Silas House: Remembering Jean Ritchie, an American treasure, Appalachian hero
Jean Ritchie, a beloved Appalachian and “The Mother of Folk,” passed away on June 1. She was a dear friend…
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Taste of Newport June 7 showcases finest ‘tastes’ in and around the city; join the fun Sunday
The third annual “Taste of Newport” event is Sunday, June 7, rain or shine from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m….
Nature center offers 27 camps for kids this summer: Reptile Roundup, Fossil Hunters, Creek Week, more
Kids, sunshine, butterflies, camp songs… and snakes. It’s back to camp next week at Cincinnati Nature Center. At Rowe Woods…
Commentary: Preserving historic places enhances communities, strengthens economy
By Craig A. Potts Special to NKyTribune It’s time to catch our breath after a busy month of heritage-based events…
Most insured through Kynect will pay more in 2016, but more choices will be available
By Molly Burchett Special to NKyTribune The federal health law requires that insurers planning to significantly increase premiums for policies…
Chamber to host Google ‘Let’s Put Our Cities on the Map’ workshop to help businesses
The NKY Chamber is helping small businesses grow their presence online with a “Let’s Put Our Cities on the Map”…
Lawmakers hear that proposed EPA rule would likely increase electricity rates
With stringent U.S. Environmental Protection Agency greenhouse gas regulations looming, a state legislative committee heard that Kentucky electricity rates would…
Tobacco oversight panel looks at county agricultural investment, over $1.69M in May
New county agricultural cost share dollars are being rolled out across Kentucky, with over $1.69 million approved last month for…
Don Then: Put these books on your summer reading list – The Poisonwood Bible, Death by Derby, more
Ah, summer nears and, most likely, you have vacation plans. Perhaps, it’s the beach or the mountains or maybe leisurely…
Bill Straub: Paul represents new breed that seems to take cues from Sherman’s March
Well, it’s a good thing U.S. Sen. Rand Paul didn’t move to the District of Columbia with the intention of…
Kentucky automotive industry contributes $14 billion to state’s economy, study shows
Kentucky’s automotive industry contributes $14.3 billion to the state’s economy – roughly $1 out of every $13 – and contributes…
Liane Crossley: American Pharoah to face seven challengers in final leg of Triple Crown
American Pharoah became the third horse in four years with a chance at the Triple Crown when he scored a…
Kentucky-based filmmakers benefit from recent bill, meet-and-greet set for June 4
A bill signed into law May 8 by Gov. Steve Beshear will give generous tax benefits to Kentucky-based filmmakers. Sponsored…
Silver Shovel award is more good news for Kentucky’s economy, Beshear says
“Kentucky’s economy is on a roll.” So said Gov. Steve Beshear today when he announced that a leading economic development…
TELL Kentucky Survey shows improved school working conditions since 2013
Overall, Kentucky educators are more positive about teaching and learning conditions in their schools than they were in 2013 according…
Feeling exhausted and not sure why? Ask your health-care provider to check your vitamin B12
From Kentucky Health News Some doctors are adding a vitamin B check to their standard “baseline” workup, especially vitamin B12,…
College-going conference offers resources to assist students and parents June 19 – 20
Registration is open for the 28th Annual Academically Proficient High School Junior and Senior Diversity Conference set June 19-20 at…
Paul Long: Hitting the pavement runs in the family; members of NKU’s first family have shared passion
Consider the first family of Northern Kentucky University. Intelligent and highly educated — or well on their way. Well-travelled. Community-…
Deadline for Kentucky College Application Month approaching, register by June 30
The deadline to register for Kentucky College Application Month is June 30. The event will be held in November. It…
NKY Consensus Committee calls for capital-intensive projects, ideas for 2016 legislative budget session
Every other year, the Northern Kentucky Consensus Committee solicits input to identify and prioritize capital construction projects for the Northern…