Kentucky by Heart: Kentucky was home to 15 camps during WWII holding 10,000 prisoners of war
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist In last week’s column, I wrote about the significance of Camp Nelson, located in Jessamine…
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Our Rich History: Region has always been a drag — Female impersonation in 19th, early 20th Centuries
By Jacob Hogue Special to NKyTribune The debates currently being waged over drag performances have reached legislatures in every corner…
The River: ‘Geetars and mouth harps’ were part of the river journey, and then there was also John Hartford
The riverboat captain is a storyteller, and Captain Don Sanders shares the stories of his long association with the river…
City of Florence to celebrate Independence Day July 3 with event, fireworks display at Government Center
The City of Florence will celebrate Independence Day at the Florence Government Center, located at 8100 Ewing Blvd. on Monday,…
Regional Chamber estimates potential economic impact of Taylor Swift concerts could reach $92M
The Cincinnati Regional Chamber’s Center for Research and Data and Visit Cincy announced the potential overall economic impact of Taylor…
Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels awards grant to Easterseals Redwood to support training program
Easterseals Redwood (ESRW) has announced a grant from the Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels (HOKC) in the amount of $5,517…
Mike Tussey: McGruff the Crime Dog says it’s time to take a bite out of crime
Choosing Law Enforcement for a career demands you understand and accept the challenges, danger, stress and criticism. Many over the…
Kentucky by Heart: Camp Nelson National Monument offers awe-inspiring look back at America’s Civil War
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist A drive down Highway 27 just south of Nicholasville and approaching Camp Nelson National Monument…
Our Rich History: Enhancing men’s basketball coach Charles Wolf’s legacy — Staverman, Tieman, Weyer
By Raymond Hebert Thomas More University This is one of an occasional series on the sports figures who distinguished themselves…
The River: Lead us not into temptation and other concerns aboard busy riverboat gaming casinos
The riverboat captain is a storyteller, and Captain Don Sanders shares the stories of his long association with the river…
Bluegrass Wildlife: Give box turtles a break; as a steward of the planet, help every living creature
By Howard Whiteman Special to NKyTribune As I popped over the hill in my truck, maybe driving just a bit…
Kenton County libraries’ Dave Schroeder awarded Pioneer Award from Kenton Fiscal Court
At this week’s Fiscal Court meeting, Dave Schroeder, director of Kenton County Public Libraries, was presented with a 2023 Pioneer…
Kenton County Historical Society, Highland Cemetery to dedicate new monument at mass grave Saturday
The Kenton County Historical Society has announced the placement of a monument at the site of a mass grave at…
Mike Tussey: Happy Flag Day today as we salute Old Glory
Across the USA we take the time to celebrate the symbol of our nation’s history and freedom. We celebrate our…
Kentucky by Heart: Celebrate your love of Kentucky with some little actions that make a big difference
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist If you have a deep love for the Commonwealth of Kentucky — and I suspect…
Our Rich History: VMC/TMC/TMU athletes who made a difference, 1921-2021 — Rick Hughes
(This is part of an occasional series on athletes who made a difference at Villa Madonna Academy/Thomas More College/Thomas More…
The River: How a riverman almost had a gig in the TV production industry — and first met George Clooney
The riverboat captain is a storyteller, and Captain Don Sanders will be sharing the stories of his long association with…
For Family By Family, City of Florence team up for first Juneteenth Celebration on June 19th
For Family by Family LLC (FFBF) and the City of Florence will present a first Florence Juneteenth Event, Monday June 19, from…
Juneteenth flag flying all month long in Covington’s Randolph Park celebrating June 19 emancipation day
By Andy Furman NKyTribune reporter Juneteenth is Monday, June 19th. In Covington, Juneteenth is a month-long celebration. Thanks to Phyllis…
Inaugural Girl Scout 500 registration now open — get those valve cars revved up for June 17
Rev up your engines, girls — and get those valve cars ready! For over 100 years, Girl Scouts of Kentucky’s…
Mike Tussey: Lifetime friends become lifetime memories and lifetime treasures
One of the greatest blessings you can have is that of lifetime friends. If you’re lucky, you have one, or…
Kentucky by Heart: We have state symbols, but there is always room for change; Kyians share their ideas
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune Columnist Most anyone who has been a student in my elementary classroom knows that I teach…