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The following funeral or memorial service is scheduled to happen in coverage area tomorrow.

This former Florence Observer area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 21.

Linda Mae Grimes passed away on Oct. 17. Below is the obituary.

For the 2022-23 school year, Rise Academy experienced an increase in enrollment numbers compared to the previous year, with 33 more students being enrolled.

Planning a Halloween gathering involves several essential elements to ensure success.

The City of Florence Veterans Commission, in collaboration with Warriors Journey Home and Florence Christian Church, will host a Veterans Resource Fair on Saturday, October 19, 2024. The event will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Florence Government Center in Kentucky and is open to veterans, active-duty military members, and their families.

Haley Lynn Curry passed away on Oct. 14. Below is the obituary.

For the 2022-23 school year, Rector A. Jones Middle School experienced a decrease in enrollment numbers compared to the previous year, with 14 fewer students being enrolled.

The H&H Bass Club has announced the top ten finishers of this year's Fall Classic held at Barren River. Scott Abner secured the first place, followed by Rodney Brossart in second and John Duff in third. Other notable participants included Joe Junius, Logan Abner, RL Maxwell, Karen Brossart, Justin Reed, Steve Fryman, and Robert Sizemore rounding out the top ten.

There were 713 students enrolled in Ockerman Middle School in the 2022-23 school year, a decrease from the previous year.

This former Florence Observer area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 14.

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

There were 558 students enrolled in Hillard Collins Elementary School in the 2022-23 school year, a decrease from the previous year.

There were at least 20 business licenses issued in Florence during September 2024, according to the Kentucky Secretary of State.

The Boone County Board of Education has adopted a resolution advocating for the exclusive use of state funds to support the common system of public schools in Kentucky. This decision, made on October 10, 2024, emphasizes the importance of maintaining a uniform framework for public education across the Commonwealth.

Patricia "Pat" Grubbs passed away on Oct. 8. Below is the obituary.

Halloween is approaching, and many are preparing for festivities. Whether hosting a party, attending one, or handing out treats at home, there are several simple recipes to consider for Halloween-themed snacks.

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

There were 746 students enrolled in Erpenbeck Elementary School in the 2022-23 school year, an increase over the previous year.

DIY Halloween decorations offer an affordable way to transform any space into a spooky setting. Using simple materials, individuals can create eerie lighting and creepy silhouettes to set the perfect atmosphere.