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📍 Independence, KY • Home of ~28.8K residents in Kenton County 🌳 Quality of Life – Lively parks, recreation, and community. The Best Festivals! 🎶Events!

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Independence, KY has plenty of solid local dining options. Our guide covers popular spots including Crewitt's Creek Kitchen & Bar, Spear Ridge Cafe, LaRosa’s Pizza, Wok & Roll, Skyline Chili and more right in the 41051 area.

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The 2026 Kenton County Fair
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Rules and regulations for the NKY Burn Ban and how it affects Independence.
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Free tree seedlings this Saturday in Independence, KY!
City of Independence Tree Seedling Giveaway: April 18, 2026, 9AM-12PM at Summit View Academy (5006 Madison Pike).

1 free native sapling per car while supplies last. Species: Red Maple, Flowering Dogwood, Scarlet Oak

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The City of Independence is hosting its annual free Shredding Event on Saturday, April 25, 2026 from 10 AM - 12 PM at the Independence Senior & Community Center (2001 Jack Woods Parkway).
Open to the community.
Details: https://t.co/YKuBM2lZG5

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The Kenton County Planning Commission has denied a zoning change for a 178-unit development from Fischer Homes on a tract of land in Independence off KY-17. This is just north of the area where the new Publix grocery store is slated to open.

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[Savannah Maddox @SavannahLMaddox]

With two bills having been filed to fix Kentucky’s driver’s license debacle, HB 162 in the House and SB 7 in the Senate, many folks have been asking me how they compare and differ.

HB 162:
-Moves the issuance of driver’s licenses back to the circuit clerk in all 120 counties, like it used to be before the regional office model.

SB 7:
-Allows the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet to enter into agreements with counties that do not have a regional office to permit one of the following entities to issue driver’s license renewals, if they choose to do so: a county clerk, circuit clerk, sheriff, or judge executive. The county official could charge a $25 convenience fee.

Both bills seek to address the longstanding frustrations that so many Kentuckians have experienced when trying to obtain or renew their driver’s license.

The bills differ in that HB 162 compels circuit clerks to resume issuing and renewing driver’s licenses and personal ID cards in every county, whereas SB 7 makes it optional for one of four local officials to issue renewals and personal ID cards.

SB 7 is moving and will be heard in the Senate Transportation committee today. HB 162 has yet to be assigned to a committee.

I want to hear from you, Kentucky. Most bills undergo changes throughout the legislative process, so what would you like to see as the final product of whatever bill passes?

I think we can ALL agree that doing nothing is NOT an option!

I am thankful to all my colleagues in the House and Senate who have been working on this issue.

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@DanielCameronKY This subject has more of an impact on daily lives than you think. Time to start campaigning harder on this

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@SavannahLMaddox Independence appreciates this so much

[Savannah Maddox @SavannahLMaddox]

After tomorrow, I will have completed SIX interviews about HB 162, the bill to fix Kentucky’s broken driver’s license system.

We are spreading the word far and wide, and we’re gaining traction in our effort to make licenses local again!

SB 7 was also filed in the Senate today. It would tackle the problem a bit differently than the bill we’ve filed in the House, but the important thing is that we pass legislation to fix the failed regional office model that has caused so much frustration for so many.

[Daniel Cameron @DanielCameronKY]

On Law Enforcement Appreciation Day—and every day—I stand with the brave men and women who put so much on the line to keep our communities safe.

You will always have my full and unwavering support.

[Mike Wilson @KyMikeWilson]

Starting Jan. 1, 2026, KY's personal income tax drops to 3.5%—putting more money back in your pocket. As the General Assembly convenes Jan. 6, the KY Senate remains focused on fiscally responsible, sustainable policies that help all Kentuckians thrive. Here’s to a strong 2026!

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This is fantastic

[NWS Wilmington OH @NWSILN]

[3:50 AM] Temperatures are expected to remain above normal through the rest of 2025 and into early January.

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Next Christmas we can join

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We love putting together gifts for the holiday season. What Publix must-haves would you add?

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Independence Police Receive New AED Devices for Emergency Response
The Independence Police took delivery to eliminate the need to share equipment with other agencies. These devices will improve cardiac arrest response times across the city, bolstering public safety efforts.

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This weeks council video
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