LRC roundup: Growing number of bills sent to governor, as legislators take break for ‘veto period’
This has been a year for early arrivals at the State Capitol. Within a week of the 2017 legislative…
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Deadline extended to nominate favorite business for Covington’s Business Excellence Awards
You have until 4 p.m. on March 20 to nominate your favorite Covington business for the Business Excellence Awards. Links…
Boone, Kenton, Campbell counties reap benefits of HIDTA designation to tune of $275k
Boone, Campbell, and Kenton Counties were granted more than a quarter of a million dollars from the federal government to…
Legislative briefs: Higher ed performance funding, toxicology screenings, quit smoking, playgrounds
State funding for Kentucky public colleges and universities would be allocated based on the schools’ performance under a bill now…
Covington awards Riverfront Commons project to Sunesis, in phases to finish this year
Covington’s Mayor and Board of Commissioners have approved an order awarding the Riverfront Commons Project construction bid to Sunesis Construction….
Governor’s appointments include Carle to medical assistance council, Evans to deaf commission
Gov. Matt Bevin has made the following appointments to Kentucky Boards and Commissions: Julie K. Spivey and Jay H. Trumbo…
NFIB’s small business ‘Optimism Index’ shows ‘change in policy’ encouraging, labor market tight
Small business optimism remained at one of its highest readings in 43 years, as small business awaits a new healthcare…
‘Open Hearts/Open Homes’ initiative advocates for adoption and foster care; for Governor, First Lady it’s personal
Governor Matt Bevin and First Lady Glenna Bevin launched the “Open Hearts/Open Homes” initiative at the “Summit to Save Our…
PSC revamps assistance program for low-income telephone customers; drops Lifeline wireless subsidy
The Kentucky Public Service Commission (PSC) is revamping the state program that provides assistance to low-income telephone customers and refocusing…
Heads up drivers: State Transportation Cabinet to start treating for roadside weeds this month
Kentucky Transportation Cabinet crews will begin treating for noxious and nuisance weeds throughout the state this month. The treatments aid…
Legislative update: Going to Governor — Kentucky Horse Park reorganization, Amazon incentive, more
Staff report The Kentucky Senate gave approval to a sweeping measure to reorganize the Kentucky Horse Park Commission. The move…
Boone County chooses dwelling fee to fully fund PSCC, upgrades to communications system
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor The Boone County Fiscal Court voted Tuesday to direct its staff to develop an…
Bill to align Kentucky’s hemp research program with federal farm bill goes to Bevin for signature
Agriculture Commissioner Ryan Quarles Tuesday celebrated the passage in the Kentucky House of Representatives of landmark legislation that aligns Kentucky’s…
Boone County Fiscal Court to discuss plans to fund communications upgrade, blended option likely
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor The Boone County Fiscal Court is expected to discuss options that will cover the…
State’s annual unemployment rate is lowest since 2000; total nonfarm employment at historical high
Kentucky’s annual unemployment rate dropped to 5 percent in 2016 from 5.3 percent in 2015, while nonfarm employment gained 28,100…
Keep Covington Beautiful looking for volunteers, donations for Great American Cleanup in April
Keep Covington Beautiful (KCB) is preparing for the Great American Cleanup, Covington’s largest annual volunteer day of service, taking place…
Villa Hills’ Callery excited about mixed-use status of St. Walberg approved by Kenton planning
Villa Hills Mayor Irvin T. “Butch” Callery is ecstatic about the possibilities for mixed-use development of the 115-acre St. Walberg…
Erlanger proposing balanced budget to be reviewed Saturday; mayor wants another tax cut
On Saturday, March 4th at 9 a.m., the City of Erlanger elected officials and leadership staff will meet to review…
National mortgage company’s settlement with Beshear will result in $2.8 million for state
Attorney General Andy Beshear announced a multimillion dollar settlement with a national mortgage recording company that will provide Kentucky homeowners…
Labor Cabinet recoups nearly $73K in unpaid wages for Kentucky workers in February
The Labor Cabinet recouped $72,944.20 in unpaid wages for Kentucky workers in February. Unpaid overtime, withheld final paychecks, illegal deductions…
City of Union announces dates for annual events, including Easter Egg Hunt, Union Celebrates America
Dates for the 2017 City of Union Events have been announced. The City will be offering three events this year…
Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Department accepting applications for 25 conservation officers
Applications are now being accepted for conservation officer recruits at the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources. The deadline…