Our Rich History: Dusing Brothers Ice to close after 89 years as owners decide to “chill out” and retire
By Paul A. Tenkotte Special to NKyTribune I spent a bittersweet June 30 afternoon this year returning some books on…
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‘More Than Charity’ report on Kentucky’s nonprofits shows terrific impact on the state’s economy
Kentucky’s nonprofit sector not only works to improve lives and build stronger communities but is also a powerful economic engine,…
Going All In: Toyota Kentucky launches production of cutting-edge, ‘exciting’ 2018 Camry in Georgetown
Chad Lindon has worked at Toyota in Georgetown for 22 years and said the 2018 Camry is the most exciting…
NKY prominent leaders create new community foundation, hire president — and think big
A group of prominent Northern Kentucky business and civic leaders have created a new community-wide foundation that will focus on…
Welcome House open house in Mainstrasse shows quality housing attainable for low-income residents
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor At a recent open house, Welcome House revealed the results of its latest effort,…
Spotlight: Ky Speedway preparing for 2017 Quaker State 400; get free tickets from the NKyTribune
NOTE: All the tickets have been given away. Thank You! Kentucky Speedway’s signature triple header weekend is coming up July…
Our Rich History: Sweet memories of Woolworth’s downtown Cincinnati store, a five-and-ten cent store
By Paul A. Tenkotte Special to NKyTribune F. W. Woolworth Co. was once the largest discount store chain in the…
New state laws, including charter schools, stronger opioid penalties set to take effect June 29
Most new laws approved during the Kentucky General Assembly’s 2017 regular session will go into effect on Thursday, June 29….
Atlas Dry Cleaners: Celebrating 80 years of business in July; started by Geisen family in 1937
By Michael Ayers NKyTribune intern Newport’s Atlas Dry Cleaners will be in continuous operation for eight decades come this July….
Challenge from wife to build a smoker for $40 leads local pitmasters to 2017 Best of NKY – BBQ honor
Three years ago local pitmaster Guy Cummins had a desire to get back to his first love and that was…
KSO’s 23rd Summer in Devou Park — three shows coming, along with singing, workouts, and memories
The Kentucky Symphony Orchestra continues a nearly 80-year tradition of fun, family-gatherings at the concert bowl in Covington’s Devou Park. The…
Community Health Status Survey: Only 2 in 10 adults eat recommended fruits and vegetables
The 2017 Community Health Status Survey (CHSS), funded by Interact for Health, has found that only 2 in 10 adults…
Our Rich History: ‘Squirrel Hunters’ answer the call to save Cincinnati and NKY from the Confederacy
By Steve Preston Special to NKyTribune In 1862, Cincinnati seemed well-insulated from the destruction and violence of the American Civil…
Billy Reed: ‘Strippergate’ is repugnant but so are NCAA’s Draconian penalties against UofL program
The head of the NCAA Committee on Infractions described the “Strippergate” scandal at the University of Louisville as “repugnant,” and…
UK trustees approve $3.7 billion budget for 2017-18, includes salary merit pool, 4% tuition increases
The University of Kentucky Board of Trustees Friday adopted a $3.7 billion budget for 2017-2018 that invests heavily and strategically…
Gayle Pille: Good neighbors being good neighbors — also welcome the Carolina Wrens to mailboxes
Some folks have all the luck. Shelly Sandfoss of Fort Wright recently had the pleasure of watching and photographing Carolina…
NCAA lowers the boom on UofL basketball program; vacating 2013 national championship a possibility
By Russ Brown NKyTribune correspondent LOUISVILLE — If University of Louisville fans want to get one last look at the…
Postal Service to launch First-Day-of-Issue of Sharks Forever stamps at Newport Aquarium July 26
The U.S. Postal Service will celebrate the wonder of sharks by issuing the Sharks Forever stamps — and holding the…
Bradford Building in Covington up next for transformation, gets incentives from commission
Another historic structure will be rehabilitated at a key location in Covington. The Bradford Building, located at the corner of…
Floyd County’s Webb chosen as superintendent of Kenton County Schools; brings proven track record
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor Dr. Henry Webb of Floyd County has been named superintendent for Kenton County Schools….
Highlands High School basketball team reaches out to the community by volunteering at Hosea House
By Michael Ayers NKyTribune intern The Highlands High School Varsity boys basketball team will volunteer at the Henry Hosea House…
A special tribute to and remembrance of Frank O. Trusty, caring man who pursued truth, sought justice
By Robert E. Sanders Special to NKyTribune Judge Frank O. Trusty, II, was born in the small town of Jackson,…