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This former Highlands Herald area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 28.

Highlands High School Education: 17 Asian students were enrolled in 2022-23 school year

In Highlands High School, 1.7% of students identified as Asian in the 2022-23 school year.

Highlands High School Education: 12 African American students were enrolled in 2022-23 school year

African American students comprised 1.2% of the student population within Highlands High School in the 2022-23 school year.

Which former Highlands Herald area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 21?

These former Highlands Herald area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 21.
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Pumpkin Walk seeks volunteers for setup and activities on October 25

Help is needed for the upcoming Pumpkin Walk event scheduled for Friday, October 25. Volunteers are encouraged to participate in various activities such as placing pumpkins, setting up displays, distributing candy while dressed in Halloween costumes, and assisting with cleanup after the event. For those interested or with questions, Sam can be contacted at sshelton@ftthomas.org.

Enrollment at Woodfill Elementary School increased by 6.6% in 2022-23 school year

For the 2022-23 school year, Woodfill Elementary School experienced an increase in enrollment numbers compared to the previous year, with 26 more students being enrolled.

Guidelines issued for efficient leaf pickup

Norbert the Skeleton has provided a reminder for residents on how to prepare leaves for curbside pickup. Residents are encouraged to place leaves at the curb by their scheduled pickup date. Leaves should be raked directly into the curb, avoiding placement in the street or on sidewalks, to ensure efficient collection.

Highlands High School announces homecoming parade details

Come out to celebrate the Bluebirds and support the sports teams and organizations participating in the 2024 Highlands High School Homecoming Parade. The event will begin at 6:15 p.m., starting from Guardian Savings Bank and proceeding north along the Avenue to the high school. Attendees are advised to check for updates on road pattern changes during this time. Candy will be distributed to spectators on the right-hand side of the street.

Fort Thomas Pumpkin Walk Carving Contest starts next week with five categories

Pumpkins are set to take center stage at the Fort Thomas Pumpkin Walk Carving Contest, which begins next week. Participants will have the opportunity to compete in five categories: Scary, Detailed, Funny, Uncarved, and Traditional.

Fort Thomas prepares for Halloween house decorating contest on October 29

With the arrival of autumn, Fort Thomas is gearing up for its annual Halloween House Decorating Contest. Scheduled for Tuesday, October 29, the event invites residents to transform their homes and streets into festive spectacles.

Household hazardous waste collection event set for November in Florence

The Northern Kentucky (NKY) Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event is scheduled for November 2, 2024. The event will take place at Thomas More Stadium located at 7950 Freedom Way in Florence, Kentucky. Residents can drop off their household hazardous waste between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Moyer Elementary School recorded 54 more students enrolled in 2022-23 than previous school year

There were 569 students enrolled in Moyer Elementary School in the 2022-23 school year, an increase over the previous year.

Which former Highlands Herald area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 14?

These former Highlands Herald area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 14.

Police department hosts drug takeback day with DEA and Lions Club

The Fort Thomas Police Department is set to collaborate with the DEA and the Fort Thomas Lions Club on Saturday, April 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Detective Brandon Vance and Officer Nicholas Hoffman will be present to collect old, expired, leftover, and unused prescription medications for safe disposal.

Johnson Elementary School recorded 51 fewer students enrolled in 2022-23 than previous school year

For the 2022-23 school year, Johnson Elementary School experienced a decrease in enrollment numbers compared to the previous year, with 51 fewer students being enrolled.

At least 4 business licenses issued in Fort Thomas during September 2024

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

Tree ID walk set for October 16 at Tower Park

Green Umbrella Greenspace Alliance, in collaboration with the Fort Thomas Tree Commission and Urban Canopy Works, is organizing a free Tree ID Walk. This event is part of Northern Kentucky Tree Week and will take place on Wednesday, October 16th at Tower Park in Fort Thomas, Kentucky.

Highlands Middle School welcomed 746 students in 2022-23 school year

There were 746 students enrolled in Highlands Middle School in the 2022-23 school year, a decrease from the previous year.

Community invited to join pumpkin carving for Fort Thomas Pumpkin Walk

Help is needed for the Fort Thomas Pumpkin Walk, scheduled for Friday, October 25 in Tower Park. Participants are invited to carve pumpkins and can either pick them up to work on at home or use the facilities provided at the Armory located at 950 South Fort Thomas Avenue. The event organizers have made tools available for those who choose to carve on-site.

Which former Highlands Herald area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 7?

These former Highlands Herald area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 7.