FLORENCE– Boone Circuit Judge Anthony W. Frohlich believes a recent overhaul of Kentucky’s sentencing laws provides a blueprint for reform in the treatment of non-violent offenders. HB 463, which went into effect in June, reduces jail or prison time for low-risk drug users who possess small amounts of illegal drugs. The legislation also encourages the courts to send minor drug…
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Dr. Hans F. Otto, a Florence Allergist and Immunologist.
If you thought the first frost would put an end to your runny nose and watery eyes for the year, you may be in for a surprise. The first frost does bring a drop in the pollen count and some relief to allergy sufferers. However, the air still is filled with dust, pollutants and bacteria that cause symptoms similar to…
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NKU Athletic Director Highlights Winning Programs for Florence Rotary
Florence Rotary welcomed NKU Athletic Director Scott Eaton to their October 31st meeting at the Airport Hilton. Dr. Eaton entertained the Rotarians with a fast-paced recounting of NKU’s numerous scholastic and athletic achievements over the past “Decade of Excellence” at the University. He highlighted men’s and women’s team accomplishments in basketball, baseball, softball, soccer, tennis, golf, cross country, volleyball and…
Read MoreFLORENCE – Looking for a miracle?
Talk to Mother Seraphina Marie of the Franciscan Daughters of Mary. She knows where to find them. The Franciscan Daughters of Mary take a vow of poverty, pledge to uphold the dignity of human life and place their trust in the Lord to provide everything they need. Since moving to Northern Kentucky from New Jersey eight years ago, they have…
Read MoreEntrepreneurship as an employment option
The Green Entrepreneur Program in Kentucky is one example of an innovative entrepreneurship training program adapted for inmates, ex-offenders, and at-risk youths. The program was established in early 2009 by Sustainable Business Ventures, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit company based in Lexington, Ky. The program uses a combination of entrepreneur and business plan training and work placement. Robert “Bobby” Clark, President of …
Read MoreA Summer to Remember for Jack Lundy.
Justin Duke: It was a summer to remember for Jack Lundy. Lundy, a member of the Florence Rotary Club, was the team chairman of a group study exchange with Rotary International that spent a month in France. “We spent all of our time in the district of Normandy,” Lundy said. Jack Lundy pays his respects at a grave of a fallen…
Read MoreHOUSING OPPORTUNITIES
There is an organization in Northern Kentucky whose purpose is creating the possibility for lower income working families to share in the dream of homeownership. David Hastings, Executive Director of Housing Opportunities of Northern Kentucky (HONK) began his presentation at a recent meeting of the Florence Rotary Club by saying he’s been told that HONK is one of the best…
Read MoreGhosts of Boone County
Just how much of a role do ghosts play in the history of Boone County? More than one might think according to Bridget Striker, the Local History Coordinator for Boone County Public Library. At a recent meeting of the Florence Rotary Club, Striker explained that the town of Petersburg is built on top of many Native American graves. In the…
Read MoreFlorence Rotary Welcomes Nationally Acclaimed Dermatologist Joseph Bark
Dr. Joseph Bark, a practicing Dermatologist from Lexington KY, visited Florence Rotary September 19th for a presentation of “Interesting Changes in Dermatology”. Dr. Bark is a Past President of the Lexington Rotary Club and a Past District Governor for Rotary’s Eastern Kentucky District. He began his presentation with a reminder of Rotary’s commitment to end Polio and how very close…
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