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Florence Approves Third Straight Property Tax Rate Cut
The City of Florence has approved another reduction in its property tax rate, marking three consecutive years of tax relief for residents. The decision continues a pattern of fiscal discipline city leaders say reflects responsible budgeting and a commitment to keeping Florence an affordable place to live.
Read more → https://florence-ky.gov/city-of-florence-approves-property-tax-rate-cut-continuing-three-year-trend-of-tax-relief/

I-275 Bridge Work Brings Nightly Lane Closures Through Wednesday
Kentucky Transportation crews are patching the I-275 westbound bridge deck over the Licking River through September 10. A single lane closes at 7 p.m. nightly, with double-lane closures from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. All lanes reopen by 6 a.m. Boone County commuters on westbound I-275 should plan for delays after dark.
Read more → https://transportation.ky.gov/DistrictSix/Pages/District-6-Roadshow.aspx

Rebels Fall in Soccer Tuesday; Volleyball Also in Action
Boone County High School's varsity soccer team dropped a 4–2 decision to Madison Southern on Tuesday, falling to 2-5-1 on the season. The girls volleyball team also competed against Scott. Both squads look to regroup as district play approaches.
Read more → https://www.maxpreps.com/ky/florence/boone-county-rebels/

Rebels Football (2-1) Hosts Walton-Verona Friday Night at 7 PM
The Boone County Rebels host Walton-Verona (1-1) this Friday at 7 p.m. in an early-season home matchup. The Rebels enter at 2-1 and will look to build momentum before the district schedule intensifies.
Read more → https://www.maxpreps.com/ky/florence/boone-county-rebels/

Former Sen. Schickel's Pickles and Wieners Feast Returns for Special Olympics
Former State Sen. John Schickel's annual Pickles and Wieners Feast is returning later this month to benefit Special Olympics. Schickel, who represented northern Boone County in the Kentucky Senate from 2009 to 2025, transformed the event from a political fundraiser into a charitable tradition.
Read more → https://linknky.com/news/2026/09/08/schickel-pickles-wieners-feast-special-olympics-2026/

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🌤 Wednesday — 92° / 70° · Mostly Sunny
⛈ Thursday — 80° / 64° · Showers And Thunderstorms
⛅ Friday — 82° / 65° · Partly Sunny
📍 Source: weather.gov — Florence, KY 41042

📍Movie Night - Inside Out 2
https://florence-ky.gov/spend-your-friday-night-with-us-at-neighborhood-night-out-movie-night/

📍Time: September 11 | 5:00 pm

📍 Where: South Fork Park, 9200 S. Fork Park Dr.

🎟 Admission: Free

📍 Glow Night in the Park Returns to England Idlewild Park Sept. 11
Boone County Parks is hosting Glow Night in the Park on Thursday, September 11 from 6:30–8 p.m. at England Idlewild Park, Shelter 2. The all-ages event features glow-in-the-dark games and activities for $10 per person. Registration is required at boonecountyky.org/parks.
Read more → https://boonecountyky.org/parks

📍 Free Community Shred Day Coming To Florence Sept. 12
The 11th Annual Free Community Shred Day comes to 60 Cavalier Blvd. in Florence on Saturday, September 12 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Residents can bring sensitive documents for secure, on-site shredding at no cost.
Read more → https://allevents.in/florence/shred-day-free/200030249410013

📍 Dog And Cat Adoption Event At Florence PetSmart Sept. 12
Looking to add a furry family member? A pet adoption event comes to PetSmart at 1060 Hansel Ave. in Florence on Saturday, September 12 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Animals available range from puppies and kittens to senior pets.
Read more → https://allevents.in/florence/dog-and-cat-adoption-event-florence-petsmart/200030664535532

📍 3rd Annual Cops & Joggers 5K Returns to England-Idlewild Park Sept. 12
The Boone County Sheriff's Office hosts its 3rd Annual Cops & Joggers 5K/Fun Run on Friday, September 12, starting at England-Idlewild Park. The event includes a 5K run and a kids fun run. Registration is still open at the link below.
Read more → https://bit.ly/CopsJoggers2026

