Erlanger, Ky. (September 1, 2020) ― The U.S. Department of Transportation announced today that the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) will receive a total of $45M in Airport Improvement Program grants. CVG’s allocation is part of an overall $1.2B in nationwide funding that was announced. The national program, administered through the Federal Aviation Administration, helps to fund airport infrastructure projects such as runways, taxiways, airport signage, airport lighting and airport markings.The $45M allocation includes entitlement and discretionary AIP funding, as well as some CARES Act funds, for runway rehabilitation and associated taxiway projects at CVG.“This $1.2 billion federal investment will improve our nation’s airport infrastructure, enhance safety, and strengthen growth in local communities, which is especially important as the economy recovers from COVID-19,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao in an issued release.“CVG is helping lead Kentucky’s economic comeback, including with its Fly Healthy program. I’m particularly proud that the CARES Act, which was written in my office, continues to deliver federal funding to support the airport’s staff, its travelers and the entire Northern Kentucky region,” said Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY). “Candace and her team have done great work to make CVG a regional driver and an industry leader during this pandemic. I’m grateful to CVG for helping Kentucky climb to new heights, and I’d like to congratulate them on receiving these federal resources.”“As a four-term member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, I’m pleased to announce that the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) has just been awarded $45 million in funding,” said Congressman Thomas Massie (KY-04). “$36.9 million of this award comes from the Airport Improvement Program, which is funded by fees on jet fuel and passenger tickets. This funding will allow CVG to fulfill its critical mission of enabling a thriving regional economy and improving the quality of life of our residents.”“This grant funding is critical to CVG and our airline partners, and we thank the U.S. Department of Transportation and Secretary Elaine Chao for recognizing that essential infrastructure investment ensures the long-term success of CVG and airports across the country,” said Candace McGraw, chief executive officer, CVG. “We are grateful for the support of Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and Congressman Thomas Massie for their advocacy in support of this critical funding. These dollars will enable significant rehabilitation of one of our runways and associated taxiways.”About CVG The Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) has been serving commercial passengers since 1947. CVG welcomed more than 9.1 million passengers in 2019 and has the lowest airfares in the region. Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, CVG was one of the fastest-growing passenger airports in the U.S., with more than 50 nonstop destinations. As the 7th largest cargo airport in North America and home to the Amazon Air Hub and DHL Express Global Superhub, the airport is furthering its position as a leader in aviation and as an economic driver for the community. Learn more at CVGairport.com.

[Link to video from JetStream Music Fest in May 2020](https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FAustinAirport%2Fvideos%2F3102798956449675%2F&data=02%7C01%7Csdeatherage%40cvgairport.com%7Cd2db73b074f34a78262f08d842e934b8%7C6a1858161bcc4c24b4487abfacd1c666%7C0%7C0%7C637332917319403332&sdata=ivQlj%2F6RyXAu%2BlaoYiQfmF%2F0nLRxtgT0vOX7OQzi2kA%3D&reserved=0)Erlanger, KY (August 17, 2020) ― Following the success of the JetStream Music Festival earlier this year, the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) will once again join the lineup on JetStream Summer Fest. This virtual music festival, featuring airports from across the country, will take place at 6:00 p.m. EST on Aug. 19, 2020 (National Aviation Day) via Facebook live.Representing CVG and the Cincinnati region will be Destiny L., a neo-soul and alternative R & B artist. Destiny L.’s style can be described as a new wave of R & B that has been influenced by a variety of genres — from soul and jazz to psychedelic music and contemporary hip-hop. Destiny L. has opened for the likes of Bobby V and Warren G, and recently released her single “SpacexTime,” which is available on all streaming platforms.