Campbell County Fiscal Court’s 2025 Citizens’ Acadamy to begin Sept. 8; apply by Aug. 22
The Campbell County Fiscal Court is excited to announce the 2025 session of its Citizens’ Academy, a program designed to…
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Covington Police Chief Brian Valenti announces retirement, Justin Wieholter named successor
After nearly three decades of service, Covington Police Chief Brian Valenti is retiring, with Lt. Col. Justin Wietholter named as…
Former Williamstown Mayor Mark Christopher files appeal in Boone County Circuit Court to get his job back
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Former Williamstown Mayor Mark Christopher has had a mission since April 21 of this…
Clay Wade Bailey Bridge is open with one lane in each direction; single lane still closed
The Clay Wade Bailey Bridge (U.S. 25, U.S. 42, U.S. 127) (mile points 13.45 – 13.87) is now open following an…
Teach them to fish — have fun, get some fish, and maybe win a kayak in KDFWR’s ‘Mentor to Win’ contest
The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources (KDFWR) is hosting a “Mentor to Win” contest to encourage experienced anglers…
Bellevue city attorney announces candidacy for mayor; Charles Cleves not seeking re-relection
By Jim Dady Special to NKyTribune Pledging to work toward a greater future for Bellevue, City Attorney Dave Fessler has…
New docuseries highlights KY General Assembly’s efforts to boost state’s film, televison sector
The Kentucky General Assembly’s action to invest in the state’s film and television sector is earning national attention through the…
City of Florence to host Cookies and Conversations with the Mayor event July 10 at Government Center
The City of Florence is inviting community members to attend the upcoming Cookies and Conversations with the Mayor event Thursday,…
State officials finding new office space in Frankfort as State Capitol undergoes renovations
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The multi-year renovation project at the State Capitol in Frankfort is leading all three branches…
Kentucky AG’s office completes 2024 post-election county inquiries, including one of Campbell County
The Kentucky Attorney General’s office on Tuesday announced the completion of all 12 inquiries following the 2024 General Election, including…
Covington Commissioners provide incentives to nine businesses through city’s Small Business Program
An art gallery … a home to doulas … a new restaurant … a corner building … a historic electric…
Government briefs: Roundup of news this week from Covington, Newport, Taylor Mill
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter COVINGTON Economic Director Tom West explained to council how the city has grown, and…
Unemployment declines in 97 KY counties in May, Boone County remains among lowest at 3.8 percent
Unemployment rates fell in 97 counties, rose in 13 counties and stayed the same in 10 counties between May 2024…
City of Covington awards grant to refurbish iconic neon sign for SparkHaus
SparkHaus, Northern Kentucky’s future home of entrepreneurship, has received a grant from the City of Covington’s Historic Electric Signage Program…
Kentucky Transportation Cabinet extends closure of Clay Wade Bailey Bridge to July 3
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) is advising motorists that the current full closure of the Clay Wade Bailey Bridge (U.S….
KYTC gives timeline for KY 8 Licking River Bridge replacement project linking Covington, Newport
A timeline for bridge construction on a better, safer connection between Covington and Newport was announced Tuesday by the Kentucky…
A conversation with Dr. Steven Stack, Kentucky’s Cabinet for Health and Family Services secretary
By Sarah Ladd Kentucky Lantern FRANKFORT — Dr. Steven Stack says Kentucky, which already struggles with poor health, is “on…
Road report: KYTC District 6 reports expected work on roads in NKY counties this week
Pothole patching, sweeping, drain & ditch work, litter pick up, brush clearing, culvert repairs and additional work by KYTC maintenance…
Government briefs: Happenings in Boone County, Edgewood, Campbell County, Florence, Villa Hills
By Patricia Scheyer NKyTribune reporter BOONE COUNTY Boone County incorporated a newly adopted use of a consent agenda at the…
KYSTATS reports Kentucky’s May 2025 unemployment rate stands at 5%, down slightly from April
Kentucky’s seasonally adjusted preliminary May 2025 unemployment rate was 5%, according to the Kentucky Center for Statistics (KYSTATS). The preliminary…
Ron Washington, Covington’s new mayor (really), is full of surprises, purpose — and love of the city
By Andy Furman NKyTribune reporter He is the mayor – really. Ron Washington is Covington’s new mayor, but some people…
Trump Justice Department targets Kentucky policy on in-state college tuition for immigrants
By McKenna Horsley Kentucky Lantern The U.S. Department of Justice is suing Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear and Kentucky education officials…