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MeetNKY to use funds to boost tourism

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, 2023-04-17 07:45:00,

NEWPORT, Ky. — Many people who live in and visit northern Kentucky consider the region to be a “hidden gem,” but the organization in charge of trying to get more people to visit has been successful in making it less hidden.

What You Need To Know

The tourism industry was damaged severely during the pandemic
Kentucky Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman announced $9,593,787 in funding to support MeetNKY
MeetNKY will use funds to provide incentives for new groups to visit the region
The group will also aggressively market the region’s traditional tourism drivers

Northern Kentucky is the number two economic impact area in Kentucky, according to MeetNKY.

It was clear Tim Reichmuth was from out of town from his Indiana t-shirt. In an interview with Spectrum News 1, Reichmuth confirmed he was visiting Newport with his wife.

“We’re from Indianapolis,” he said. “We have been here multiple times, prior to the whole COVID thing. This is our first time back since then.”

He explained why they came back, rooted in their love for the area.

“We love the river. We love the Levee area here. We’re glad to see that it’s filling back in. We’re going to go to the aquarium, Reichmuth said. “In fact, I just had this conversation the other day with my son, who just moved back from California. I told him me and my wife Dawn were coming here. And he was like, ‘Oh, what’s there?’ And so we had this discussion, and then I sent him some pictures from the hotel we were staying at, looking out on the river. And he was like, ‘Oh, that’s fire, send me the information.’ So I think he’s coming to northern Kentucky.”

For those unaware, “fire” is a very good answer to a question the folks with MeetNKY think about constantly. President and CEO Julie Kirkpatrick does so, especially, and especially in recent years.

“During COVID, I don’t think it’s a secret that the tourism industry was damaged severely,” Kirkpatrick said.

Kentucky Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman announced more than $22 million in funding for Kenton County to support law enforcement, clean water, nonprofit organizations and, of particular interest to Kirkpatrick, tourism. Kirkpatrick said the funds will help continue a recovery which, she said, has already gone very well for northern Kentucky.

“Northern Kentucky’s tourism industry has recovered beyond 2019 levels. The hotels are posting their best results now. All of our attractions are up double digit visitation year…

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Lexington’s newest park will have trails, dog park, fields

admin Cardinal Run North, dog park, Lexington, park, playground 0 Comments March 21, 2023

, 2023-03-21 16:02:14,

Preliminary plans for Cardinal Run North, a new regional park off of Parkers Mill Road, will include walking trails, sports fields and a dog park.
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Preliminary plans for Lexington’s first large park in decades include walking trails, sports fields, a dog park and plenty of open space.

Cardinal Run North, bordered by Parkers Mill, New Circle and Versailles roads, will also feature a playground, restrooms, sheltered picnic areas and plenty of open space, plans unveiled Tuesday show.

The 137-acre park was acquired by the city in 1997. Cardinal Run, a baseball park opposite Cardinal Run North on Parkers Mill Road, was developed more than two decades ago. Lack of funding meant the nearly 140-acres remained untouched for decades.

Thanks to $121 million in American Rescue Plan Act funding, the city was able to set aside $10 million from coronavirus relief funding to build the first phase of the large, regional park in Fayette County in decades.

The city has hired a design firm to begin work on Cardinal Run North, a new more than 100-acre park off of Versailles Road and Parkers Mill Road. Faron Collins Herald – Leader

During a Tuesday Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council work session, staff with Brandstetter Carroll, a consultant hired to help develop preliminary plans for the park, presented their findings.

Those preliminary designs were informed by a public meeting…

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Plans for Cardinal Run North, Lexington’s newest park, released

admin cardinal run, dog park, kentucky, Lexington, park 0 Comments November 15, 2022

, 2022-11-15 11:06:48,

Initial plans for a new 137-acre park off of Parkers Mill and Versailles roads include a 10-acre dog park, multiple athletic fields, a playground, trails and open green spaces.

Cardinal Run North, which is scheduled to open in 2024, will be the first large park to be opened in 25 years.

Cardinal Run North will offer amenities on a similar scale to other large parks, such as Jacobson Park or Shillito Park, city officials said.

The land that is now Cardinal Run North and South was donated to the city in 1997. Cardinal Run South opened in the early 2000s. However, the city did not have money to develop Cardinal Run North.

Thanks largely to federal coronavirus relief money, the city finally has money to develop the 137 acres.

On Monday, Brandstetter Carroll Inc., EHI Consultants and the city unveiled initial plans for the park at a meeting at Beaumont Middle School.

The initial plans call for much of the green space or unused areas to be located on the side of the park that backs up to residential areas including The Silks and Wellesley Heights neighborhood. The entrance to the park will be on Parkers Mill Road.

The proposed sports fields will be on the side of the park closest to New Circle Road.

Many residents of neighborhoods that abut the property said they were glad the initial designs kept all the active uses of the park — including playing fields — away from neighborhoods.

Master Plan Draft v. 2 Public Engagement Mtg.jpg — Preliminary designs for the new…

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Here’s 7 cheap or free date ideas around Lexington, Kentucky

admin cheap date, date night ideas, dating, Lexington 0 Comments July 2, 2022

, 2022-07-01 14:50:45,

A bed of tulips was backlit by the morning sun at the Arboretum, State Botanical Garden of Kentucky in this file photo. It is one of several spots in Lexington to enjoy on a budget-friendly date.

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You may be wondering how to keep date night alive in a time plagued by inflation and high gas prices across the country.

Life can be expensive, but dating doesn’t have to be. We’ve lined up some budget-friendly options in and around Lexington to consider for your next outing.

Take a walk through the fragrance garden at The Arboretum State Botanical Garden of Kentucky, try your hand at disc golf in Shillito Park or stroll through an art museum on the University of Kentucky’s campus.

There’s something for everyone with these seven date ideas, including some that may surprise you.

Shillito Park

Pop out to Shillito Park to figure out whether you and your date are equipped to be the next disc golf champion.

The park features an 18-hole, Mach 3 course with concrete tee pads and alternate pin placements. Hole No. 1 is located to the right of the pool entrance.

This may be the date for you if you like adventure, as there are slight elevation…

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