Burlington, KY News

The Northern Kentucky Solid Waste Management Area (NKSWMA) is currently evaluating a request to expand landfill capacity in Boone County.

Boone County has lifted the Level One Snow Emergency as of January 12 at 11 a.m. The decision comes after improvements in road conditions.

Boone County, Kentucky has declared a Level One Snow Emergency starting Tuesday, January 7 at 3 p.m. This status indicates that roads are hazardous due to blowing or drifting snow and may also be icy.

The Northern Kentucky Solid Waste Management Area Board has announced a proposal to amend its solid waste management plan.

Boone County Government buildings will not open on Monday, January 6, 2025, due to severe weather conditions.

When necessary, the Boone County Fiscal Court and Emergency Management may declare a snow emergency.

Boone County, Kentucky has announced an upgrade to a Level Two Snow Emergency, effective from Sunday, January 5 at 3:30 p.m. This change indicates that roadways are extremely hazardous due to accumulated or blowing snow and possible icy conditions.

The Boone County Fiscal Court has scheduled a public hearing for January 7, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. The hearing will address a request to vacate a portion of the public right-of-way on Stahl Road in Hebron, Kentucky.

The Boone County Fiscal Court has scheduled a public hearing for January 7, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. The hearing will address comments on the proposed budget amendment to the FY 2024-2025 County Budget (All Funds).

Burlington is gearing up for a festive day of holiday events on December 7, offering a variety of activities for residents and visitors.

Every four years, Boone County Fiscal Court invites residents to participate in a survey concerning county services.

Earthquakes may not be a common occurrence in Boone County, but the proximity to the New Madrid Seismic Zone (NMSZ) underscores the importance of preparedness. The NMSZ extends 150 miles through parts of Illinois, Missouri, Arkansas, and Tennessee. Residents have previously experienced tremors from this fault line.

The Boone County Planning Commission is advancing its five-year update of the County Comprehensive Plan. The commission has recently adopted the Goals and Objectives for "Our Boone County – Plan 2045," which are available on the project website.

Many people recall practicing fire drills during school, but it's crucial to have a plan for home fires, especially with young children. Kevin Vogelpohl, Emergency Management Director at Boone County, advises families to discuss fire safety with their children. "Spend some time having an age-appropriate conversation with your children about what to do in case of a fire," he says. He emphasizes that the discussion doesn't need to be frightening and can include teaching about preparedness.

Boone County has been actively engaged in several community and regional efforts. Recently, two Boone County employees, Casey Archey and Tyler Hill, were deployed to Haywood County, North Carolina, following the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene. They joined Kentucky Emergency Management teams to assist with the distribution of essential supplies. Their work involves coordinating with various agencies and the National Guard to ensure efficient delivery of resources.

Boone County has announced the designated hours for trick-or-treating this Halloween. The event will take place on Thursday, October 31, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the unincorporated areas of Boone County. Similarly, the City of Florence and Union have set their trick-or-treat hours for the same time.

Last week, Hurricane Helene caused significant destruction across the southeastern United States. In response, Boone County employees Casey Archey and Tyler Hill have been deployed to assist in Haywood County, North Carolina. They are part of a team from Kentucky Emergency Management.