“The Cincinnati region has a vibrant arts community, and we partner with local organizations to showcase that within the airport to travelers,” said Candace McGraw, chief executive officer of CVG. “We are thankful for this creative, online opportunity to collaborate with airports across the country to highlight local talent.”Celebrating “Live Music at a Safe Distance,” 12 North American airports will join CVG for the free, multi-hour livestreamed event. The stream will feature performances by local musicians representing each participating city, including a special guest: Grammy-award-winning musician, Kenny Loggins. JetStream kicks off at 6:00 p.m. EST on each participating airports’ Facebook Live. Viewers can tip musicians through a virtual tip jar and can join the celebration on social media by using the hashtag #JetStreamFest. The full lineup for the festival will feature: Jackie Venson - Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) Kendal Conrad – Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE) Ayana Sade – Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) Chuck Courtenay – Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport (SAV) Destiny L. & Taifa - Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) Bashiri Asad – Indianapolis International Airport (IND) Monte Skelton - Evansville Regional Airport (EVV) Lucy Michelle - Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) Ribo Ruckus – El Paso International Airport (ELP) Jason Feddy - John Wayne Airport (SNA) Hilo Hi-Flyers – Long Beach Airport (LGB) Champagne Sunday - Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) Kenny Loggins – Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)For more information – including how to view the event – click [here](https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fevents%2F639830550281643%2F&data=02%7C01%7Csdeatherage%40cvgairport.com%7Cd2db73b074f34a78262f08d842e934b8%7C6a1858161bcc4c24b4487abfacd1c666%7C0%7C0%7C637332917319403332&sdata=rU5%2BYC5tqfdJqIMZ1THA1dW3O7IAVtKXnyU5NoeIbzE%3D&reserved=0).

Erlanger, Ky. (August 16, 2020) – The Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) and the Kentucky Career Center are reopening the CVG Career Center – the one-stop shop to receive information about airport job opportunities located at the Terminal baggage claim level ([see map](https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cvgairport.com%2Fterminal%2Fmaps%3FmapId%3D1&data=02%7C01%7Csdeatherage%40cvgairport.com%7C9d1af5612ab0464aea3508d84246c7ad%7C6a1858161bcc4c24b4487abfacd1c666%7C0%7C0%7C637332220103908306&sdata=dgu9X4sUogjmL3Ui0IN9QAOpZxQdEjbV3d88tqWCmdI%3D&reserved=0)).The CVG Career Center closed in March due to COVID-19 and has been operating virtually. Starting August 17, staff will be onsite Monday – Thursday, 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. for on-site tours, interviews, assistance with applications and review of what career pathways exist throughout the airport. Virtual services are still available [here](https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fnkcareercenter.org%2F&data=02%7C01%7Csdeatherage%40cvgairport.com%7C9d1af5612ab0464aea3508d84246c7ad%7C6a1858161bcc4c24b4487abfacd1c666%7C0%7C0%7C637332220103918259&sdata=VUoQ0evJPAJETnAkogAZSFH2Asag6sN3avLLy0Zvk6I%3D&reserved=0).Appointments are required to ensure physical distancing. Visitors must wear facial coverings and temperature will be taken before entering the office space. Interested individuals can call 859-767-6952 to schedule an appointment. They can also view current job listings at the [CVG Job Portal](https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fjobs.cvgairport.com%2F&data=02%7C01%7Csdeatherage%40cvgairport.com%7C9d1af5612ab0464aea3508d84246c7ad%7C6a1858161bcc4c24b4487abfacd1c666%7C0%7C0%7C637332220103918259&sdata=2SaDSoCtQz5OoENDmA4jwWWB717O4LtxhEjsRYTDm%2Bo%3D&reserved=0).The CVG Career Center opened in April 2019 and is one of the two busiest locations in the Kentucky Career Center network. Staff have assisted nearly 1,800 job seekers secure nearly 900 interviews with more than 450 