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Your Car Taxes in Kentucky: A Mix of Elected and Unelected Decisions
By Jesse Brewer, Boone County Commissioner If you live in Kentucky and own a vehicle then you are aware of the expense that goes with...
Sep 21, 20253 min read


The taxing truth: From property to premiums, why local elections matter more than you think
Cities and counties across Kentucky are quietly adding new local taxes on everything from your home to your insurance premiums — proof...
Sep 4, 20253 min read


Understanding your property tax bill in Kentucky
By Jesse Brewer, Boone County Commissioner The property tax system in Kentucky is governed by state laws that separate two key functions:...
Aug 30, 20253 min read


Community expresses concerns about Boone County intersection where 2 people died
Rachel Hirschheimer with WLWT5 Apr 9, 2025 BOONE COUNTY, Ky. — There's a lot of conversation about road safety in Boone County after two...
Apr 9, 20251 min read


Opinion: Thinking of refinancing… well think again!
Guest Author: Jesse Brewer Sep 26, 2024 Written by Jesse Brewer, Boone County Commissioner & owner of a real estate investment and...
Sep 26, 20241 min read


Opinion: Boone Co. lowers property tax & secures money for county infrastructure needs
Guest Author: Jesse Brewer Sep 24, 2024 Written by Boone County Commissioner Jesse Brewer It is no secret that I am a believer in small...
Sep 24, 20241 min read


Opinion: Housing affordability crisis
Guest Author: Jesse Brewer Aug 9, 2024 Written by Boone County Commissioner Jesse Brewer If you have been in the market for a new home in...
Aug 8, 20241 min read


No easy fix for affordable housing in northern Kentucky, officials say
Sam Knef with Spectrum News 1 Jul 31, 2024 FLORENCE, Ky. — Communities across the Commonwealth are struggling with affordable housing. In...
Jul 31, 20241 min read


Boone County commissioner gives eyewitness account of Hurricane Beryl ahead of landfall in U.S.
Anna Azallion with WCPO Jul 5, 2024 RIVIERA MAYA, Mexico — Hurricane Beryl is set to make landfall in the U.S. in the coming days, but...
Jul 4, 20241 min read


Northern Kentucky resident talks about Hurricane Beryl experience in Cancun
WKRC Jul 5, 2024 CANCUN, Mexico (WKRC) - Boone County Commissioner Jesse Brewer talked to Local 12 anchor Sheila Gray about his family...
Jul 4, 20241 min read


Boone County commissioner braces for Hurricane Beryl while staying in Cancun
Chris Jacobs with WLWT Jul 4, 2024 CANCÚN, Q.R. — Hurricane Beryl is churning its way toward Mexico. Now, a Category 3 hurricane, it has...
Jul 3, 20241 min read


Northern Kentucky communities to decide on medical marijuana dispensaries on November ballot
Daisy Kershaw with WLWT Jun 25, 2024 BOONE COUNTY, Ky. — Come January, medical marijuana will officially be legal in Kentucky. However,...
Jun 24, 20241 min read


Boone County to prohibit medical cannabis dispensaries, will let cities decide
Sam Knef with Spectrum News 1 Jun 21, 2024 BURLINGTON, Ky. — Discussions on how to handle medical cannabis are at the forefront of local...
Jun 20, 20241 min read


Opinion: Voter turnout in Boone County – primary numbers explained
Guest Author: Jesse Brewer May 27, 2024 Written by Jesse Brewer, a registered Republican and a Boone County commissioner. LINK nky...
May 26, 20241 min read


Turnout low across NKY as voters decide key races in primary election
John London with WLWT May 21, 2024 COVINGTON, Ky. — Two weeks before tying the knot, Bo Honebrink of Fort Mitchell and Sam, his...
May 20, 20241 min read


New partnership aims to curb Northern Kentucky's worker shortage
Sam Knef with Spectrum News 1 May 6, 2024 FLORENCE, Ky. — Boone County has joined Kenton and Campbell counties to create NKY Works, a...
May 5, 20241 min read


Boone County will now allow alcohol sales at parks for special events
Sam Knef with Spectrum News 1 May 1, 2024 BURLINGTON, Ky. — People in Boone County will now be able to buy and consume alcoholic drinks...
Apr 30, 20241 min read
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