📍 Florence Marks 34th Year as Tree City USA at Arbor Day Celebration
The City of Florence hosts its Annual Arbor Day Celebration on Saturday, September 19 from 10 a.m. to noon at Kentaboo Park (418 Kentaboo Ave.). The free event marks Florence's 34th consecutive year of Tree City USA recognition and features tree-planting activities, a reading of the city's Arbor Day Proclamation, and a free lunch. All ages welcome. For more info, call 859-647-5416.
Read more → https://florence-ky.gov

📍 T.I., Ginuwine, Trina And More Headline Tacos & Tequila Fest Sept. 19
The Tacos and Tequila Festival brings 2000s-era hip-hop to Thomas More Stadium on Saturday, September 19, with a headlining lineup of T.I., Ginuwine, Trina, Chingy, Ying Yang Twins, Yung Joc, Bubba Sparxxx, and Murphy Lee. Beyond the music, the 21+ event features craft margaritas, tequila tastings, locally crafted tacos, lucha libre wrestling, and a chihuahua beauty pageant. VIP gates open at 1:30 p.m., general admission at 2:00 p.m. Tickets start at $84.
Read more → https://tacosandtequilafestival.com/market/cincinnati/

📍Classic Cars And Music At Legacy Living Florence Car Show Sept. 20
The 5th Annual Legacy Living Florence Car Show rolls into 8520 Gunpowder Road on Sunday, September 20, featuring classic vehicles and live music from Velvet Soul.
Read more → https://allevents.in/florence/5th-annual-legacy-living-florence-car-show/200030665155449

📍Boone County 4-H Open House at Florence Extension Office
Boone County 4-H hosts a free Open House on Sunday, September 20 from 1–3 p.m. at the Boone County Extension Florence office, 7111 Dixie Highway. Families with kids ages 5–18 can meet club leaders, explore year-long programs — including Animal Clubs, Horse Clubs, Sharpshooters, Art & Design, Teen Club, and Disc Golf — and enroll on the spot at no cost. Attendees can also enter to win a week of 4-H camp, a Teen Conference, or a Cloverbud gift bag. Call 859-586-6101 or visit extension.mgcafe.uky.edu/boone.
Read more → https://extension.mgcafe.uky.edu/boone

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Florence Y'alls Open Frontier League Playoffs Wednesday at Thomas More Stadium
The Florence Y'alls are heading to the postseason for the first time since 2021. The Y'alls host the Washington (Pa.) Wild Things, the Central Division champions, in Game 1 of a best-of-three series Wednesday night at Thomas More Stadium. Games 2 and 3 then move to Washington, with the series winner advancing to the Midwest Conference championship final.

First pitch is set for 6:55 p.m. Wednesday at Thomas More Stadium, 7950 Freedom Way, Florence. Tickets are available at florenceyalls.com.

⚽🏐🏈 BCHS Varsity Games Schedule — Sept. 8–12

Wednesday, Sept. 9 Varsity Girls Volleyball at Villa Madonna Academy — 7:00 p.m. | Away

Thursday, Sept. 10 Varsity Boys Golf vs. Holy Cross (Covington) — 3:30 p.m. | Home
Varsity Girls Golf at Scott High School — 3:45 p.m. | Away
Varsity Boys Soccer vs. Conner High School — 8:00 p.m. | Home

Friday, Sept. 11 Varsity Boys Football vs. Walton-Verona High School — 7:00 p.m. | Home

Saturday, Sept. 12 Varsity Boys Soccer at Tribe Shootout vs. Collins — 11:00 a.m. | Away (Madison Central HS, Richmond)
Varsity Boys Soccer at Tribe Shootout vs. Montgomery County — 5:00 p.m. | Away (Madison Central HS, Richmond)

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Jerry Carroll purchased the Latonia Race Course in 1986, put money into the facility, and gave it a new name. Turfway Park.

In horse racing, a Grade II designation means the sport's governing bodies consider your race among the best in the country. Two years into Carroll's ownership, the Jim Beam Stakes, Turfway Park's signature Kentucky Derby prep race, earned that status. The horses that showed up to run it over the next four years would go on to win some of the biggest races in America.