Villa Hills Mayor Heather Jansen wants to manage growth, keep community-feel of her city
This is part of an occasional series about Northern Kentucky city mayors. By Josie Shriver NKyTribune reporter The late Jim…
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Chamber announces finalists for annual Business Impact Awards to be presented virutally May 19, 20
The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce (NKY Chamber) has announced the finalists for its annual Business Impact Awards, presented by Huntington Bank. The…
The River: Recycling makes the junkyard respectable and biz was good, but the call of water was stronger
The riverboat captain is a storyteller, and Captain Don Sanders will be sharing the stories of his long association with…
BBB: Spring cleaning should include closets, basements, garages — and PASSWORDS
New season, new password. Springtime traditionally inspires people to clean out their closets. But this year, there are areas that…
Contractors to start erecting new ‘No Hazmats’ on Brent Spence signs on interstate highways in NKY
Kentucky Transportation Cabinet contractors will be erecting new signs next week on interstate highways in Northern Kentucky, reminding drivers that…
State reports 744 cases, 4 deaths, 2.79% positivity; NKY lights orange, aims for 80% vaccines by July 4th
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today While the number of new COVID-19 cases rose in Kentucky on Friday, the number of…
Susan Smith joins Covington as new business recruiter, after 22 years at meetNKY
Covington’s new Manager of Business Attraction has biked through the Rockies in a hailstorm, hiked the Inca Trail to Machu…
Lack of inventory, rising interest rates dampen hot housing market; pending home sales dip nationally
The low inventory in Kentucky’s housing market, along with slowly rising mortgage interest rates, is finally influencing the sales boom…
The Takeoff: Exploring entrepreneurship and startups throughout Northern Kentucky; hold on for the ride
By Brit Fitzpatrick Executive Director, Blue North Prepare for The Takeoff. As the Executive Director of Blue North, an organization…
Governor signs bills creating new jobs and better schools, investing in infrastructure, expanding voting
Gov. Andy Beshear joined legislative leaders from both parties on Wednesday to sign bipartisan legislation appropriating funds from the federal…
At end of Verona fisherman Wolfgang Kratzenberg’s line was a state-record saugeye at 9.05 pounds
Kentucky’s state record for a sauger-walleye hybrid fell on March 21 when Wolfgang Kratzenberg of Verona caught a saugeye out…
Chamber, Education Council honors students, educators, business leaders at Excellence event
Local educators, administrators, students, and families overcame countless challenges during the 2020-21 school year. On May 5, the Northern Kentucky Chamber…
GET OUT THE VAX: Regional campaign aims to vaccinate 80% of those eligible by the 4th of July
Regional businesses, community partners and health leaders from both sides of the river are gathering at Smale Riverfront Park today…
Dixie Heights takes 22-game winning streak into state tournament, meets Russell on Thursday night
By Don Owen NKyTribune sports editor Joel Steczynski chuckled when asked about the key to the 22-game winning streak his…
Our Rich History: Newport once had the region’s healthiest water supply — and led to its growth
By Paul A. Tenkotte Special to NKyTribune Part 67 of our series, “Resilience and Renaissance: Newport, Kentucky, 1795-2020.” “Water, water…
Highlands joins CovCath, Holmes, Simon Kenton as 9th Region teams to win state championships
By Don Owen NKyTribune sports editor Which school captured the 9th Region’s first state championship in boys basketball? Was it…
Don Owen: A football powerhouse for decades, Highlands is now King of the Bluegrass in hoops
The football powerhouse of years past is now the King of the Bluegrass in basketball. Fort Thomas is officially the…
April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month — wear blue to raise awareness nationwide
By Jane Hermes Family Nurturing Center April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. It is the month to wear blue…
Vinson scores 27 points, Highlands advances to state title game by defeating Ashland Paul Blazer
NKyTribune staff LEXINGTON — Highlands began the season in January with a victory over Ashland Paul Blazer. The Bluebirds eliminated…
Commonwealth Hotels acquires two Hyatt hotels west of Chicago, now manages 47 properties
Commonwealth Hotels has acquired the Hyatt House Chicago/Naperville/Warrenville and the Hyatt Place Chicago/Naperville/Warrenville. The neighboring hotels offer guests varying amenities…
CASA for Kids launches project to provide handmade blankets for abuses children in Family Court
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) Serving Kenton, Campbell and Pendleton Counties has a simple but important mission: to provide court-appointed…
Muller pours in 29 points, Highlands pulls out 63-53 win over McCracken County in state quarterfinals
NKyTribune staff LEXINGTON — Opposing coaches might believe that containing Sam Vinson is a certain way of beating Highlands. Think…