NewsMakers ’26: John Cain wears many hats, has touched lives of countless Northern Kentuckians
(Editor’s note: This is the first of six stories honoring the NKyTribune’s ’26 NewsMakers of the year.) By Laura Kroger…
Our Rich History: Treadle and Triumph — Kentucky’s first female dentist, Dr. Luck Montz
By Malachi Chavez Special to NKyTribune In the early 1870s, many students at Covington’s elementary school on Scott Street knew…
Opinion – Jane Herms: What happens next? Family Nurturing Center’s ‘Nurturing Hope’ campaign needs you
A building cannot heal a child. But what happens inside one can change the course of a child’s life. Later…
The New Old Age: Three common drugs older adults might be overusing — old habits are hard to beat
By Paula Span KFF Health News The scenario often unfolds like this: Medical researchers investigate a frequently used drug and…
City of Covington employee Walt Mace transitions to new role as director of neighborhood services
After 12 years of serving the City of Covington, Walt Mace is stepping into a new leadership role as the…
AG Russell Coleman joins in effort to protect consumer from illegal robocalls
Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman announced the latest in his continuing effort to protect Kentuckians from illegal and bothersome robocalls. Coleman…
Kentucky makes Associated Press top 25 following back-to-back wins over Texas A&M, South Alabama
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today For the first time this season, Kentucky is ranked in the Associated Press Top 25…
The River: In the absence of a true ‘boatman’s bethel’, technology keeps old river rats in the know
The riverboat captain is a storyteller. Captain Don Sanders shares the stories of his long association with the river —…
Covington to launch pedestrian-friendly ‘Entertainment Destination Center ‘during Oct. 8-11 BLINK festival
Covington will launch an Entertainment Destination Center during BLINK 2026, creating a pedestrian-friendly environment where visitors can experience the festival…
Memoir of University of Kentucky, NBA basketball legend Dan Issel to be released next month
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The University Press of Kentucky has published “Dan Issel: From Kentucky Wildcat to NBA Legend,”…
Keeneland’s September Yearling sale concludes with a record-setting market
Keeneland’s 2026 September Yearling Sale concluded Saturday after 12 sessions that produced a record-setting market, surpassing the auction’s previous worldwide…
Government briefs: Roundup of news from Edgewood, Kenton County, Boone County this week
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter EDGEWOOD Two residents, Jake Roneker and Linda Dault came to the regular council meeting…
Planning travel over the holidays? Now is the time to secure flights, hotels and rental cars
With Thanksgiving only two months away and the end-of-year holiday season quickly approaching, AAA is urging travelers to lock in…
New crash data analysis shows improper use of safety, booster seats putting children at risk as they age
A new AAA analysis of nationwide crash data shows children are moving out of child safety seats and booster seats…
Joe Heller: Cartoonist on news — Press bans, autumn, old Congress, Don’t Tread on Me
Joe Heller was the editorial cartoonist for the Green Bay Press-Gazette in Green Bay, Wis., from 1985 until being laid…
Highly ranked team needs second half scoring binge to get past St. Henry in All “A” Classic semifinals
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter Kentucky Country Day, one of the top boys soccer teams in the state, needed…
Reliable senior running back sparks Cooper’s second-half comeback in 22-21 district win over Conner
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter After his team fell behind, 21-6, in the third quarter, senior running back Corey…
Dixie Heights maintains momentum with second consecutive victory in district game against Scott
By Ben Miller NKyTribune sports reporter Just a week after getting their first win of the 2026 football season, the…
Bethlehem knocks off St. Henry, 3-0, in semifinals of All “A” Classic girls soccer state tournament
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter St. Henry lost to five-time champion Bardstown Bethlehem, 3-0, in the semifinal round of…
Big Bone Lick to host annual Salt Festival October 16-18; tickets now available for purchase online
Big Bone Lick State Historic Site in Boone County invites visitors to take a glimpse into the past during the…
Keven Moore: Back injuries can be debilitating, the course of treatment also comes with serious risk
Dan and I met as teenagers working at McDonald’s like many of us did in the early 80’s. On paper,…
Kentucky League of Cities presents leadership award to Ft. Mitchell Mayor Greg Pohlgeers
Fort Mitchell Mayor Greg Pohlgeers received the 2026 Mayor Ann C. Deatherage Leadership Enrichment and Development (LEAD) Award Friday at…