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Picture of the Day: Florence Y'all Water Tower from I-75

Today's Picture of the Day is a great view of the Florence Y'all Water Tower from I-75. This is the view that thousands of out of town travelers get of our city and our most famous landmark each day. The Florence Y'all Water Tower is a landmark that is well known all the way from Florida to Michigan due to the number of people who pass it each day traveling up and down on I-75. If you are out of town and tell someone you are from Florence Kentucky, chances are they will then recognize it as the place where the Florence Y'all Water Tower stands.

Today's Boone County News:

Meet Daniel Boone at the library

Pig Roast July 3rd

Author discusses Kentucky covered bridges

Celebrate America at Florence Baptist

Florence Freedom game rained out

Picture of the Day: Danbarry Theater Florence

Today's Picture of the Day is the Danbarry Theater in Florence. The Danbarry Theater is located just off Turfway Road in Florence, on the grounds of Turfway Park race course. The Danbarry is located conveniently near Florence's Houston Road shopping district. The Danbarry Theater is the low price alternative to the regular cinemas. The Danbarry is a great inexpensive entertainment option in Florence. Danbury Theatre Florence Kentucky

Today's Boone County News:

Music, fireworks highlight July 4th in Florence

Subdivision to expand

Hard work, structure drive Ryle wrestler

Boone students graduate from MSU

Rotary honors law enforcement

Florence Freedom to host "Salute the Troops" night

Picture of the Day: Boone County Public Library Florence Branch

Today's Picture of the Day is the Florence Branch of the Boone County Library. The Florence Branch of the Boone County Library is located along US 42 in the heart of Florence. The Florence Branch of the Boone County Public Library is the oldest of the library branches in Boone County, built in 1976. The library was renovated in 2001. This branch is another of the great libraries that can be found in Boone County and Florence. For more information on the Florence Branch of the Boone County Library, visit their official website here.

Today's Boone County News:

Help wash away cancer

CVG Police Officer recognized

Prayer service for our troops July 2

Florence Freedom fall short against Beach Bums

Picture of the Day: Florence/Boone County Skate Park

Today's Picture of the Day is the Florence/Boone County Skate Park located on the campus of the Florence Government Center, just off Rt. 18 in Florence. The Florence/Boone County Skate Park is a 20,000 sq. ft. park designed for in-line skates, roller blades and skateboards. The Florence/Boone County Skate Park features beginner, intermediate and advanced areas with various challenging elements. Included are a shelter, spectator area, emergency telephone and parking lot. There is no fee to enter. The Florence/Boone County Skate Park is open from dawn to dusk. Safety equipment is recommended. You can find more information about the Florence/Boone County Skate Park here.

Today's Boone County News:

Hebron Mom pens novel

Union intersection to get traffic lights

Walton-Verona grad to run for MSJ

Smooth sailing for split schools

Peregrine falcon nest found in Boone County

Florence Freedom win on Father's Day

Picture of the Day: Union City Building

Today's Picture of the Day is the Union City Building. The city of Union is one of the fastest growing areas in Boone County. The city used to be a quiet rural area just outside the development in Florence, but is now teaming with residential and retail development. Union Kentucky has big plans for its future, including a unique Town Center project that is still in the developmental stages. The Union City Building is located just off the recently relocated US 42 on Mt. Zion Road.

You can find more information on the City of Union Kentucky here at the city's official website.

Today's Boone County News:

Breakfast and Covered Bridge stories at library

Boone County working on greenways plan

Florence Freedom lose 4-2

Picture of the Day: Stringtown Park

Today's Picture of the Day is Stringtown Park on Route 18 in Florence. Stringtown Park is another of the many great parks in the City of Florence. The park is located between Wallace and Kathryn Avenues. The property for Stringtown Park was purchased in 2001. It is the newest neighborhood park in Florence. The park features two play structures, a climbing apparatus, swing set, basketball court, sand volleyball court, corn hole sets, shelter, grill, seat wall, paved walking trail, benches, restroom facility, drinking fountains, open green space and parking lot. The park also features a shelter that can be rented for special events.

You can find out more information on Stringtown Park and all of the great parks in the City of Florence here.

Today's Boone County News:

Florence budget approved

Plan calls for trails throughout Boone

Couple earn volunteer award

Relay for Life set for June 26

Freedom split doubleheader

Picture of the Day: Lents Branch of the Boone County Library

Today's Picture of the Day is the Lents Branch of the Boone County Library. The Lents Branch of the Library is located just off of route 237 on Cougar Path, near the campus of Conner High School. This branch of the Library was built in 1989. The Lents Branch is one of the six branches of the Library. You can find more information about the Boone County Library at their official website.

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Picture of the Day: Florence Family Aquatic Center

Today's Picture of the Day is the Florence Family Aquatic Center on Ewing Blvd just off of Rt 18 in Florence on the campus of the Florence Government Center.  The Florence Family Aquatic Center features a lazy river, competition pool, zero depth area, two spray grounds, a spiral and a speed slides, sunbathing areas, shelters, funbrellas, bathhouse with family restrooms and concessions area. You can find more information about the Florence Family Aquatic Center here at the City of Florence website.

Today's Boone County News:

Host families give Freedom a home away from home

Three Ryle teachers retire

College bound Cougars set foundation for future

Girl donates hair for eighth birthday

Picture of the Day: Greater Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport

Today's Picture of the Day is the Greater Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport. The airport is one of the major economic hubs for Florence and Boone County. Employers like Delta and Comair employee a large portion of the Florence and Boone County population. The airport is a vital part of our local economy. As a major hub for Delta Airlines, the airport offers local residents many convenient travel options all over the country.

You can learn more about the Greater Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport here at their official website.

Today's Boone County News:

Cooper sports find success in first year

Faithful flock to Creation Museum

Lego Town comes to library

Liberty celebrates fifth birthday

Freedom win 4-1

Florence News: 2nd Annual Guns vs. Hoses Charity Game

This Sunday, June 16th, there will be a great event at Champion Window Field right before the Florence Freedom take on the Kalamazoo Kings. The event is the 2nd Annual Guns vs. Hoses game. The game will feature members of the Florence Police Department taking on members of the Florence Fire Department in a charity game. The game is being played to raise money for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. The Guns vs. Hoses game begins at 3:30 and the Florence Freedom will play right after the Guns vs. Hoses game and will be wearing specially designed jerseys that have the colors of the police and fire departments on each sleeve. The jerseys will be worn during the game and then auctioned off afterward to raise more money for the JDRF. Come out to the ballpark on Sunday to show your support for these folks who give so much back to our community and to help raise money for a worthy cause!

Today's Boone County News:

Free concert this Friday at Boone County Public Library

Kevin Stonerock portrays four river characters at Boone County Public Library

Movie night another step for Union

Boone County students named to MSU's Dean's List

Plants donated to Arboretum

Ryle High School on Newsweek list

Freedom return home June 12th

Quilts become Boone County Landmarks

Lego Town comes to Boone County Public Library

Dealership's last day a mix of emotion