Kentucky Labor Cabinet, U.S. Department of Labor join forces to protect ‘misclassified’ workers
The Kentucky Labor Cabinet has announced a partnership with the U.S. Department of Labor to combat the misclassification of employees…
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Keven Moore: Who let the dogs in? More workplaces now pet-friendly but not without some risk (sorry!)
Over the centuries, dogs have been used as guards, hunters, herders, eyes for the blind, drug and explosive detectors, rodent…
Frost Brown Todd’s Bill Robinson elected to serve on national board of American Inns of Court
William T. (Bill) Robinson III, member-in-charge of the Northern Kentucky offices of Frost Brown Todd LLC, has been elected to…
Bill Straub: Once considered a frontrunner in GOP field, Rand Paul appears to have lost his edge
U.S. Sen. Rand Paul, the man who would be president, appears to have hit the dog days of summer a…
Donald Then: Anecdotes, folklore, bits of wacky insight fill pages of Angelucci’s gardening collection
“Just living is not enough,” said the butterfly, “one must have sunshine, freedom and a little flower.” Hans Christian Andersen wrote…
Kentucky Farm Bureau to host ‘Measure the Candidates’ forum; will be streamed live for public
The Kentucky Farm Bureau Board of Directors will host gubernatorial candidates Jack Conway, (Democrat) and Matt Bevin (Republican) at…
Kentucky by Heart: Compassion plus positive energy plus service equals Dave Wickstrom
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist In talking recently to disabilities advocate Dave Wickstrom, I could see that early in his…
Overdose deaths on the rise again; Campbell, Kenton, Boone among counties with highest rates
Kentucky overdose deaths increased in 2014, according to a report issued today by the Office of Drug Control Policy. What’s…
State’s new ‘Stop HPV’ campaign urges parents to vaccinate their 11-, 12-year-old boys and girls
State officials will launch a statewide “Stop HPV” campaign July 20 to encourage parents to get their children vaccinated against…
Louisville’s Forecastle Festival, with Sam Smith among headliners, ready for 13th year
By Jonathan Coffman NKyTribune intern Sam Smith, My Morning Jacket and Widespread Panic are among the top acts on board…
Governor declares state of emergency to expedite assistance to storm-ravaged counties
Gov. Steve Beshear has declared a state of emergency to allow local officials immediate access to state resources to assist…
The Kentucky Speedway’s spectacular show in spectacular pictures — great race, great fun
NASCAR’s Quaker State 400 Spring cup featuring new aerodynamic rules put racing back into the hands of drivers and created…
Bluegrass & Backroads: Ordinary wood becomes anything but in Tim Hall’s hands
Kentucky is a state defined by its history and noted for a number of things, not the least of which…
Too fat to fight? Generals say too many young adults unfit to serve, blame school junk food
By Melissa Patrick Special to NKyTribune A new report from the Department of Defense found that 73 percent of young…
James Halcomb: Add the always-fun Newport Aquarium to your ‘staycation’ plans this summer
Family vacations can be rough, even when there are just three of you (my wife, our 5-year-old son Quinn and…
Bolstered by a strong June, state’s General Fund receipts rose for fifth straight year
When it comes to Kentucky’s economy, there appears to be good news and … well … more good news. The…
Free Bluegrass and American Roots Music Festival comes to Bellevue Aug. 15
The 2015 “Banger Mayes” Bluegrass and American Roots Music Festival, also known as Mayes Bluegrass Festival, will take place Saturday,…
Kentucky’s $3 billion bourbon industry has a lot in store: 40-year record 5.7m barrels in warehouses
Kentucky’s inventory of aging bourbon barrels set a 40-year high in 2014, with 5.7 million charred oak casks “sleeping” in…
Johnathan Gay: New generation of Kentucky entrepreneurs filling big shoes quite well
A new generation of entrepreneurs is following in the footsteps of well-known Kentuckians such as Col. Harland Sanders and “Papa…
Don Then: Walter Tevis, author with Kentucky ties, creates memorable characters, unforgettable stories
Sometimes I like to take a drive. An easy trip on back roads clears my mind, fosters inspiration, exposes new…
Five town hall meetings, including one in Highland Heights, give public chance to weigh in on higher ed
If you’ve been wanting to join the conversation about higher education in Kentucky, here’s your chance. The Council on Postsecondary…