Three NKy non-profits compete for training and money in Fast Pitch 2015
The ballots are in and 20 semi-finalists have been selected for Fast Pitch 2015. Three nonprofits are from Kentucky: Kentucky…
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KCTCS celebrates life and mission of Martin Luther King Jr. with services across the state
The Kentucky Community and Technical College System’s 16 colleges and System Office will observe Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.,…
Money Matters: Don’t follow the herd on investments, stay focused on long-term goals
By Barbara Moran Johnson NKyTribune Financial Columnist There’s a theory on Wall Street that goes something like this: If you…
UPLINK career fair gives startups and students the opportunity to make connections, hire and get hired
Startups want the ambitious and determined: the innovators and the doers. UpTech will host UPLINK – a one-of-a-kind career fair…
Wildcats shake recent doldrums, outmanned Missouri runs into Kentucky buzzsaw
By Ashley Scoby Special to NKyTribune If the prospect of a cheat day awaits you on the weekend, you’ll eat…
Limited number of free radon test kits available at NKy Health Department; radon common in region
Any building can have a high level of radon, so it is important to test your home for radon. Testing…
Commentary: Two pieces of legislation will push Kentucky toward a brighter digital future
By Gary Gerdemann Special to NKy Tribune Two Kentucky legislators took a major bipartisan step this week in securing…
Zack Pangallo, Drew McDonald carry on family tradition at NewCath, top team in 9th region
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter When their families got together over the holidays, Zack Pangallo and Drew McDonald listened…
Newport Central Catholic boys’ basketball team honors ‘Mrs. P,’ fan and supporter for 35 years
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribute sports reporter To honor one of its most loyal fans, the Newport Central Catholic boys’ basketball…
In committee, Sen. Hornback says give back federal poverty money: Some people ‘happy’ poor
By Rae Hodge NKyTribune Frankfort reporter Since the Johnson administration occupied the White House, the Community Service Block Grant has…
Donald Then: If you are looking for a good read with value added, try Rick Robinson’s Alligator Alley
Finding a remarkably good book is joyful. It’s akin to reaching into your pocket and pulling out a twenty you…
Yearling colt tops Wednesday session of Keeneland January sale
A yearling colt by Into Mischief sold for $150,000 on Wednesday to top the third session of the 57th annual…
Sports Notes: Recent moves by UK’s Barnhart prove he’s ‘all in’ with Stoops, rest of football staff
By Glenn Osborne Special to NKyTribune There are a number of signs that show the times they are a-changing for…
Northern Kentucky Sports Hall of Fame announces four new inductees for January
The Northern Kentucky Sports Hall of Fame is set to welcome four new inductees at its monthly meeting on Jan….
Beechwood adopts new goals, mission, confirms commitment to tradition, future student success
Shared by Melanie Stricker, chair of the board of Beechwood Independent School District: You might think that school administrators inside…
Bill Atkins: Kentucky’s coal industry is replete with ‘boom or bust’ history; ‘War on Coal’ is a myth
I was born in Letcher County in Southeast Kentucky, in the old company town of Jenkins on the border with…
Rep. Mike Denham: Economic trend appears to be moving in the right direction for Kentucky
FRANKFORT – While legislative sessions in odd-numbered years are relatively new in Kentucky – the first was held in 2001…
‘Proud Citizen’ a creative leap for Lexington duo; independent film is already racking up awards
By Kristy Robinson Horine Special to NKy Tribune Sometimes, creative ideas are born from glimpses out of the…
Keven Moore on Insurance: With storefront crashes, an ounce of prevention definitely goes a long way
Imagine dining at a local restaurant and just as you are about to take a bite out of that…
Bouquet Restaurant starting wine and dinner series to support local non-profits
Bouquet Restaurant in Covington is launching the Bouquet Charity Wine Dinner Series, a charity dining series to benefit local non-profits….
Constance Alexander: Caring for elderly parent not for faint of heart, but help is a click, phone call away
A daunting situation is succinctly described in an email from a reader in the Lexington area: “I read your article…
Helen Carroll: What will it take to ensure all kids are ready to learn?
By Helen Carroll NKyTribune columnist Recent headlines screamed: “only half of Kentucky’s children are prepared for kindergarten.” So, now what?…