Opinion – John Schickel: Let us all join in celebrating the past, present and bright future of Boone County
I have a unique perspective as we celebrate Boone County’s 225th anniversary. As the county’s longest-serving official, I am especially…
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Covington kicks off NKY Pride 2024 with full slate of events planned throughout the weekend
Once a small festival in MainStrasse Village, NKY Pride celebrates its 15th anniversary this week – aka the “crystal” anniversary…
Art Lander’s Outdoors: The summer tanager is a secretive songbird that dwells in the treetops
The summer tanager (Piranga rubra) is a secretive songbird of the treetops. It was first described in the scientific literature…
Covington Academy of Heritage Trades receives preservation award from Kentucky Heritage Council
For the second time in less than two weeks, the Covington Academy of Heritage Trades has been recognized by experts…
Understanding the risks and importance of urgency if you or someone you know suffers a stroke
By Dr. Larry Goldstein University of Kentucky As May comes to a close and we wrap up stroke awareness month,…
Green Umbrella, Groundwork ORV to host Climate Safe Neighborhoods workshop in Covington June 4
Groundwork Ohio River Valley (Groundwork ORV) and Green Umbrella have announced plans for Northern Kentucky’s first Climate Safe Neighborhoods Campaign…
Prichard Committee awards 29 KY schools, early care centers Family Friendly Schools Certification
The Prichard Committee for Academic Excellence has awarded 29 Kentucky schools and early care centers with a Family Friendly Schools…
Kentucky education activists form campaign against November ballot amendment funding private schools
By Mark Richardson Public News Service A coalition of public education advocates has formed to oppose Amendment 2 on the…
Sanitation District No. 1 approves reduction in stormwater fee, freezes sewer connection fees
During their annual meeting at Sanitation District No. 1 (SD1), the judges/executive of Boone, Campbell and Kenton Counties voted on…
Kentucky one of five states chosen to participate in yearlong cohort to support student mental health
Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman on Tuesday announced Kentucky is among six states selected to participate in a yearlong cohort to…
Survey finds 70 percent of parents are now more concerned about their child’s mental health
By Nadia Ramlagan Public News Service Across the nation, 70% of parents say they’re now more concerned about their child’s…
OPINION – 2024 Primary election proves encouraging for conservatives who campaigned the right way
By Richard Nelson and Cole Cuzick Special to NKyTribune Kentucky’s state legislative races took center stage in Tuesday’s primary, even…
What’s next for Kentucky’s Liberty Republicans after strong showing in last week’s primary election?
By McKenna Horsley Kentucky Lantern Liberty Republicans see good signs for their movement in Kentucky after most of their incumbents…
KY gets a ‘D’ grade on second annual report card on maternal mental health, a bit below national average
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News Kentucky received a D grade on the second annual report from the Policy Center…
Kentucky by Heart: Day trips around Kentucky offer plenty of ‘muse-worthy’ material for any writer
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist I’ll often sit deep in thought at the keyboard, focusing on what I’m writing at…
Our Rich History: Harriet ‘Hattie’ Clark Clary Watkins embodied the spirit of the women who built America
By Paul A. Tenkotte, PhD Special to NKyTribune Editor’s note: Part 1 of an occasional series entitled, “Reviving Lost Voices…
Northern Kentucky businesses among recipients of more than $220,000 in Main Street Ventures grants
Main Street Ventures has awarded grants totaling $222,246 to 12 local entrepreneurs during its first grant cycle of 2024 for…
Five from Northern Kentucky among 24 graduates of DOCJT’s ‘sergeant’s academy’ Class 97
The Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training (DOCJT) on Friday announced 24 law enforcement officers from agencies across the commonwealth…
Stateline: Some states, including Kentucky, make shift toward kin-first foster care when placing kids
By Robbie Sequeira Stateline When Victoria Gray and her husband took in their grandchild in 1993, there wasn’t a catchall…
The Carnegie to present The Rocky Horror Show starring Dusty Ray Bottoms June 22-July 7
Drag queen, stage and screen star, and Kentucky native Dusty Ray Bottoms will lead an all-new production of The Rocky…
Contract awarded to replace KY’s unemployment insurance system with modern, integrated platform
Gov. Andy Beshear has announced a contract to replace the Commonwealth’s antiquated Unemployment Insurance (UI) system has been awarded. Last…
Kentuckians invited to rediscover the joy of fishing during free fishing weekend June 1-2
Gather the family and fish for free in Kentucky the first weekend in June. Free fishing weekend is June 1-2….