It’s About Time

The clock that has watched over Newport for more than a century is once again keeping perfect time. Baynum C&I Solutions recently completed a full restoration of the Campbell County Courthouse clock and bell tower, preserving a piece of Northern Kentucky history while modernizing it for the decades ahead.

The project strengthened the tower’s internal structure, replaced deteriorated materials, and brought new life to the clock’s iconic face - a familiar landmark visible from across downtown Newport.

“Our collaboration at the Campbell County Courthouse restored the clock and bell tower, a project long overdue," said Frank Peluso, chairp of the Campbell County Courthouse Commission. "The professionalism and attention to detail from John Andrews and his team [Baynum Solutions] exceeded expectations.”

Project Highlights

• Removed decades of debris and deteriorated flooring to restore safe interior access

• Replaced failing wood with marine-grade decking and permanent bracing

• Installed modern clock mechanisms, acrylic dials, hands, and LED backlighting

• Restored wooden enclosures and cast clock face components to improve appearance and long-term protection

The result is both a restoration and a renewal, blending modern technology with historic preservation to ensure the courthouse clock continues to mark time for generations to come.

“Interior access systems were rebuilt with durable materials, and the clock was fully modernized - from drive mechanisms to LED backlighting — making the tower fully operational and protected for years ahead," added John Andrews, Senior Vice President, Baynum Solutions.