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Mary Etta Lawson passed away on Oct. 27. Below is the obituary.

Nothing beats curling up in a cozy reading nook with your favorite book.

Eddie James Farley passed away on Oct. 26. Below is the obituary.

In A. M. Yealey Elementary School, 0.8% of students identified as Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander in the 2022-23 school year.

Roads in the City of Florence, Kentucky, will be closed on Sunday, November 10, for the 10th annual Honor Run Half Marathon.

The Heritage Fellowship Church is preparing for a series of events in the coming days, focusing on prayer and community engagement.

This former Florence Observer area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 28.

Multiracial students comprised 5.6% of the student population within A. M. Yealey Elementary School in the 2022-23 school year.

The City of Florence, in collaboration with Florence Christian Church, is organizing "The Witness Tree" event from November 1 to November 11, 2024.

Hispanic or Latino students comprised 8.9% of the student population within A. M. Yealey Elementary School in the 2022-23 school year.

As the seasons transition and fall arrives, maintaining self-care remains crucial despite the changing weather.

Unpredictable winter weather may require Boone County Schools to adjust daily schedules or routines. Parents are encouraged to log into the Parent Portal to ensure their emergency contact information is current, as this will be the primary communication method. Additionally, it is advised to have child-care arrangements ready in case of early school closures, delays, or cancellations.

The Northern Kentucky region is preparing for its annual Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event, scheduled for November 2, 2024. The event will take place at Thomas More Stadium in Florence, Kentucky, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

In A. M. Yealey Elementary School, 4.8% of students identified as Asian in the 2022-23 school year.

Pumpkin season has arrived, and with it comes the annual tradition of carving jack-o-lanterns.

The Florence Police Department is organizing its 7th Annual No-Shave-November Benefit to support Cincinnati Children's Hospital's Cancer Center. As in previous years, officers will be permitted to grow beards during November as part of the fundraising effort. Each officer participating will contribute at least $25 to this cause.

The City of Florence Police Department is organizing a Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, October 26, 2024. The event will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. There are two designated locations for dropping off medications: the north parking lot of the City of Florence Government Center at 8100 Ewing Boulevard and the Florence Kroger Marketplace at 7685 Mall Road. It is important to note that liquids, ointments, or syringes will not be accepted.

The 10th Annual Honor Run Half Marathon is scheduled for Sunday, November 10, 2024. This event will lead to several road closures similar to previous years. The closures will occur between approximately 6:45 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.

The City of Florence is preparing for its annual Halloween Night Out event, scheduled for October 29, 2024. The event will be held at Thomas More Stadium, home of the Florence Y’alls, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. This community gathering is free and open to the public, aiming to provide an evening of entertainment for families and individuals of all ages.

A message of gratitude has been extended by Cleddie and GayNell Keith, pastors of Heritage Fellowship, as they reflect on the Golden Jubilee Celebration. The event marked a significant milestone for the congregation, which has grown and thrived over the years.