Our Rich History: Frankfort, Kentucky — a German place name?
By Don Heinrich Tolzmann Special to NKyTribune Wikipedia is often criticized for its inaccuracy, so when I found the following…
Finding his roots, John Taylor releases ‘Back to My Old Kentucky Home’ in time for Derby
By Andy Furman NKyTribune reporter Today, his connection to the Bluegrass is a song. In the future, John Taylor may…
CPE board limits tuition, fees for students through 2027 to 5.7% over the two-year period
At its April meeting, the Council on Postsecondary Education board approved a recommendation to limit increases in undergraduate tuition and…
Tariffs loom; Kentucky relies on trade more than any other state, says new study
By Jamie Leuke Editor, The Kentucky Lantern Kentucky’s economy is the nation’s most reliant on global trade, according to a…
Boone County Fiscal Court asks for public input to shape the future of transportation
Staff report The Boone County Fiscal Court is asking citizens to help shape the future of Boone County’s transportation. Fiscal…
Ground broken on state’s first medical cannabis business, Centaurus Farms in Monticello
Kentucky Today Ground has been broken on the first medical cannabis business in the state, Centaurus Farms in Monticello, which…
Kenton County Mayors hear about new Fire Training Center project, still in planning stages
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Kenton County Mayors met Saturday at Liberty Hall in Edgewood. Guest speakers were Fire…
Spring is busy time for wildlife, but young wildlife should be left alone; here are tips
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today With spring in full swing, more people are encountering young wildlife as they venture outdoors,…
FEMA extends individual assistance deadline for homeowners, renters in Kentucky
Kentucky homeowners and renters who suffered uninsured or underinsured damage to their property from the February Severe Storms, Flooding and…
Opinion – Judy Harris: Happy, happy Easter — He is risen!
“Alleluia, Christ is risen!” “The Lord is risen indeed! Alleluia!” Easter Acclamation and response. Happy, happy Easter to each of…
Malachi and the pedal tractor — a story that says it all about the heart of R.C. Durr
By Judy Clabes NKyTribune editor The release of the book, R.C. Durr, The Man and The Legacy, invigorated memories of…
The River: Following inspection, DELTA QUEEN kicks off 1971 season shoving north to Cincinnati
The riverboat captain is a storyteller. Captain Don Sanders shares the stories of his long association with the river —…
Point/Arc was the perfect place to film a movie for the Easterseals Disability Film Challenge
By Andy Furman Point/Arc It seemed like the perfect place to film a movie – for Katie Scarlett and Becca…
NKU’s Dr. Brian Hackett gives lesson in history, focused on Newport Barracks
By Andy Furman NKyTribune reporter It was billed as a lesson in our history – Northern Kentucky, to be exact….
Duke Energy celebrates National Lineworker Appreciation Day, pays tribute to those who keep us ‘powered’
Staff report Duke Energy held its 2025 National Lineworker Appreciation Day over the weekend, paying tribute to the dedicated men…
Government briefs: Roundup of news from Fort Mitchell, Lakeside Park, Park Hills, Florence
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Fort MITCHELL Fort Mitchell city council approved the dissolution of the Ft Mitchell Economic…
Holmes High School student Kylee Butrick named GEAR UP Kentucky Student of the Year
Holmes High School student Kylee Butrick was in the spotlight at the 2025 GEAR UP Kentucky Institute for a College-Going…
Kentucky Realtors announces additional $100k in flood relief funding
Due to continued severe weather and flooding, Kentucky REALTORS® announced an additional $100,000 in flood relief funding. Kentuckians who have…
Healthy Headlines: Dreaming of healthy heart? Start with getting quality sleep every night
St. Elizabeth Healthcare Getting enough quality sleep each night is good for your whole body – including making sure your…
Kentucky Supreme Court: First Black woman justice sworn in; Chief Justice Lambert takes public oath
First Black woman justice By Sarah Ladd Kentucky Lantern Kentucky Supreme Court Justice Pamela Goodwine — the first Black woman…
CovCath’s Will Sheets donates Player of the Year grant to Matthew Mangine ‘One Shot’ Foundation
The Matthew Mangine Jr. “One Shot” Foundation has announced Will Sheets, the 2024-25 Gatorade Kentucky Boys Cross Country Player of…