Visit to Philly for Papal Mass, frustrating, exhausting, emotional and uplifting for Boone County family
Adam and Annette Howard of Union, and two of their five children attended Mass celebrated by Pope Francis in Philadelphia…
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Over-prescription of pain killers is solvable, but solutions aren’t ‘sexy,’ chronic pain is rampant
By Melissa Patrick Special to KyForward The director of the National Institute on Drug Abuse, Dr. Nora Volkow, told a…
NKU alum, an award-winning designer at IBM, will deliver public lecture as part of Design Week
Northern Kentucky University will host Oen Michael Hammonds, an NKU alumnus and lead facilitator and advisory designer at IBM, on…
Ten Northern Kentuckians among those honored as heroes, inducted into state Veterans’ Hall of Fame
Ten Northern Kentuckians were among 25 new heroes honored by the Kentucky Veterans’ Hall of Fame in ceremonies at the…
Ag Commissioner Comer says Kentucky will be the epicenter of industrial hemp production
Industrial hemp will cover tens of thousands of acres and generate thousands of jobs in Kentucky in the near future,…
Young Ryle boys’ golf team earns trip to state tournament by winning Region 7 championship
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter When the Ryle Raiders finished third overall in the Northern Kentucky Athletic Conference boys’…
Chamber offering flu shots for employees of local businesses; part of emphasis on health and wellness
In October, the Northern Kentucky Chamber has organized two days for employees from local companies to get ahead of flu…
‘Deeper, better’ Kentucky football team turning the corner, winning close encounters in first four games
By Keith Taylor Special to NKyTribune Close games haven’t always been in Kentucky’s favor. Things have taken a turn this…
Veterans Affairs gave away 1,200 gun locks to law enforcement agencies, aimed at preventing suicides
During Suicide Prevention Month in September, the Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs (KDVA) gave away more than 1,200 gun locks…
Project Graduate Week is underway in Kentucky, encourages adult learners to finish college degrees
Help is on the way for adults interested in finishing associate or bachelor’s degrees. All public campuses will waive application…
Tom Block: Congressional Republicans face another conundrum – how to govern with deep divisions
The resignation of House Republican Speaker John Boehner is the most recent example of the conundrum facing Congressional Republicans –…
Kentucky Fallen Firefighters to be remembered at Frankfort Memorial; two names to be added to wall
The 15th annual Fallen Firefighters Memorial service will honor and remember Kentucky firefighters who have given their lives in the…
NKU Sports Notebook: Norse’s Julian surpasses 1,000 kills; women’s soccer shuts out UIC
Jayden Julian became the 17th player in Norse history to reach 1,000 kills with 11 kills on the day as…
CPA Q&A: Opening a new business — about start-up expenses, setting your salary, and more
By Shannon VonEye, CPA The VonLehman Company Q: How Are My Start-Up Expenses Deducted? A: Individuals starting a new business…
Cards finally break into win column, but major questions still remain to be answered
By Russ Brown Special to NKyTribune LOUISVILLE — After starting 0-3 for the first time since 1984, the University of…
Constance Alexander: Pink is for girls, blue is for boys … or is it? The gender discussion continues
After a day of too many deadlines and not enough coffee, I was tempted to skip a campus event intriguingly…
Brent and Lisa Cooper keep a pace that sets them apart, balancing family, work and service
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor When Brent and Lisa Cooper met at the University Kentucky in 1990, he was…
Governor and First Lady set example by getting flu vaccination — and encourage others to do the same
As flu season approaches, Governor Steve Beshear and First Lady Jane Beshear are encouraging others to protect themselves by getting…
CDC Report: One in 10 pregnant women in the U.S. reports alcohol use; ‘no known safe level of use’
One in 10 (10.2 percent) pregnant women in the United States ages 18 to 44 years reports drinking alcohol in…
‘Step Up’ challenge has seven participating companies in friendly, healthy competition for United Way
Seven Greater Cincinnati companies have pledged $10,000 a piece to compete in a walking challenge to benefit United Way’s Collective…
Our Rich History: The Catholic Worker movement, Cincinnati and Pat Flannery — and Pope’s inspiration
First in a series by Paul A. Tenkotte Special to the NKyTribune On Thursday, September 24, last week, Pope Francis…
NewCath wins second All “A” Classic girls’ soccer championship in dramatic fashion
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter The Newport Central Catholic girls’ soccer team won the Kentucky All “A” Classic small-school…