25-701: Northern Kentucky is an urban area in the U.S. Commonwealth of Kentucky consisting of the southern part of the Cincinnati metropolitan area . The three main counties of the area are Boone , Kenton , and Campbell , all along the Ohio River across from Cincinnati, Ohio . Other counties frequently included in Northern Kentucky include Bracken , Grant , Gallatin and Pendleton . Of Greater Cincinnati's over two million residents, over 450,000 of them live in Northern Kentucky as of 2020, primarily in
50-599: A constitution of its own adoption and whose right of self-government will not be unilaterally withdrawn by the United States Congress . On September 28, 1786, the residents of Kentucky County began petitioning the Virginia legislature for permission to become a "free and independent state, to be known by the name of the Commonwealth of Kentucky". On June 1, 1792, Kentucky County officially became
75-544: A state. Like Virginia , the official title of the elected local prosecutor in each of Kentucky 's political subdivisions is the Commonwealth's Attorney, as opposed to State's Attorney in other states or the more standard District Attorney. Kentucky is the only state outside of the original Thirteen Colonies that uses commonwealth in its name. Massachusetts is officially named The Commonwealth of Massachusetts by its constitution . The name State of Massachusetts Bay
100-526: Is a term used by four of the 50 states of the United States in their full official state names: Kentucky , Massachusetts , Pennsylvania , and Virginia . " Commonwealth " is a traditional English term used to describe a political community as having been founded for the common good , and shares some similarities with the Latin phrase " res publica " ('the public thing') from which ultimately
125-555: Is derived the word republic . The four states are all in the Eastern United States , and prior to the formation of the United States in 1776 were British colonial possessions , although Kentucky did not exist as an independent polity under British rule, instead being a part of colonial Virginia . As such, they share a strong influence of English common law in some of their laws and institutions. However,
150-853: Is known as Virginia Commonwealth University ; there is also a Virginia State University , located in Ettrick . Newport Aquarium The Newport Aquarium is a public aquarium located in Newport, Kentucky . The Newport Aquarium located within the Newport on the Levee shopping mall is owned by Herschend Family Entertainment . Newport Aquarium is an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums . The Aquarium has 70 exhibits, 14 galleries, and consists of 1,000,000 US gal (3,800,000 L) of water, including five acrylic tunnels totaling over 200 ft (61 metres) in length. It
175-773: Is the Commonwealth's Attorney , as opposed to State's Attorney in other states or the more standard District Attorney . In Virginia, the term state is sometimes used in an official manner, usually in a compound structure rather than as a standalone noun. This is evident in the names of the Virginia State Corporation Commission , the Virginia State Police , and the Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University . The state university in Richmond
200-462: Is the first aquarium to successfully breed shark rays . It also has a collection of alligators , including albino alligators. The breeding program was founded in 2007. Soon after, the shark ray breeding program became noted as one of the pioneering efforts in the area, resulting in the successful reproduction of two shark rays. The breeding process is considered challenging due to the species' aggressive mating behavior, which has previously led to
225-652: The Massachusetts State Police , the Massachusetts State House , and the Bridgewater State Hospital . The Seal of Pennsylvania does not use the term, but legal processes are in the name of the Commonwealth, and it is a traditional official designation used in referring to the state. In 1776, Pennsylvania 's first state constitution referred to it as both Commonwealth and State , a pattern of usage that
250-601: The common good , it is used symbolically to emphasize that these states have a "government based on the common consent of the people" as opposed to the British crown . It refers to the common "wealth", or welfare, of the public and is derived from a loose translation of the Latin term res publica . Premodern English used the alternative term "commonwealth" in such sense in place of the now singularly standard term "republic." Criminal charges in these four states are brought in
275-405: The "commonwealth" appellation has no legal or political significance, and it does not make "commonwealth" states any different from other U.S. states. The term commonwealth does not describe or provide for any specific political status or legal relationship when used by a state. Those that do use it are equal to those that do not. A traditional English term for a political community founded for
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#1732764757633300-512: The Governor with the Seal of the Commonwealth annexed." The Secretary of the Commonwealth still issues commissions in this manner. Among other references, the constitution furthermore dictated that criminal indictments were to conclude "against the peace and dignity of the Commonwealth". Additionally, the official title of the elected local prosecutor in each of Virginia's political subdivisions
325-691: The Greater Cincinnati community. Beyond the shops, restaurants, and riverside views of Cincinnati's skyline, some of the more well-known attractions are The Florence Speedway, MainStrasse Village, Newport on the Levee (including the Newport Aquarium ), and the World Peace Bell . There are also several community playhouses and music venues, along with community parks, arboretums, and museums. Campbell County has some wineries. Religious attractions of Northern Kentucky range from
