KDE releases state school test scores; Johnson, Highlands, Beechwood, Walton-Verona in top ten
NKyTribune Staff Report Data released from the Kentucky Department of Education show a mixed bag of results for the state’s…
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Don Then: Two books by regional authors will enrich your experiences and expand your horizons
The late novelist William Styron (Sophie’s Choice, The Confessions of Nat Turner, and Lie Down in Darkness) once observed that…
21st Century Grant brings fun, learning to Goodridge Elementary students before and after school
By Mike Rutledge NKyTribune contributor One recent Monday, more than 30 students from Boone County’s Goodridge Elementary School were happily…
Paul Long: Stretch your legs at the 5K on NKU’s campus or the 100 miler in Eastern Kentucky
If you’re like me, you cling to the outdated notion that the Northern Kentucky University campus is a pile of…
Kentucky by Heart: Inspired to write and honor everyday people by David and Lalie Dick
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist I often present the word “inspire” to elementary school students I teach. I’ll usually start…
Kentucky star running back Boom Williams expected to rejoin Wildcats after dealing with personal issues
By Keith Taylor Special to NKyTribune Kentucky could be without one of its top running backs when the Wildcats take…
Three NKy schools among 11 from Kentucky honored as 2015 National Blue Ribbon Schools
The U.S. Department of Education has deemed three Northern Kentucky schools as 2015 National Blue Ribbon Schools for overall academic…
Visit to Philly for Papal Mass, frustrating, exhausting, emotional and uplifting for Boone County family
Adam and Annette Howard of Union, and two of their five children attended Mass celebrated by Pope Francis in Philadelphia…
NKU alum, an award-winning designer at IBM, will deliver public lecture as part of Design Week
Northern Kentucky University will host Oen Michael Hammonds, an NKU alumnus and lead facilitator and advisory designer at IBM, on…
Ten Northern Kentuckians among those honored as heroes, inducted into state Veterans’ Hall of Fame
Ten Northern Kentuckians were among 25 new heroes honored by the Kentucky Veterans’ Hall of Fame in ceremonies at the…
Ag Commissioner Comer says Kentucky will be the epicenter of industrial hemp production
Industrial hemp will cover tens of thousands of acres and generate thousands of jobs in Kentucky in the near future,…
‘Deeper, better’ Kentucky football team turning the corner, winning close encounters in first four games
By Keith Taylor Special to NKyTribune Close games haven’t always been in Kentucky’s favor. Things have taken a turn this…
Brent and Lisa Cooper keep a pace that sets them apart, balancing family, work and service
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor When Brent and Lisa Cooper met at the University Kentucky in 1990, he was…
Our Rich History: The Catholic Worker movement, Cincinnati and Pat Flannery — and Pope’s inspiration
First in a series by Paul A. Tenkotte Special to the NKyTribune On Thursday, September 24, last week, Pope Francis…
Boone County family in Philadelphia provides a glimpse of Pope Francis’ visit for folks back home
Boone County resident Adam Howard, a member of St. Timothy Parish in Union, is in Philadelphia this weekend with his…
Chat off and ‘tweak’ on field created perfect storm for Patrick Towles in bounce-back win over Missouri
By Keith Taylor Special to NKyTribune It didn’t take long for Patrick Towles to get back on track. Just seven…
Friday Football Roundup: Brossart comes from behind to win first district game in five years
The NKyTribune is offering focused coverage of NKY high school football throughout the season, thanks to support from St. Elizabeth Healthcare…
Bill Straub: Boehner finally decides he’s had enough of the shrill voices that never subsided
House Speaker John Boehner, under heavy pressure from the Republican Party’s right wing for failing to sufficiently confront President Obama…
St. Elizabeth to assume lease of METS Center from Northern Kentucky University, effective Dec. 1
Effective Dec. 1, St. Elizabeth Healthcare will assume the lease of the METS Center from Northern Kentucky University and will…
Over its close loss to Florida, Kentucky seeks an end to three-game losing streak to No. 25 Missouri
By Keith Taylor Special to NKyTribune Kentucky failed to end a long losing streak last week. They will attempt to…
ADM expansion in Erlanger will result in investment of more than $8.3 million, will add 200 jobs in NKy
A company celebrated its expansion in Northern Kentucky with a ribbon-cutting today and has already begun hiring new employees. Gov….
Don Then: Chickens are a sure source of laughter for kids (and their adults), but acceptance prevails
Several of my dear friends are teachers and they tell me that, over time, some of the most popular banter…