Florence, KY news on Tuesday, October 13, 2026

In Florence, KY on Tuesday, October 13, 2026: I-75 SB near Florence Mall: one lane reopens after semi fire. Also: Update: Interstate 71/75 was shut down at Mall Road in Florence; Southbound I-71/75 in Northern Kentucky was closed for an extended period due to a semi fire. Weather: Sunny and dry today, with highs of 68–82°F and light winds up to 11 mph.

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Headlines

One lane has reopened on southbound I-75 in Florence after a semi-truck fire.WLWT

Traffic & transport

Update: Interstate 71/75 was shut down at Mall Road in Florence.Eagle Country 99.3
Southbound I-71/75 in Northern Kentucky was closed for an extended period due to a semi fire.FOX19 | Cincinnati

Food & drink

The Love Your Neighbor food drive aims to fill weekend meal gaps for local students.WKRC

Business & new openings

Publix has opened a new store in Florence.LINK nky

Housing & real estate

Fischer Homes wants to expand its Ballyshannon development by 687 units.LINK nky · Around

Schools & kids

The Boone County school board voted down a proposal to redistrict up to 500 students.LINK nky · Around

Sports

Dixie Heights JV football plays Boone County; the headline gives no date.MaxPreps

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