City of Covington works to replace missing trees on sidewalk areas of Latonia – but no Bradford pears
The City of Covington plans to replace “missing” trees in sidewalk areas along a couple of Latonia streets in October,…
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Newport SkyWheel construction project to include $15 million bond, no cost to city or residents
By Don Owen NKyTribune reporter When updating the status of the Newport SkyWheel project Monday night, Tom Fromme jokingly told…
Covington City Commission candidate forum set for Oct. 22 — submit questions online or at event
Meet the Candidates Forum for Covington Commission will be held Monday, October 22, 6-9 p.m. at the Life Learning Center…
Covington Economic Development Department free workshops link businesses to expertise
Homeowners who need to do anything from fixing a faucet to canning green beans turn to YouTube videos for help….
City of Union completes annexation of new Traemore subdivision; 87 acres with 170 Drees homes
City of Union Mayor Larry K. Solomon has announced the completion of annexation proceedings which will annex the new Traemore…
City of Covington incentives give boost to small businesses with rent subsidy, facade improvements
The City of Covington is giving seven small businesses help with first-year rent and façade improvements. The incentives – representing…
Covington gives $38,000 in incentives to small businesses; lease on City Hall renewed for four years
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter They are the backbone of the city, says Mayor Joseph U. Meyer – and because…
Disaster Preparedness campaign: Families should be ready for disasters and emergencies — here’s how
The Kentucky Department for Public Health, within the Cabinet for Health and Family Services, has launched the First 72 On…
First two months of fiscal year show 4.5 percent revenue grow, reports Budget Director Chilton
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today There was more good news for state revenues in the first two months of the…
Work to begin on US 25 at Mubea entrance; $830K improvement project to provide two-way left turn lane
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) announces construction is scheduled to begin Monday, Sept. 17, on a $830,308 project that will…
Erlanger Fire/Ems Department receives $171k grant for purchase of ‘breathing apparatus’
The Erlanger Fire/EMS Department has received a 2017 Department of Homeland Security Assistance to Firefighters Grant in the amount of…
Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development gets KAGC’s top marketing, public affairs honors
The Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development’s Office of Marketing and Public Affairs won the Communications Office of the Year title…
Lawmakers already preparing legislation for 2019 General Assembly; take a look at what’s in the hopper
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The 2019 General Assembly doesn’t convene until January, but lawmakers have already prepared more than…
Governor declares September ‘Bourbon Heritage Month’ in Commonwealth, honors signature industry
On the heels of the new Kentucky Bourbon Trail Welcome Center opening in Louisville, Gov. Matt Bevin praised Kentucky’s signature…
Chinese soybean imports from U.S. to hit ‘historic lows’ by November but may increase a bit in early ’19
The Rural Blog Chinese soybean imports from the U.S. to hit ‘historic lows’ by November, but may increase a little…
Covington to renew City Hall lease, look for options; ‘In another five years we will be out of this building’
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter With the City Hall building’s lease up for renewal this October, City Manager David Johnston…
State Legislative Ethics Commission recommends update of laws to General Assembly
Kentucky’s Legislative Ethics Commission has unanimously approved several recommendations for the General Assembly to update the state’s legislative ethics law. …
$10.5 Million in Abandoned Mine Lands Pilot Grants announced for economic development, job creation in Eastern Kentucky
U.S. Rep. Harold “Hal” Rogers, R-KY and Gov. Matt Bevin today announced two grants worth $10.5 million to spur economic…
Gov. Bevin promoting Kentucky, recruiting business this week on trip to Japan and Republic of Korea
On an economic development trip this week to East Asia, Gov. Matt Bevin is strengthening ties with Japan and the…
Riverfest rules for downtown Covington, Devou Park Sunday, includes parking restrictions, road closures
Familiar restrictions designed to ensure safety and orderly traffic flow will be put in place in the northern part of…
Covington City Commission approves $100K project to fix Caroline Avenue underpass seepage
Pedestrians who walk under the Caroline Avenue underpass in Latonia have a choice: Step out into the street for a…
Kentucky League of Cities presents Rep. Adam Koenig with ‘Friend of Kentucky Cities’ award
The Kentucky League of Cities (KLC) presented Rep.e Adam Koenig (R-Erlanger) with a 2018 “Friend of Kentucky Cities” award. KLC…