FLORENCE – Kentucky Senate President Robert Stivers believes tax reforms are needed to maintain a healthy living environment in the commonwealth. “We need to expand the tax base and increase opportunities,” the London Republican said. “We need to attract more businesses and people into the state. “I don’t want to see the people in this room pay more taxes. I…
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Whalen Gives ‘State of the City’ to Florence Rotarians
FLORENCE – Retail and commercial development are booming again in Florence. Two “big box” retailers, a fitness facility and a large restaurant/entertainment center are under development just south of Florence Mall. A large clothing store and two restaurants are going up across Mall Road in Florence Square. The operations center for a local bank and a seniors’ living community are…
Read MoreKenton County Judge-Executive Kris Knochelman Updates Rotary
FLORENCE – Solutions for the most demanding social and economic issues in Northern Kentucky will require bi-partisan effort across Boone, Campbell and Kenton counties, according to the top official in Kenton County. “These three counties will succeed or fail on their collective strengths,” said Kenton County Judge-Executive Kris Knochelman, Knochelman reflected on the successes and challenges he has encountered during…
Read MoreEric Rose of the Newport Aquarium Visits Rotary
FLORENCE – The Newport Aquarium is taking its show on the road. The aquarium has equipped a vehicle to take snakes, penguins and other “aquatic ambassadors” to schools, churches, libraries and corporate events for aquatic programs. The vehicle will even have a portable tank for sharks, according to Eric Rose, vice president and executive director of the aquarium. “The aquarium…
Read MoreFlorence Freedom Extends Promotional Invitation to Rotarians
The Florence Freedom has a message for the businesses and organizations that Rotarians are associated with. The message is – “Use Us!” Our home team provides a great venue for bringing groups together and they’ve produced a video (below) to prove it. Whether it’s friends, fellowship, promoting a great cause, or a company outing, a Florence Freedom baseball game at…
Read MoreDustin DiChiara Shares the Florence Chick-fil-A Story
Servant Leadership personifies Dustin DiChiara, owner and operator of the Chick-fil-A restaurant on Houston Road in Florence. DiChiara recently spoke to the Florence Rotary Club about his goals and management style as a leader. DiChiara started with Chick-fil-A as a crew member in 1997, and became an owner operator in 2005. He came to Florence in 2009 with two goals: …
Read More2015 Pastor Appreciation Day
Roger Babik left Cincinnati Bell after a 17 year career to become a full time pastor. He launched Master Provisions in 1994 as a Christian organization that connects resources like food and clothing to people in need locally, regionally and globally in cooperation with strategic mission partners. Master Provisions also places orphans into Christian homes internationally through monthly sponsors. Babik…
Read MoreScholarship Information Opportunity
The Interact Club of Boone County is inviting all students who are interested in learning more about applying for scholarships to attend its 7PM February 24th meeting at Scheben library. According to Dan Bisig from College & Beyond, the evening’s presenter, there are too many scholarships that are never awarded because the potential recipients are not aware of them. Mr.…
Read MoreEarl Corrothers and SHERPA
FLORENCE – Earl Corrothers is a certified Sherpa coach, but he doesn’t help adventurers scale Mount Everest. He helps executives climb the leadership ladder. “Successful leadership is about helping teams achieve their desired results,” Corrothers told members of the Florence Rotary Club on Monday, Oct. 20. “People typically are promoted to leadership because of their personal skill sets. When they…
Read MoreLauren Hudson Represents “Our Best Tomorrow”
FLORENCE – Robert D. Hudson says he gave up coaching basketball when his 14-year-old daughter started playing the game better than he could teach her. Based on that criteria, he might have to give up writing next. Lauren Hudson is his co-author on an award-winning book on capitalism that vaulted her into celebrity status after appearances on the John Stossel…
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