Beloved educator George Toadvine remembered for leadership, commitment to education, as man of faith
By Vicki Prichard NKy Tribune reporter Florence Mayor Diane Whalen doesn’t remember a time when she didn’t know George Toadvine….
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Kona Ice to host Konvention this week; more than 700 attendees at event for Florence-based business
Florence-based Kona Ice will host its seventh annual “Kona Konvention” at the Northern Kentucky Convention Center from Thursday, Jan. 28 through…
Art of Food 10th anniversary to feature two nights, chefs, artists — pushing culinary arts to new heights
To commemorate the 10th anniversary of The Art of Food, The Carnegie will hold two nights of events where chefs…
Bevin appoints Marc Guilfoil as executive director of the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission
Governor Matt Bevin appointed Barren County native Marc A. Guilfoil as executive director of the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission (KHRC),…
Master Provisions names four new directors to its board, moves two members to emeritus status
Four new members have joined the Board of Directors of Master Provisions, to serve three-year terms of service. The new…
Commentary: ‘Secret middlemen’ between you and your medicine; commonsense legislation needed
By Rosemary Smith Special to NKyTribune It is a common practice with which we are all quite familiar. Your doctor…
Retail food prices in Kentucky fall for fourth quarter in a row, says Farm Bureau Marketbasket Survey
The decline in the costs of food continued its year-long pattern as the average price of retail food items across…
Bellevue’s Dave Otto leading the way to backstage of some of world’s most famous concerts; see on KET
By Shelly Whitehead NKyTribune Contributor It’s usually just a small piece of paper or plastic, but to the avid fan…
People in the News: Police officers graduate from training; NKU names development officers
Local police officers graduate from training Five local law enforcement officers were among 26 in Basic Training Class 469 to…
SmartHealthToday: Never too late to quit smoking, benefits are immediate; how about now?
By Dianne Gebhardt-French SmartHealthToday It’s not too late to quit smoking, and some benefits are nearly immediate, a range of…
Our Rich History: The Ludlow Lagoon was once a major recreational center for Greater Cincinnati
By David E. Schroeder Special to NKyTribune Imagine a large lake with sandy bathing beaches, a roller coaster over water,…
Jobless rate rose slightly in December for Kentucky, unchanged nationally; non-farm jobs added
Kentucky’s seasonally adjusted preliminary unemployment rate for December 2015 rose to 5.3 percent from a revised 5 percent in November…
Campbellsville convenes international students for program at Louisville Education Center
By Christina Kern Special to NKyTribune More than 80 students from India, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Jordan slid their way…
Governor activates price gouging emergency protections as state faces harsh weather
Gov. Bevin has activated the state’s prohibitions on price gouging to protect consumers during the winter storm that has affected…
Harsh winter weather poses numerous health threats: Be aware of steps to avoid risks — and stay safe
With low temperatures and snowy conditions around the state, many Kentuckians could be exposed to harsh winter elements. To prepare…
What’s going on in Newport? Here’s an update — grand openings, business notes, fun stuff to do
GRAND OPENINGS IN NEWPORT Orangetheory Fitness Orangetheory Fitness, an energizing and fast-growing fitness franchise, opened its first studio in the…
Qualified individuals can get free help preparing taxes from Brighton Center, part of UW collaborative
If you meet income requirements, Brighton Center will help you file your taxes for free through the Volunteer Income Tax…
NKU student files suit against university, four officials for actions related to her sexual assault in dorm
By Judy Clabes NKyTribune editor Jane Doe, a pseudonym for a female undergraduate at Northern Kentucky University, has filed suit…
Commentary: Outcomes-based funding model for post-secondary education is best for Ky and for NKU
By Brent Cooper and Greg Shumate Special to NKyTribune Imagine for a moment that you have a billion dollars to…
Ceremonial Groundbreaking for Lincoln Grant Scholar House coming Monday at historic site
Groundbreaking for the long-anticipated Lincoln Grant Scholar House will take place Monday at 4:30 p.m. at the site of the…
Gov. Bevin says state EEC will request extension, continue fight against federal Clean Power Plan
Governor Matt Bevin announced that Kentucky’s Energy and Environment Cabinet (EEC) is working to request an extension to the Environmental…
Bracing for winter storm: Gov. Bevin urges motorists to restrict travel, prepare for ice-related damage
As the Commonwealth braces for the winter storm, Governor Matt Bevin urged motorists to restrict their travel and prepare for…