job offers/placements.The CVG Career Center is a product of the CVG Strategic Workforce Collaborative, an initiative bringing airport employers together to share job opportunities and best practices to ensure a strong workforce across the airport campus.About the Kentucky Career Center_The Northern Kentucky Workforce Investment Board (NKWIB) drives the work of the local Kentucky Career Center system to prepare and connect qualified job seekers to the hiring needs of regional employers. For more information, visit:_ [_www.nkcareercenter.org/workforce-investment-board_](https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nkcareercenter.org%2Fworkforce-investment-board&data=02%7C01%7Csdeatherage%40cvgairport.com%7C9d1af5612ab0464aea3508d84246c7ad%7C6a1858161bcc4c24b4487abfacd1c666%7C0%7C0%7C637332220103918259&sdata=kENFn6ke8Jtw2i%2BB0PwAZPnMca2Ji6JW0tJucOOY9Dk%3D&reserved=0)_. The local Kentucky Career Center (KCC) system is Northern Kentucky’s largest, most comprehensive, workforce resource serving job seekers and employers through a collaboration of 13 partner organizations. Kentucky Career Centers are located in Covington, Florence, Carrollton, CVG Airport, and Williamstown. For more information, visit:_ [_www.nkcareercenter.org_](https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nkcareercenter.org%2F&data=02%7C01%7Csdeatherage%40cvgairport.com%7C9d1af5612ab0464aea3508d84246c7ad%7C6a1858161bcc4c24b4487abfacd1c666%7C0%7C0%7C637332220103928215&sdata=iZeyFXSDXiMQzJbDtLpq1O%2FYGqnoGWMtnU2aOzSpLEk%3D&reserved=0)_._

Eagle Radio / Katie McLaughlin / July 30, 2020Are you itching for a vacation, but are a little nervous about what to expect? The Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) has created a resource for travelers to research and plan their trip to feel comfortable and confident before leaving home.The [Fly Healthy section on the CVG website](http://cvgairport.com/flight/tips/flyhealthy) is a great resource for travelers that still have many questions.Travelers can find the following information on the site: Videos demonstrating what enhancements have taken place throughout the airport [Responsibilities](https://cvgairport.com/flight/tips/flyhealthy/traveler-responsibility) of each traveler [Updates](https://cvgairport.com/flight/tips/flyhealthy/airport-updates) related to parking and the security checkpoint What [concessions](https://cvgairport.com/flight/tips/flyhealthy/concessions) are open including days and times Links to important [resources](https://cvgairport.com/flight/tips/flyhealthy/resources) such as airline and state-level travel guidance so travelers can educate themselves about relevant restrictions applicable to their trip [FAQs](http://cvgairport.com/flight/tips/flyhealthy/faqs)[FULL STORY HERE](https://www.eaglecountryonline.com/news/local-news/cvg-wants-travelers-to-know-how-to-fly-healthy-when-theyre-ready/)

New York Times / Lisa Prevost / August 4, 2020_The pandemic has turned cleaning and other mundane building tasks into a challenge, stoking interest in machines as cost-effective solutions._The Neo is a four-foot-tall, 1,000-pound robot floor scrubber. The high-tech machine can cruise large commercial buildings on its own, with no human supervision required.Since its introduction in 2016, Neo’s sales have roughly doubled each year, said Faizan Sheikh, the chief executive and a co-founder of [Avidbots](https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.avidbots.com%2F&data=02%7C01%7Csdeatherage%40cvgairport.com%7Cc7c51173d47347cc0a8708d838b5ebff%7C6a1858161bcc4c24b4487abfacd1c666%7C0%7C0%7C637321701296577174&sdata=HLMZWErGlo4dTOUkzMBBel6B1v57rcHF6EPgKdHFb6E%3D&reserved=0), the Canadian start-up that created the robot. This year, however, demand has shot up 100 percent just since the pandemic-induced shutdown in March. Suddenly, the need for thorough, reliable and frequent cleaning is front and center.