Highland Heights, city in Campbell County, Kentucky, United States of America
Highland Heights is a city in the United States located in Campbell County in northern Kentucky. It spans about 2.5 square miles with residential neighborhoods, local shops, parks, and a university campus.
The area was called the Highlands in the 19th century and officially established as a district in 1867. Highland Heights became a city in 1927, and Northern Kentucky University moved to a larger campus here in the early 1970s, shaping the city's growth.
The name Highland Heights has been used since the 19th century, when people called the area the Highlands. Today the city shows its community spirit through local events and gatherings where neighbors meet at parks and public spaces.
The city sits near the Ohio border about 7 miles from Cincinnati, making it easy to drive to larger cities nearby. The streets are mostly quiet and well-maintained, with parks and walking paths throughout the neighborhood.
Northern Kentucky University has shaped the city since the early 1970s and continues to draw students and businesses. A Fortune 500 company, General Cable, established its headquarters here in 1992, bringing jobs and economic activity to the area.
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