Bill Straub: With King Coal’s reign about over in the Commonwealth (and elsewhere) it’s on to natural gas
To paraphrase that great American intellectual, Sarah Palin, how is that beautiful, clean coal stuff working out for ya? Well,…
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U.S. Census Bureau needs hundreds of thousands of workers; here are details for those interested in jobs
The U.S. Census Bureau will need hundreds of thousands of workers to fill positions needed to take the 2020 Census….
Kentucky’s roads and bridges in need of critical repairs, but some lawmakers focused on airports
By Nadia Ramlagan Public News Service Kentucky’s roads and bridges are in dire need of repair, but some lawmakers are…
Covington, Rumpke will continue to recycle paper products; Lexington has discontinued it
Covington residents should continue recycling paper products, and residents should rest assured that those products and others are going to…
KY, 43 states sue generic drug makers alleging price fixing; Beshear sues 3 top insulin manufacturers
Kentucky Health News Kentucky is among 44 states that filed a lawsuit Friday in federal court in Connecticut, accusing 20…
Dominion Senior Living facility in Florence to hold dedication, ribbon-cutting today — open to public
Dominion Senior Living, a premier senior living company that develops, builds and manages communities throughout the southeastern United States, celebrates…
Thomas More University will award 443 degrees at commencement ceremonies in 2 days this weekend
Thomas More University will honor its newest alumni during commencement ceremonies this weekend, awarding a total of 443 degrees. The…
Phillip Lee: ‘The Journey of an Addict,’ says those with the disease must be part of the conversation
As a recovering addict, I know first-hand the devastation and agony families face all across the United States. I know…
Villa Mocha, new coffee shop, opens in Villa Hills; Cinci artist Jess Hadley is first to show work there
Villa Mocha is a new coffee shop at 2809 Amsterdam Road in Villa Hills. The shop is owned by a…
Rural Blog: Ky’s broadband boondoggle a cautionary tale; Bevin’s aide undercutting him siding with AT&T
Five years ago, the Democratic governor of Kentucky, who couldn’t run for re-election, and a powerful Republican congressman struck a…
Ag Commissioner Ryan Quarles asks motorists to be on lookout for credit card skimmers on fuel pumps
With the long Memorial Day weekend and summer travel season coming up, Agriculture Commissioner Ryan Quarles reminds Kentucky motorists that…
New reports show food insecurity among adults in Kentucky is among the highest in nation
As part of Older Americans Month, Feeding Kentucky and God’s Pantry Food Bank released the Hunger Among Adults Age 50-59…
Madison Avenue Christian Church honors late philanthropist R.C. Durr on his 100th birthday
Madison Avenue Christian Church celebrated late philanthropist R.C. Durr’s 100th birthday with a special chicken dinner along with birthday cake…
Supt. Kathy Burkhardt chosen for AASA’s ‘Leaders Matter’ campaign as an exemplar of leadership
Superintendents Kathy Burkhardt (Erlanger-Elsmere School District) and Thomas “Bo” Matthews (Barren County Schools) are profiled in a national campaign showcasing…
17th Ride of Silence set for May 15; cyclists take to roads to honor those killed or injured on public roadways
On May 15, the Ride of Silence (now in its 17th year) will begin in North America and continue to…
Our Rich History: A heartfelt gift from a little girl was inspiration a Bishop needed to build a Cathedral
By Stephen Enzweiler Special to the NKyTribune On a warm summer afternoon in the late 1880s, a little girl walked…
Preservation Kentucky announces new Tour120 program, starting May 18-19 across the state
Kentucky has more National Register historic sites than 46 other states. And, all 120 Kentucky counties have at least one historic…
Boys’ suicides rose following release of ’13 Reasons Why’; third season prompts warnings for all families
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News The rate of suicide among 10- to 17-year-olds in the U.S. increased 29% in…
NKU students get GCF, Artswave $4k grant for mural on Newport’s Galaxie’s Skateshop
Northern Kentucky University students awarded $4,000 to a Newport mural project. Students from NKU worked with the Westside Citizens…
BBB Trends: Veteran holidays too often a time for ‘soundalike’ soliicitations — beware of scam artists
By Sandra Guile Better Business Bureau Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Veteran’s Day are all great holidays to honor…
Expanded gaming remains on minds of lawmakers as they look for additional, needed revenue sources
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Solving the unfunded liability of Kentucky’s public pension systems can only happen with new…
Tim Hanner stepping back from distinguished service to education, including NaviGo, citing health issues
Special to NKyTribune Longtime educator and community advocate, Tim Hanner, has announced his retirement as founder and Senior Director of…