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Daily editionMonday, October 12th, 2026

Good morning, Covington.

The 5AM Covington Team

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Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 12th of October.

Community

  1. Kenton County Parks and Recreation is hosting a Halloween weekend at Middleton-Mills Park with a Haunted Trail running Friday, Oct. 16 and Saturday, Oct. 17 from 7 to 10 p.m. (it also features a family Boo Bash and Trail Trek on Saturday from 2 to 4 p.m.).

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Economy

  1. Dannel Shepard shared his analysis of the current housing market today (addressing affordability challenges and shifting trends) during a local interview aimed at informing residents about ongoing market changes.

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Education

  1. In 1963, Notre Dame Academy left its crowded West Fifth Street campus and began classes two weeks later in a new $1.5 million facility in suburban Park Hills—responding to the baby boom and easing space issues.

    Northern Kentucky TribuneRead more

Health

  1. DCCH Center in Covington received a $20,000 grant from the Midwest Chapter of the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation today — boosting its meal program that serves 672 weekly meals to children in residential treatment.

    Northern Kentucky TribuneRead more

  2. NKY Health Department had a busy quarter by launching PrEP across four centers — extending hours, installing new kiosks, inspecting schools and food booths, and hosting Save‑a‑Life Day and Lactation on the Levee.

    Survey results will guide a five‑year health improvement plan.

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Sports

  1. Beechwood’s volleyball team stunned Notre Dame with a 15 to 9 tiebreaker win on Saturday, Oct. 10 — the win gave the Tigers their first playoff spot as the 9th Region favorite and improved their record to 30 to 2.

    Northern Kentucky TribuneRead more

  2. Kentucky's football team is ranked 15th in the AP Top 25 after a 35-34 overtime win over LSU.

    The Wildcats will face the Sooners on Saturday in Norman as they build on a four-game winning streak under coach Will Stein.

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  3. Bengals wide receivers Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins are cleared to play in Sunday's game against the Dolphins.

    The game will kick off at 1 p.m. on FOX19 NOW.

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