“Before, a top executive at a big company would not really have known how their facilities got cleaned,” Mr. Sheikh said. “They would have outsourced it to a facilities management company, who might outsource it out again.”Now, company leaders are showing more interest, asking questions about the cleaning process and schedule, as well as safety and effectiveness. “That can lead to interest in automation,” he said.Indeed, cleaning robots are having a moment in commercial real estate. Their creators are promoting the machines as cost-effective solutions to the cleaning challenges posed by the pandemic. They can be put to frequent use without requiring more paid labor hours, they are always compliant, and some can even provide the data to prove that they have scoured every inch assigned.The autonomous robots available now are primarily for cleaning floors and carpets, but companies are busy developing other cleaning applications. Boston Dynamics, a robotics design company in Waltham, Mass., for example, is in a partnership to develop a disinfecting solution that can be mounted atop its four-legged [Spot robot](https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bostondynamics.com%2Fspot&data=02%7C01%7Csdeatherage%40cvgairport.com%7Cc7c51173d47347cc0a8708d838b5ebff%7C6a1858161bcc4c24b4487abfacd1c666%7C0%7C0%7C637321701296577174&sdata=iVkxvUftGloTh%2BVS85VO0FXJZpyhiCDdVcACdJwWamk%3D&reserved=0), a company spokeswoman said.Robotics are also being used to relieve humans of repetitive back-office tasks like accounting, according to [a 2018 report](https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww2.deloitte.com%2Fglobal%2Fen%2Fpages%2Freal-estate%2Farticles%2Frobotics-real-estate-services.html&data=02%7C01%7Csdeatherage%40cvgairport.com%7Cc7c51173d47347cc0a8708d838b5ebff%7C6a1858161bcc4c24b4487abfacd1c666%7C0%7C0%7C637321701296587129&sdata=C6YV%2BKZXY2xhOXJTAyr9QQmojHEcuJgDcGrTdU9Lvrg%3D&reserved=0) from Deloitte. As more buildings incorporate smart technology, data collection and conversion will become increasingly important.[Somatic](https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetsomatic.com%2F&data=02%7C01%7Csdeatherage%40cvgairport.com%7Cc7c51173d47347cc0a8708d838b5ebff%7C6a1858161bcc4c24b4487abfacd1c666%7C0%7C0%7C637321701296587129&sdata=tl1jY68eeYWzlyxkD9IGsMFTGP3l9Yn3ShgFmiqRlTE%3D&reserved=0), a start-up in New York, is working on a robot that can clean bathrooms using a spray technology, said Michael Levy, the chief executive. Removing a human cleaner from the bathroom makes the area safer because of the reduced risk of spreading germs, Mr. Levy said. And the robot will always do the job exactly as it is programmed to do.“You have to let the chemicals set to do their job, but compliance is tough in the industry,” Mr. Levy said. “If you tell a robot to leave the chemicals for 36 seconds, they leave the chemicals for 36 seconds every single time.”The idea of robotic cleaning is not new. The first attempts were in the 1970s, Mr. Sheikh said, but the technology was not up to the task, and the machines were “extremely cost prohibitive.”The Neo is sophisticated enough to create its own maps of a facility after being walked through it a single time, he said. The customer then works with Avidbots to develop cleaning plans, which may vary depending on the day of the week.“After a human selects a cleaning plan, you press start and walk away,” Mr. Sheikh said. “The robot figures out its own path.”Designed for facilities of at least 80,000 square feet, Neos sell for $50,000, plus $300 a month for software that tracks cleaning performance. At that price, the break-even point for the buyer is 12 to 18 months, Mr. Sheikh said.They can also be rented for $2,500 a month, including maintenance and software, on a minimum three-year contract.Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport deploys its Neo three or four times a day to clean the hundreds of thousands of square feet of tiled floor, said Brian Cobb, the airport’s chief innovation officer.“Neo has the artificial intelligence capability where, as it’s moving along its original path, if it sees something in its way, it will go around it,” Mr. Cobb said. “If the obstacle is there the next day, Neo will incorporate it into its map.”Before Neo’s activation in January, the airport had three workers cleaning floors every night, amounting to an average 24 labor hours per day, Mr. Cobb said. The Neo has taken over a portion of that, though workers are still needed to do heavier floor maintenance, like burnishing and recoating. It also frees cleaning staff to focus on making sure that “high-touch” areas of the airport are cleaned more frequently during the pandemic, he said.SoftBank, the