Capitol Notes: And they’re off! First week of 2015 legislative session saw introduction of 200 bills
Legislative Research Commission Though regular sessions of the Kentucky General Assembly are yearly events, in many ways each one signals…
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Foot Health: When dealing with extreme cold, don’t forget to protect feet against dangerous frostbite
By Dr. Sarah Voelkel KyForward columnist My toes are freezing! With the frigid temperatures we’re dealing with, I find it…
‘Right-to-Work Act’ passes state Senate after debate; bill now heads to House for consideration
The state Senate has passed a bill – dubbed the Kentucky Right-to-Work Act – to allow people to work at…
Kentucky Senate unanimously approves bill to address state’s exploding heroin epidemic
Saying they’ve heard the call to fix Kentucky’s exploding heroin epidemic, state Senate members passed a bill without opposition that…
Northern Kentucky University earns 2015 renewal of Carnegie Community Engagement Classification
The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching has selected Northern Kentucky University to receive its 2015 Community Engagement Classification….
English jockeys Gilligan, Doyle now living American dream; pair ranked among top riders at Turfway Park
By Liane Crossley KyForward correspondent As an aspiring jockey on his first visit to Kentucky, Englishman Jack Gilligan quickly realized…
Judy Clabes: Flat Stanley among things I wouldn’t have known without grandchildren
For more reasons than any grandparent could name, we are grateful for our grandchildren, the proof that unconditional love is…
Log cabin with Wi-Fi? NKU students give 1850s cabin a new high-tech twist
Atop a hill near a busy entrance to the Northern Kentucky University campus stands an 1850s log cabin given to…
Northern Kentucky Education Council adds nine new members to its board
The Northern Kentucky Education Council has appointed nine new members to its board of directors. The move is intended to…
It’s the close community environment that drew sophomore Olivia Adkins to Northern
By Tom Ramstetter Special to KyForward Olivia Adkins saw something special at Northern Kentucky University. “You really feel like a…
Kenton County Public Library ‘stacks up’ with Southeast’s best, says Journal
For the second year in a row, the Kenton County Public Library has received four stars out of five and…
Two of three Ashland 2015 Teachers of the Year are from Northern Kentucky schools
The Kentucky middle school and high school teachers of the year are Northern Kentuckians. Faye Smith, a mathematics teacher at…
CVG makes Thanks Again mileage rewards better with new shopping, dining perks
The Greater Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport has enhanced its Thanks Again mileage rewards program. In addition to earning airline miles…
Rep. Mike Denham: Diverse manufacturing profile means Kentucky has loads to offer
In recent days, the state’s Cabinet for Economic Development has been highlighting an industry that can be summed up in…
Everyday Heroes: Teacher Della Jones’ dedication, diligence left lasting legacy
This story is reprinted from Steve Flairty’s 2008 book, Kentucky’s Everyday Heroes. Della Jones died in 2009 at age 106….
Ritte’s East in Latonia accepted by National Parks as listing on national historic register
Efforts to stabilize the housing market in Latonia continue to gain momentum with the successful nomination of the Ritte’s East…
Kentucky boasts 31 companies on Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private firms in 2014
Kentucky has 31 companies that made the 2014 Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America with Florence-based…
One-third of people with early heart attack ‘don’t make it’ to hospital; know the signs
By Shelly Whitehead Special to KyForward Jerry Sigl is a likable fellow with a quick, self-effacing sense of humor. And,…
Historic books and materials from Children’s Home find own home at Kenton Co. library
For decades, a collection of books and other historical records dating back to the late 19th century and early 20th…
Belterra Park’s inaugural season honors past, keeps focus on the future as hybrid ‘racino’
By Liane Crossley KyForward correspondent In some ways, nothing has changed at Cincinnati’s Thoroughbred racetrack. In other ways, everything has…
Judy Clabes: Ky. native Bill Sanders, olive oil ‘evangelist,’ builds First Fresh label on quality
At first glance you might think Bill Sanders just couldn’t figure out what he wanted to be when he grew…
Judy Clabes: Kevin Murphy survives cancer he didn’t have, bares soul to help victims
By all appearances, Kevin Murphy is the consummate tough guy. From a family of New York City union truck drivers…