350-520: The aquarium. Mermaid's Cove is an interactive event in which guests see and talk to performers dressed as mermaids about ocean conservation in the Shark Ray Bay Theater and Coral Reef tank. This event is normally scheduled during September. A performer dressed as Scuba Santa appears between the end of November through January 1 each year, excluding Christmas Day. He can be seen in the shark tank with his elves. The Newport Aquarium
375-499: The country. In addition to location, the Northern Kentucky area hosts several organizations that strive to enhance the quality of life and the local economy. The primary airport (CVG) serving Cincinnati is located in Northern Kentucky. Northern Kentucky is located within a climatic transition zone and is at the extreme northern limit of the humid subtropical climate . Evidence of both humid subtropical climate and humid continental climate can be found here, particularly noticeable by
400-437: The death of a female shark ray. As of now, the aquarium displays four adult shark rays. Mobile Shark Cart is a mobile cart that is taken offsite to raise awareness of shark conservation. The WAVE program promotes the importance of ocean conservation , leadership, and STEM to youth. Individuals can go behind the scenes with a staff member to see how the aquarium works and learn about the conservation programs and species at
425-922: The historic churches of the older river cities, including the St. Mary's Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption and Mother of God Church, both in Covington , to the Ark Encounter in Williamstown , south in Grant County. Florence is home to the Islamic Center of Northern Kentucky. Northern Kentucky has several schools of higher education, including Gateway Community and Technical College , Northern Kentucky University , and Thomas More University . Commonwealth (U.S. state) Commonwealth
450-494: The name of the Commonwealth. Besides the four aforementioned states, other states have also on occasion used the term "commonwealth" to refer to themselves: Two U.S. territories are also designated as commonwealths : Puerto Rico and the Northern Mariana Islands . When used in connection with areas under U.S. sovereignty that are not states, the term broadly describes an area that is self-governing under
475-559: The nexus of rail service and river traffic, the creation of several industrial parks, and the growth of Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) (located near Hebron in northeastern Boone County near the Kenton County line) drew many industries into the area. Its geographically central location (within 800 miles [1,300 km] of 80% of the US population) makes it ideal for distribution centers, and those shipping all over
500-547: The northernmost counties. The largest cities in the region are Covington , Florence , and Independence . Historically, Trimble , Mason , and Lewis Counties have also been included in the broader definition of Northern Kentucky. On July 17, 2019, Brent Cooper, a member of the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, called for the Northern Kentucky community to consider reuniting three counties (Boone, Kenton, and Campbell) into one county to better reflect
525-525: The presence of plants indicative of each climatic region; for example, the southern magnolia , and crape myrtle , from the subtropics and the blue spruce , maple , and eastern hemlock from cooler regions are successful landscape plants in and around Northern Kentucky. Some significant moderating variables for the overall climate of Northern Kentucky include the Ohio River, the region's relatively large hills and valleys, and an urban heat influence due to
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#1732764757633550-683: The proximity of the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky metropolitan area. The common wall lizard , introduced from Italy in the 1950s, is an example of fauna in the area that lends a subtropical ambiance to areas near the urban core of Cincinnati. Even though Kentucky as a whole is firmly considered Southern and part of the Upper South. Northern Kentucky is considered to be within the periphery of the Upper South and Midwest . Northern Kentucky contributes many attractions to
575-449: The region's common identity and strengthen its political voice and economic marketability. The area was served by ferry service across the Ohio River until the completion of the John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge (prototype of the famous Brooklyn Bridge ) in 1866. Beginning in the 1970s, many factors combined to create major growth. The proximity to Cincinnati, the completion of I-75 ,
600-612: Was perpetuated in the constitutions of 1790, 1838, 1874, and 1968. One of Pennsylvania's two intermediate appellate courts is called the Commonwealth Court . The name Commonwealth of Virginia dates back to its independence from the Kingdom of Great Britain . Virginia's first constitution (adopted on June 29, 1776) directed that "Commissions and Grants shall run, In the Name of the commonwealth of Virginia, and bear test by
625-404: Was used in all acts and resolves up to 1780 and in the first draft of the constitution. The current name can be traced to the second draft of the state constitution, which was written by John Adams and ratified in 1780. In Massachusetts, the term State is occasionally used in an official manner, usually in a compound structure rather than as a standalone noun. This is evident in the names of
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