By Judy Clabes

NKyTribune editor

The longest-serving sheriff in Kenton County history, Charles ‘Chuck’ Korzenborn has announced that he will be stepping aside at the end of this year.

Korzenborn’s term does not end until the end of 2026. The Kenton County Judge-Executive Kris Knockelmann has 30 days from the date of Korzenborn’s retirement to appoint an interim sheriff but doesn’t play to take that long.

Knockelmann said he has spoken to Korzenborn, understands his plans, and will announce the interim appointment to the sheriff’s office by the end of December.

“Chuck Korzenborn has served his community so long with high integrity with the best interests of his community always first. What an amazing career and an amazing human being,” said Knockelmann. And, he added, “what stories he

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