One finalist drops out, the other – Stephen Pruitt – likely next education commissioner, board says
After one of the two finalists dropped out of consideration yesterday, the Kentucky Board of Education said the other candidate…
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Daily Yonder: Slow-rate rendezvous? What the Ashley Madison data leak reveals about rural America
The only Zip codes in America that didn’t have accounts for that “have-an-affair” website are rural. Unfortunately, that probably…
Michelle McMullen named director of NKU Director of Alumni Programs and Councils
Northern Kentucky University announced the promotion of Michelle McMullen to Director of Alumni Programs and Councils. She will manage the…
Kentucky Afield Outdoors: Increasing numbers in state deer herd seen as ‘new norm’
By Kevin Kelly Special to NKyTribune Kentucky receives national acclaim for the quality of its deer herd, and the numbers…
SmartHealthToday: September is AFIB (Atrial Fibrillation Awareness) Month; what it is, what to do
By Dianne Gebhardt-French SmartHealthToday September is Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month and we’ll be sharing a related story each week throughout…
Kentucky receives nearly $1m a year for next four years to combat prescription drug abuse, heroin
The Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has announced that the Kentucky Injury Prevention and Research…
Friday Football Roundup: Stringer scores four touchdowns in Beechwood win; Cooper, Ludlow blanked by downstate opponents
The NKyTribune will be offering focused coverage of NKY high school football throughout the season, thanks to support from St. Elizabeth…
UK reaches out to other Kentucky schools to share expertise on campus safety, assault issues
Earlier this week, University of Kentucky officials unveiled preliminary data from the campus-wide Campus Attitudes Toward Safety (CATS) student survey….
The holiday weekend: Plan ahead if you are going to Riverfest or the fireworks; some traffic info
Staff Report More than a quarter million people are expected on the Riverfront this weekend to enjoy Riverfest, the area’s…
As heroin problem spreads, focus is on treatment, community efforts; Needle exchanges? Not so much
By Melissa Patrick Special to NKyTribune Heroin is a growing concern for many Kentucky communities, with much of the discussion…
Study finds teens who use e-cigarettes are more than twice as likely to start smoking tobacco products
Teens who use electronic cigarettes may be more than twice as likely to start smoking tobacco than those who have…
Zayat says American Pharoah deserves shot at Breeders’ Cup, may train at Churchill Downs
With the belief that American Pharoah “deserves the chance to be in the sport’s premier year-end event,” his owner and…
Education commissioner finalists – Koch and Pruitt – have some Kentucky ties; both started in classroom
By Brad Hughes Special to NKyTribune While neither of the two remaining candidates to become the state’s sixth commissioner of…
Billy Reed: Predictions include bowls for UK, Cards, but Toppers might be most interesting to watch
I must begin my 2015 college football predictions with the safest bet of all: My alma mater will go unbeaten,…
Beshear: Bunning’s decision in Kim Davis case ‘speaks for itself’; future is between her and courts
Gov. Steve Beshear released the following statement after U.S. District Judge David Bunning ordered Rowan County Clerk Kim Davis held…
Freedom capture sixth straight series, hit the road holding edge for final playoff spot
The Florence Freedom (48-45) defeated the Windy City ThunderBolts (40-53) 3-1 Thursday night behind yet another outstanding performance by pitcher…
‘The Prince of Jockeys’ exhibit at the Lyric Theatre celebrates life, career of Isaac Murphy
To coincide with the Breeders’ Cup Oct. 30-21 in Lexington, as well as its own five-year anniversary celebration, the Lyric…
Northern Kentucky breweries contribute to region’s growing craft beer business
By Caitlin Koenig Special to NKyTribune from NKY Thrives The craft beer business is booming across Greater Cincinnati, with about…
Fans also feel the heat at Florence Freedom celebrity Roast of Pete Rose, the ‘Hustler,’ Thursday
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor Pete Rose wasn’t the only person getting roasted at UC Health Stadium Thursday night….
NKU Sports Notebook: Norse women put four-game streak on the line; men’s soccer on the road
Northern Kentucky University’s women’s soccer team looks to extend its four-game win streak on Friday, Sept. 4 when it plays…
Keith Taylor: Stoops wants Kentucky to make lasting impression in ‘new’ Commonwealth Stadium debut
By Keith Taylor Special to NKyTribune When Mark Stoops arrived more than three years ago, he was more interested in…
Prep Sports Notebook: NewCath basketball player accepts college scholarship offer
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter Ben Weyer, one of the leading scorers and rebounders in 9th Region boys’ basketball…