Kentucky House Democrats choose leadership team, Adkins, Jenkins, Graham, includes two new faces
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Kentucky House Democrats chose their leadership team this week and it includes two new faces….
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A STABLE Kentucky: Making saving and financial independence for people with disabilities easier
Two years ago, Kentucky State Treasurer Allison Ball launched STABLE Kentucky, a savings and investment program for Kentuckians with disabilities…
Kenton County wants nominations for 2019 Pioneer Award, recognizing community service, integrity
Established in 2017, the Kenton County Pioneer Award recognizes four living residents of Kenton County who have a record of…
Lt. Gov. Jenean Hampton will be swearing in Jessica Fette, Erlanger’s first woman mayor, on December 18
The Oath of Office ceremony swearing-in Erlanger’s new Mayor, three new council members, and nine returning council members will take…
City of Covington honors outgoing commissioners Huizenga, Wells as ‘champions of the city’
Special to NKyTribune Covington said good-bye to two two-term City Commissioners tonight with words of thanks, formal resolutions, and presents….
Casualties of Sanctuary Village project in Villa Hills – Mayor Callery, incumbents who voted to support it
By Kevin Eigelbach NKyTribune reporter In his re-election campaign this fall, Villa Hills Mayor Irvin “Butch” Callery pointed to some…
House Republican committee chairs include three NKY representatives: Moser, Koenig, St. Onge
The Kentucky House Republican Caucus announced its members chosen to chair various standing committees for the next two years within…
Council of State Governments ends national meeting, held in Covington; elected new leadership
Staff report With Kentucky State Sen. Robert Stivers as its outgoing chair, the Council of State Governments held its National…
Sen. Damon Thayer receives inaugural KTIA Tourism Award for Legislative Leadership
The Kentucky Travel Industry Association (KTIA) has awarded Kentucky Senate Majority Floor Leader Damon Thayer, R-Georgetown, the inaugural Kentucky Tourism…
Intel Falcon drones supplement KYTC inspection of Daniel Carter Beard Bridge, improve safety
Intel has collaborated with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet and the Minnesota Department of Transportation to improve bridge inspections. The collaboration…
Boone County seeks applicants for the 2019 class of ENGAGE: Government Citizens Institute
Boone County is holding a free citizens academy program called ENGAGE for residents or business owners that are interested in…
Covington considering economic development consultant; will vote Dec. 11 on $100,000 project
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter It was a busy day, they said. The committee, which included representatives from the Covington…
Peers in Northern Kentucky name Covington’s Warnock City/County Administrator of the Year
Frank Warnock started going to city council and zoning board meetings in 1979 as a cub reporter for a small…
City of Covington gains more than $106K in four months from new strategic investments policy
City Hall’s adoption of an expanded and strategic investments policy earlier this year after the arrival of its new finance…
DHFS social workers get tech advantage; tablets to replace their computers, help them in field
A new technology upgrade will allow hundreds of Cabinet social workers across Kentucky to spend less time on paperwork. Approximately…
Flags lowered to half-staff in honor of George H.W. Bush, 41st President of the U.S., dead at age 94
In accordance with the proclamation by President Donald J. Trump, both American and state flags at public office buildings are…
Kentucky State Parks announces January and February dates for Eagle Watch Weekends
A unique tradition for more than 40 years, Kentucky State Parks has announced dates for its 2019 Eagle Watch Weekends,…
Wice returns to Florence as City Coordinator after stint as vice president with REDI Cincinnati
Mayor Diane E. Whalen has announced the appointment of Joshua Wice as City Coordinator for the City of Florence, effective…
More riding on Beechwood-Pikeville champion game than you thought — mayors make a friendly wager
City of Fort Mitchell Mayor Jude Hehman and Pikeville Mayor Jimmy Carter have made a friendly wager on the Kentucky…
Road along Prisoners Lake in Devou Park to be realigned to improve safety, drainage
The road that curves around and almost into Prisoners Lake in Covington’s Devou Park is about to be straightened. The…
City of Covington to spend $122K on upgrades to Randolph, Goebel pools for next season
Covington will spend almost $122,000 in the off-season to make improvements at its two full-size public swimming pools. The Randolph…
AG Beshear calls on state lawmakers to pass gaming as a dedicated revenue source for public pensions
After filing litigation in April to protect the pensions of public employees, Attorney General Andy Beshear called on state lawmakers…