Sen. Damon Thayer: An update on Week 9 of the 2022 legislative session — two-thirds through
Two-thirds of the 2022 legislative session is behind us after crossing the 40-day mark of the 60-day session. What arguably…
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Transportation crews to begin treating for noxious weeds, improve visibility, preserve infrastructure
Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) crews will begin treating for noxious and nuisance weeds throughout the state in April to help…
meetNKY, Newport businesses team up for ‘Newport Restaurant Pass’ — try new places, enjoy good food
Eat happy! Whether you are a first-time visitor looking for Newport area faves or a local food fan ready for a…
Kentucky once again recognized by Site Selection’s Governor’s Cup rankings; NKY stands out
The 2021 Governor’s Cup rankings have been announced, with Kentucky once again atop the South Central region for economic development…
NKU’s 35th DreamFest on Tuesday to be bustling with 600 of region’s brightest middle-school students
Though Northern Kentucky University’s students may not have classes on Tuesday, March 8, due to Spring Break, the Highland Heights…
The River: ‘Talk to me. Talk to me.’ A riverboatman learns to listen to the voice of the river
The riverboat captain is a storyteller, and Captain Don Sanders shares the stories of his long association with the river…
COVID receding but Kentucky’s infection rate is still high — and ‘every single one of us’ counts
By Al Cross Kentucky Health News As the pandemic continued receding in Kentucky this week, Gov. Andy Beshear said “The…
Steinhauser CEO Tara Halpin appointed to NKY Tri-ED board by Campbell Judge-Executive Pendery
The Northern Kentucky Tri-County Economic Development Corporation (Tri-ED) announced that Campbell County Judge/Executive Steve Pendery and the Fiscal Court appointed…
Point/Arc’s Regina Watts named to Commonwealth Council on Developmental DIsabilities
By Andy Furman The Point/Arc Regina Watts, a 14-year member of The Point/Arc – she doubles as IT Manager and…
Measure to start decreasing state income tax — first by one percent — passes House, moves to Senate
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Legislation that provides a 1 percent decrease in the Kentucky income tax and could eventually…
Joe Heller: News of the week as told in cartoons — in color, with bold brush strokes and few words
Joe Heller was the editorial cartoonist for the Green Bay Press-Gazette in…
Another ‘Oscar’ performance by Tschiebwe powers UK Cats past Florida Gators, 71-63, in season finale
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today Kentucky coach John Calipari is already in March Madness mode and coached like it in…
New Riff Distilling named winner of first-ever meetNKY John G. Carlisle blind tasting competition
The Commonwealth’s world-famous bourbon and whiskey trail has roots in Northern Kentucky. Now, following meetNKY’s first-ever John G. Carlisle Bottled-in-Bond…
Covington IRS site: Construction trailers mark months of demolition, while RFPs draw attention
The long and complex process of transforming the vacant 23-acre IRS site into a reimagined neighborhood jumped forward this week…
Kenton County Public Library launches its Science in Play exhibit today; activities teach basic concepts
Kenton County Public Library I wonder what…? Why did…? How can…? What if…? These are the questions parents are encouraged to ask their…
Boone County Education Foundation to resume its Night at the Races event March 26
The Boone County Education Foundation will resume its Night at The Races event on March 26 at Triple Crown Country…
Moser’s bill to expand Community Health Worker Program, address worker shortage passes House
Representative Kim Moser’s proposal to increase access to care and address Kentucky’s health care worker shortage passed the House floor…
Schickel’s resolution to designate portion of Boone’s KY 8 in memory of Vietnam hero Eddie Barlow
Sen. John Schickel (R-Union) has introduced Senate Joint Resolution 32 that would direct the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) to designate…
Horse Racing Commission upholds Bob Baffert suspension on Derby-disqualified Medina Spirit
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The Kentucky Horse Racing Commission on Friday unanimously upheld the suspension and fine of thoroughbred…
Live racing but no fans at Turfway Park as it gears up for a Sept. 1st opening; wager off-track or online
By Andy Furman NKyTribune reporter Wanna bet? Not at Turfway Park. At least not yet. Turfway Park is under construction…
Live it up! Ohio River Paddlefest planning big 21st-year breakout on August 6; sign up now
Believe it or not, warmer weather/warmer rivers are coming — and Ohio River Paddlesfest is planning for a big 21st…
State Capitol dome is lit blue, Governor’s Mansion lit yellow to show support for the people of Ukraine
Gov. Andy Beshear ordered the dome of the Kentucky State Capitol to be lit blue and the front of the…