Grant County News

09/21/2026

Could you have unclaimed property awaiting discovery? If so, the Kentucky state treasurer wants to help you find it.

On Monday, Kentucky State Treasurer Mark H. Metcalf kicked off Kentucky’s first-ever Unclaimed Property Week, encouraging Kentuckians to take a few minutes to search for money waiting to be claimed.

09/21/2026

Kentucky Homeland Heroes' Annual Patriot Day Bass Fishing Tournament on Sept. 12 provided a day of fishing and relaxation on Williamstown Lake for veterans and first responders.

Before first light the morning of Saturday, Sept. 12, 20 boat captains and 20 veterans and first responders gathered at the Williamstown Marina for the launch of the annual Patriot

09/19/2026

Tonight Williamstown's Main Street was lined with spectators honoring those who have served in the U.S. Military. The parade was part of the four-day celebration of veterans, A Nation Remembers.

09/13/2026

For anyone heading north toward Brent Spence Bridge in the near future:

Routine Inspection for the Brent Spence Bridge in Kenton County Scheduled to Begin Sunday, Sept. 13
Motorists should expect various overnight double lane closures on I-71/75 northbound
COVINGTON, Ky. (Sept. 11, 2026) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of an upcoming routine inspection of the Brent Spence Bridge in Kenton County beginning Sunday, Sept. 13. This inspection will focus on the Kentucky approach spans and truss.

All lane closures associated with this inspection will be on Interstate 71/75 northbound from south of W. Fifth Street (KY 8) (191 mile point) in Covington to north of the bridge's main span in Ohio. Access to Fifth Street in Covington along with I-71 northbound (Fort Washington Way) and I-75 northbound in Ohio will be maintained during working hours. All lanes are expected to reopen the following morning by 5 a.m.

Tentative Schedule (Weather Permitting)

Sunday, Sept. 13: right double lane closure from 9:30 p.m. to 5 a.m.
Monday, Sept. 14: right double lane closure from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m.
Tuesday, Sept. 15 and Wednesday, Sept. 16: left double lane closure from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m.
Thursday, Sept. 17: left double lane closure from 10:30 p.m. to 5 a.m.
The inspection will continue Monday, Sept. 21 through Friday, Sept. 25 as crews shift to the Brent Spence Bridge truss and Kentucky approach spans. The inspection team will be utilizing rope access and man lifts to access these areas daily from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. This portion of the inspection does not require any travel impacts.

Weather permitting, this routine bridge inspection is expected to be completed Friday, Sept. 25 at 5 p.m. KYTC will advise if additional days of work are needed, or if the schedule of work changes.

Project schedules are subject to change due to inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances. For the most current information on road construction in Northern Kentucky, please visit the District 6 Roadshow or the Driving Northern Kentucky Progress website. You can also stay informed by following KYTC District 6 on Facebook and X (formerly Twitter). For statewide traffic and travel updates, visit GoKY.

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09/07/2026

If you weren't in Dry Ridge on Saturday, you missed a great party.

Once again, Mother Nature tried to break up the party and once again, Dry Ridge said, "Nope. We're doin' it."

09/04/2026

Hot off the presses from Williamstown City Council!

WILLIAMSTOWN CITY COUNCIL

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA

Tuesday, September 8, 2026

6:00 P.M. Eastern Time 5:00 P.M. Central Time

1. ROLL CALL

2. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER

3. WELCOME WITH REQUEST THAT GUESTS SIGN IN

4. INVOCATION – KIM CRUPPER

5. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

6. ANNOUNCEMENTS:

· September 11th Grant County Farm to Table (Dry Ridge) 6:00 p.m.

· September 12th Veterans Bass Tournament Williamstown Lake

· September 12th Autumn Fest 10 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Grant County Park

· September 15th Regular City Council Meeting 6:00 p.m.

· September 16th-20th A Nation Remembers Veteran Tribute

· September 18th Veterans Parade Downtown Williamstown 6 - 9:00 p.m.

· September 28th, 2026, City Property Tax Rate Public Hearing 5:30 p.m.

· September 28th Special City Council Meeting 6:00 p.m.

· September 29th Special City Council Meeting 5:30 p.m.

· October 12th Town Hall Meeting Williamstown School Auditorium 6-8 p.m.

7. MAYOR’S UPDATE

______________________________________OLD BUSINESS___________________________________________

1. Corrections/Approval of minutes from the Regular Council Meetings of August 18, 2026

_________________________________________NEW BUSINESS_________________________________________

1. RESOLUTION 2026- 09 - Authorizing the Resolution for the completion and filing of Government Assistance Grant with the Land and Water Conservation Fund for Williamstown Park Project Development (Williamstown Amphitheater)

2. RESOLUTION 2026- 10 - Authorizing the Resolution for the completion and filing of a Government Resources Accelerating Needed Transformation (G.R.A.N.T) grant funds with the Land and Water Conservation Fund Williamstown Park Project Development (Williamstown Amphitheater)

