Historic Kenton County Courthouse in Independence undergoing final phase of improvements
Crews recently began demolition work for the final phase of improvements to the Historic Kenton County Courthouse in Independence. The…
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Kentucky one of five states chosen to participate in yearlong cohort to support student mental health
Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman on Tuesday announced Kentucky is among six states selected to participate in a yearlong cohort to…
Government briefs: What went on in Edgewood, Boone County, and Erlanger meetings last week
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter EDGEWOOD Martha Horseman, from the Kentucky Transportation Center, came to the Edgewood City Council…
Five from Northern Kentucky among 24 graduates of DOCJT’s ‘sergeant’s academy’ Class 97
The Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training (DOCJT) on Friday announced 24 law enforcement officers from agencies across the commonwealth…
Contract awarded to replace KY’s unemployment insurance system with modern, integrated platform
Gov. Andy Beshear has announced a contract to replace the Commonwealth’s antiquated Unemployment Insurance (UI) system has been awarded. Last…
Governor declares Juneteenth (June 19) a state ‘Executive Branch’ holiday, beginning this year
Gov. Andy Beshear declared Juneteenth – a day that commemorates African Americans’ many contributions and long struggle for freedom, justice…
Education and Labor Cabinet releases Kentucky’s April 2024 county unemployment data
Unemployment rate rose in 118 counties between April 2023 and April 2024 and fell in Ballard and Lewis counties, according…
City of Covington budget discussions continue, city’s priorities discussed; affordable housing
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter It’s been a difficult time to budget, said Mayor Joseph U. Meyer. But the city…
Covington seeks community input on federal grant spending, draft CDBG/HOME action plans available
The public has three ways to weigh in on a draft proposal that outlines how to invest almost $1.5 million…
Purple People Bridge closed while engineers evaluate damage after sandstone falls from it on Cinci side
Staff report A piece of sandstone fell Sunday afternoon from a pier on the Cincinnati side of the Purple People…
Primary Election is tomorrow — if you haven’t already voted (early and/or absentee), vote Tuesday
Staff report The Primary Election in Kentucky will take place tomorrow. Kentucky conducts closed primaries which means only registered Republicans…
Kenton Mayors group gets legislative update from Sen. McDaniel who cited ‘conservative’ management
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Kentucky Senator Chris McDaniel gave an update on the legislative session to the Kenton…
Government briefs: What happened in Florence, Park Hills, Lakeside Park city council meetings this week
FLORENCE Florence city council witnessed the swearing in of five members of the Florence Fire/EMS Department – Ryan Born promoted…
City of Covington opens search for new City Solicitor; current attorney David Davidson set to retire in June
The City of Covington is looking for an attorney to run its legal department. With City Solicitor David Davidson retiring…
Covington’s finances get clean audit for first time in 20 years; six business incentives approved
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter For the first time in more than 20 years, the City of Covington’s financial books…
League of Women Voters of KY provides VOTE411 voter education tool ahead of May 21 primary
Ahead of the May primary elections, the League of Women Voters of Kentucky (LWVKY) is offering the nonpartisan election resource…
From spaceship house to ‘handsome’ TP dispenser, annual awards celebrate Covington’s ‘quirk’
The theme was not of this world. In a tribute to the City of Covington’s newest public art – the…
Pioneer Award: Kenton County to honor Sister Jean Marie Hoffman, Donna Salyers, Jeanne Schroer
The Kenton County Fiscal Court approved this year’s recipients of the Pioneer Award. Now in its seventh year, the Pioneer…
Briefs: What went on at 5 meetings – Erlanger, Independence, Taylor Mill, Edgewood, Boone County
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter ERLANGER Erlanger city council members clearly had different opinions on whether the city should…
Kentucky General fund receipts increase two percent in April; Road fund increases nearly 10 percent
The Office of State Budget Director on Friday reported April’s General Fund receipts grew 2.0 percent with collections of $1,825.1…
Florence names street in honor of long-time public servant Betsy Conrad as family and friends look on
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Betsy Conrad’s family stood shoulder to shoulder with Florence city officials Wednesday afternoon as…
Covington commission: Academy of Heritage Trades up for awards, business incentives proposed
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter “Do you want to share the news?” Mayor Joseph U. Meyer asked. “Sure,” replied Kaitlin…