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Drivers in ZIP Code 41005 paid an average of $3.58 per gallon of midgrade gas in the week ending Oct. 5, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

A bi-annual overview of upcoming programs and events from August to December 2024 has been released. Registration is required for most classes. For complete details and registration, individuals are encouraged to visit the events page or contact the office at 859.586.6101.

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.

For the 2022-23 school year, Camp Ernst Middle School experienced a decrease in enrollment numbers compared to the previous year, with 74 fewer students being enrolled.

There were at least eight business licenses issued in Burlington during September 2024, according to the Kentucky Secretary of State.

There were 248 students enrolled in Charles H. Kelly Elementary School in the 2022-23 school year, an increase over the previous year.

These former Burlington Bee area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 14.

For the 2022-23 school year, Longbranch Elementary School experienced a decrease in enrollment numbers compared to the previous year, with 12 fewer students being enrolled.

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.

The lowest price of diesel in ZIP Code 41005 was found at two gas stations in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

There were 1,512 students enrolled in Randall K. Cooper High School in the 2022-23 school year, an increase over the previous year.

The lowest price of regular gas in ZIP Code 41005 was found at three gas stations in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Drivers in ZIP Code 41005 paid an average of $3.19 per gallon of regular gas in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Drivers in ZIP Code 41005 paid an average of $3.41 per gallon of midgrade gas in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Drivers in ZIP Code 41005 paid an average of $3.09 per gallon of diesel fuel in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

The lowest price of premium gas in ZIP Code 41005 was found at one gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

The lowest price of midgrade gas in ZIP Code 41005 was found at two gas stations in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Drivers in ZIP Code 41005 paid an average of $3.95 per gallon of premium gas in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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.

For the 2022-23 school year, Stephens Elementary School experienced an increase in enrollment numbers compared to the previous year, with 78 more students being enrolled.