3. First Reading of Ordinance 2026-11 Lake Ordinance Amendment (Dock Permit Process)

4. First Reading of Ordinance 2026-12 Establishing single-family residential contextual compatibility standards

5. City Council Discussion/Consideration and Authorization of proposed 2026 Property Tax Rates, and to proceed with a Tax Rate Public Hearing

6. City Council Discussion /Consideration and Authorization regarding Triploid Grass Carp at Williamstown Lake

7. Motion to go into Executive Session pursuant to KRS 61.810(1)(g) discussions regarding a business entity concerning a specific proposal as open discussions would jeopardize the citing, retention, expansion or upgrading of the business

8. Motion to come out of Executive Session (no votes taken)

9. City Council Authorization to enter a MOA with Williamstown Christian Church pursuant to the bid of purchase submitted for the property of 400 North Main Street (Maintenance Building)

10. Public Forum 30 seconds per resident/per topic

11. Motion to adjourn

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09/04/2026

Grant County roadwork info from the KY Transportation Cabinet:

Preventive Maintenance Project on Portion of KY 36 in Grant County Now Underway
Traffic impacts should be expected during daytime working hours
COVINGTON, Ky. (Sept. 4, 2026) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of daytime traffic impacts on a portion of KY 36 in Grant County as part of a preventive maintenance project.

Work is underway on KY 36 beginning east of Lynnwood Drive (mile point 13.70) extending east to the Interstate 75 interchange (mile point 14.44), a distance of 0.74 miles.

On Friday, Sept. 4, crews will perform milling operations within the project limits.

Beginning Tuesday, Sept. 8, crews will apply a chip interlayer treatment. About a week later, crews will return to apply a thin lift of asphalt surface. All work will be performed between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m.

During working hours, one lane of traffic will be maintained in each direction in locations with three or more lanes. In two-lane sections, alternating one-way traffic will be necessary, with flaggers onsite to direct motorists through the work zone.

Following the chip interlayer treatment, the roadway will contain some loose aggregate and may produce a slight increase in driving noise until the final asphalt surface is applied. During this period, the speed limit will be temporarily reduced to 25 mph. Motorists should use caution and follow the posted speed limit through the project area.

Preventative maintenance treatments slow pavement deterioration, correct minor surface distresses, lower maintenance and construction costs and provide motorists with increased safety and a smoother ride.

Motorists should expect delays while work is underway, drive carefully through the project area and watch for trucks entering and leaving the work zone.

Mago Construction Company LLC is contracted to perform the $230,174 project on behalf of KYTC. The project is expected to be completed by Sept. 30, 2026.

Project schedules are subject to change due to inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances. For the most current information on road construction in Northern Kentucky, please visit the District 6 Roadshow or the Driving Northern Kentucky Progress website. You can also stay informed by following KYTC District 6 on Facebook and X (formerly Twitter). For statewide traffic and travel updates, visit GoKY.

08/31/2026

The 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks is approaching. For those of us old enough to remember that day, there are moments and images burned in our memories. We remember where we were when we first heard the news; we remember the uncertainty of what might be coming next; we remember struggling to grasp the enormity of watching the towers turn to dust, the bravery of the passengers on United Airlines Flight 93, the horror of watching the Pentagon breached and on fire. We would like to publish your memories of that day in the Sept. 10 Grant County News. If you would be willing to share, please take a few moments to record your memories and impressions below.

08/14/2026

Following is the agenda for Tuesday's Williamstown City Council Meeting. Note that prior to the regular meeting there will be a caucus meeting at 5 p.m. to discuss various matters concerning the water treatment plant and the water department.

WILLIAMSTOWN CITY COUNCIL

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA

Tuesday, August 18, 2026

6:00 P.M. Eastern Time 5:00 P.M. Central Time

1. ROLL CALL

2. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER

3. WELCOME WITH REQUEST THAT GUESTS SIGN IN

4. INVOCATION – RICK SKINNER

5. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

6. ANNOUNCEMENTS:

· August 22, 2026, Free Concert Williamstown Amphitheater 6-10 p.m.

· September 5, 2026, Party in the Park (Dry Ridge) 3:00 – 11:00 p.m.

· September 7, 2026, Regular Council Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

· September 11th Grant County Farm to Table (Dry Ridge) 6:00 p.m.

· September 12th Veterans Bass Tournament Williamstown Lake

· September 16th-20th A Nation Remembers Veteran Tribute

7. MAYOR’S UPDATE

8. Superintendent Reports (July 2026)

OLD BUSINESS

1. Corrections/Approval of minutes from the Regular Council Meetings of August 3, 2026

NEW BUSINESS

1. City Council Consideration/Approval of RESOLUTION 2026-07 Municipal Road Aid Contract for FY2026-27

2. City Council discussion of City Maintenance Building Bids

3. Public Forum 30 seconds per resident/per topic

4. Motion to adjourn

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08/13/2026

Voting is NOW OPEN for our 2026 Best of Grant County! Vote for your favorite food and drink, shopping and services, city/event and people. Voting runs through Friday, Sept. 4. One vote per category, per valid email is allowed. Winners will be announced in the Grant County News on Thursday, Oct. 15.

Vote here: https://paxton.secondstreetapp.com/Best-of-Grant-County-2026