Robert Tingley turned the body over and pulled the skirt down to see who the girl might be. He discovered to his horror that her head was missing...
The Creation Museum, built by the Answers in Genesis Ministry, describes the history of the earth as written in the Bible. The museum includes numerous interactive exhibits and opens May 28th, 2007.
This article is an encapsulation of the book I wrote with Sandra Brandenburg about visionary art in Northern California.
The Kentucky Equality Federation has won the MySpace Impact Award for Social Justice and will receive a $10,000 cash prize.
A review of Northern sucesses and failures, strategic difficulties, advantages, armies and senior commanders in the spring of 1862.
During the 1850s, Southern planters employed the Constitution's perceived implicit sanction of slavery in order to claim protected or at least inviolable status for the practice. This essay describes some of the various views of the Constitution held during that time.
A guide to hiking the Sheltowee Trace in kentucky
[Why it's high time for libertarians, progressives, and all Americans of good will to admit that the U.S. sex offender registration system is a failure. D.M. Jacques is an online activist on civil liberties issues. He resides in Northern Michigan.]