Japanese multinational conglomerate, introduced the [Whiz](https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2F13779usreg20181102.com%2Fus%2Fwhiz&data=02%7C01%7Csdeatherage%40cvgairport.com%7Cc7c51173d47347cc0a8708d838b5ebff%7C6a1858161bcc4c24b4487abfacd1c666%7C0%7C0%7C637321701296597085&sdata=Z4BBsJNJ0Rfl9ChykzxQb048a1R0uNKb7bWRu2tcKLo%3D&reserved=0) autonomous carpet cleaner through its robotics unit in November, said Kass Dawson, the vice president of brand strategy and brand communications at SoftBank Robotics. Already, more than 10,000 compact Whiz robots have been deployed around the globe.They caught the attention of Jeff Tingley, the president of Sparkle Services, a cleaning company in Enfield, Conn., that works in large commercial facilities throughout Connecticut, New Jersey and New York. He said he had long been interested in robotic cleaning but had not found the technology to be advanced enough or cost effective.“Vacuuming is one of the most time-consuming processes in cleaning. With Whiz, you can essentially wipe out 90 percent of the vac time required,” Mr. Tingley said. “You still need humans with backpack vacs for under desks and chairs, but we’ve gained a lot of hours.”[FULL STORY HERE](https://www.nytimes.com/2020/08/04/business/robot-cleaning-coronavirus.html?searchResultPosition=1)

Inside Edition / Deborah Hastings / July 29, 2020A little boy's beloved [stuffed animal](https://www.insideedition.com/headlines/18066-after-boy-7-is-found-selling-his-stuffed-animal-for-food-police-officer-goes-beyond) had quite the adventure after airport employees took to social media to find the dog's master. Staff at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport posted photos of the "lost dog" on its [Twitter](https://twitter.com/CVGairport) page, seeking its owner."We think this guy missed his flight at CVG this morning! We found him hanging out by Starbucks outside of our security checkpoint. Look familiar? Help us share so we can get him home," the airport posted.It received more than 1 million views.Staff posted several other images showing the [toy](https://www.insideedition.com/headlines/24833-animal-shelter-investigates-after-stuffed-toy-is-found-ripped-apart-in-front-of-dogs-kennel) Dalmation, which they nicknamed "Jet," enjoying several exploits, a la "Flat Stanley," as the toy got its own airport ID card, visited an ice cream parlor, went on a tarmac ride and, armed with a boarding pass, was flown home to 6-year-old owner Jaydence Ronco in Florida.“I think our son was half a sleep when he left Masch-Masch (the dog’s real name) at the terminal,” dad Doug Ronco told [The Associated Press.](https://apnews.com/2fbb81c8199e0bf70e8269aba65ca029) “Under normal circumstances, he would never forget him.”Jaydence received the [toy](https://www.insideedition.com/headlines/20971-doctors-perform-surgery-on-boys-stuffed-animal-so-he-feels-less-alone-about-his-own) from a judge on the day his adoption was finalized, Ronco said. "So it's very special to him," the father said.[FULL STORY HERE](https://www.insideedition.com/lost-dog-reunited-with-6-year-old-owner-after-airport-employees-launch-nationwide-search-60964)

WLWT-TV 5 / Alanna Martella / July 24, 2020BOONE COUNTY, Ky. —Nine days. That's how long this stuffed animal dog was on its own little vacation at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport.You may remember seeing this cute fella flooding your Facebook and Twitter feeds. A stuffed spotted dog was left behind at the airport.“We posted on social media and after a few posts, we reached more than 1 million people,” said CVG Spokesperson Mindy Kershner.Airport officials launched a massive effort to return the pup to its owner.Airport personnel gave the stuffed pup the Cincinnati experience, behind the scenes tours of the airport terminal, plane cockpits and of course showed him Cincinnati’s own ice cream.“We introduced him to Graeter's Ice Cream—he's never had that before!" said Kershner.As it turns out, the stuffed animal, named Masch Masch, isn't your average toy.He belongs to 6-year-old Florida resident Jaydence Ronco, who, along with his two brothers, Sully and Corbin, was adopted.[FULL STORY HERE](https://www.wlwt.com/article/6-year-old-boy-reunites-with-beloved-stuffed-dog-left-behind-at-cvg/33417467)