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At least 4 business licenses issued in Kentucky ZIP Code 41071 during September 2024
There were at least four business licenses issued in Kentucky ZIP Code 41071 during September 2024, according to the Kentucky Secretary of State.

Newport City Manager Tom Fromme announces retirement after four decades

Newport City Manager Tom Fromme has announced his retirement after a 44-year career with the city. Fromme, who is 67 and a third-generation Newport resident, has been involved in various roles including police officer, police chief, and city manager. He will retire at the end of the year.

Enrollment at Newport High School increased by 3.6% in 2022-23 school year

For the 2022-23 school year, Newport High School experienced an increase in enrollment numbers compared to the previous year, with 22 more students being enrolled.

Which former Newport News Post area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 7?

These former Newport News Post area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 7.
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Newport Intermediate School recorded 3 fewer students enrolled in 2022-23 than previous school year

There were 424 students enrolled in Newport Intermediate School in the 2022-23 school year, a decrease from the previous year.

Newport Primary School welcomed 412 students in 2022-23 school year

There were 412 students enrolled in Newport Primary School in the 2022-23 school year, an increase over the previous year.

There were 4 new businesses licensed in Newport during September 2024

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

Which former Newport News Post area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 14?

These former Newport News Post area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 14.

Newport needs help planting trees across the city

The City of Newport is calling for volunteers to participate in a tree-planting initiative aimed at fostering a healthier environment. With four days remaining, individuals interested in contributing do not need to register.

Newport's longtime City Manager Fromme retiring at end of year

Newport City Manager Tom Fromme will retire at the end of the year after serving the city for 44 years as a police officer, police chief, and finally overseeing the operation of the city. The third-generation Newport resident spent almost every year of his life in Newport.

Newport Regional School welcomed 236 students in 2022-23 school year

For the 2022-23 school year, Newport Regional School experienced an increase in enrollment numbers compared to the previous year, with 177 more students being enrolled.

Newport School of Innovation recorded same number of students enrolled in 2022-23 compared to previous school year

For the 2022-23 school year, Newport School of Innovation had the same enrollment numbers as the previous year.

Newport commissioner achieves Level II certification in city governance

The City of Newport has announced that City Commissioner Mike Radwanski has achieved Level II certification through the Kentucky League of Cities (KLC) City Officials Training Program. This accomplishment follows his completion of 75.5 hours of training, bringing him closer to earning a Master's in City Governance, which requires 87 hours.

Which former Newport News Post area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 21?

These former Newport News Post area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 21.

Longtime Community Coach John Homer Runion Dies After Battle with Cancer

John Homer Runion passed away on Oct. 18. Below is the obituary.

Newport High School Education: 132 African American students were enrolled in 2022-23 school year

In Newport High School, 20.7% of students identified as African American in the 2022-23 school year.

John Hayden named new City Manager of Newport

John Hayden has been appointed as the new City Manager of Newport, following an internal search process. He succeeds Tom Fromme, who has served in the role since 2005. Brian Steffen will join him as Assistant City Manager.

Newport begins construction on $16.5M downtown parking garage

The City of Newport has commenced construction on a $16.5 million parking garage located at the former site of the World Peace Bell.

Cross country teams shine at regional championships

The Boys Cross Country team has secured the title of 2024 Regional Champion, while the Girls Cross Country team achieved the status of Regional Runners-up.

Kaleal Davis records 1 tackle in Indiana State’s win over Southern Illinois

Former Newport High School star, Kaleal Davis, sees action in Indiana State’s win over Southern Illinois on Saturday, October 26.
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