Kenton County to recognize 40 years of parks and 20 years of recreation with celebration at Middleton-Mills
Come and celebrate the great parks history in Kenton County at the 40/20 Celebration. The event is being held Sunday,…
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NKY’s Joy Kramer sworn in as chief judge of Kentucky Court of Appeals, elected by fellow judges
Judge Joy A. Kramer of Northern Kentucky was sworn as chief judge of the Kentucky Court of Appeals for a…
Five officers from Northern Kentucky among 20 who complete three-week sergeant’s leadership course
Law enforcement officers from 17 agencies across the commonwealth were recognized today for completing the Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training’s…
Government Briefs: Higher ed cuts to Supreme Court, Kenton Co. lease with Davey Golf, VW settlement
Supreme Court to hear case on higher ed cuts Three lawmakers who are suing Governor Matt Bevin to block cuts…
Boone County FY 2017 budget increases reserves, funds capital projects, without tax increase
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor Boone County leaders say the budget approved by the Fiscal Court June 21 keeps…
Government briefs: Florence seeks city clerk; Wurz ribbon-cutting; emergency notification in Campbell
Florence seeks City Clerk The City of Florence, Kentucky is currently accepting applications for the position of City Clerk. Applicants…
Old Time Kentucky: Laura Clay, daughter of Lion of White Hall, was first woman to get Presidential vote
By Berry Craig NKyTribune columnist Hillary Clinton is poised to become the first woman nominated for president by a major…
Scam alert: Labor Secretary warns don’t believe call from ‘Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board’
The Kentucky Labor Cabinet Department of Workers’ Claims has learned of a telephone scam in which individuals are told that…
City of Florence promotes from within; appoints Hunt Business/Community Development Director
The City of Florence has announced the appointment of Josh Hunt to the position of Business/Community Development Director. Hunt began…
City of Elsmere adopts its first strategic plan, after a sixth-month process involving citizen engagement
The city of Elsmere adopted its first ever strategic plan at a special City Council meeting held at the Elsmere…
Ethics Reporter: Legislative Ethics Commission approves use of social media fundraising
The Legislative Ethics Commission has approved a formal opinion (OLEC 16-01) responding to a question of whether it is permissible…
Sen. Schickel receives ‘100 Proof Award’ from KY Distillers Association, Rep. Belcher also honored
The Kentucky Distillers’ Association has honored Sen. John Schickel, R-Union, with its prestigious “100 Proof Award” for his leadership in…
Agriculture Commissioner kicks off Hunger Task Force meetings at Campbell County Extension Office
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor The Kentucky Hunger Task Force held the first of 10 regional meetings Tuesday at…
Secretary of Labor Ramsey to speak at Newport Business Association luncheon on June 29
The Commonwealth’s Secretary of the Kentucky Labor Cabinet Derrick Ramsey will be presenting a “State of the Kentucky Labor Workforce”…
Gov. Bevin appoints Campbell County’s Cameron Blau District Judge for 17th Judicial District
Gov. Matt Bevin has announced the appointment of Honorable Cameron Blau to the office of District Judge for the 17th…
Whalen’s State of the City and Budget Address highlights successes, plans for the future in Florence
By Mark Hansel NKytribune managing editor The City of Florence is on solid financial ground and, despite challenges, is poised…
NKY counties in top five for fentanyl-related deaths; study shows users unaware of presence
A report today from the Kentucky Office of Drug Control Policy underscores the dangers of fentanyl, an extremely potent opioid…
Kentucky Lottery president, CEO Arch Gleason announces retirement after 23 years
Arch Gleason, the president and chief operating officer for the Kentucky Lottery Corp. since 1993, announced his retirement Monday, to…
City of Florence teams with Freedom for Independence Day activities at UC Health Stadium
The City of Florence has teamed up with the Florence Freedom to celebrate Independence Day on Sunday, July 3, 2016…
Governor makes appointments to state boards, commissions, including NKY Water District’s Lovan
Gov. Matt Bevin has made the following appointments to Kentucky boards and commissions: Blake Robertson has been appointed PVA in…
Attorney General joins in effort to secure $3m for KY in unclaimed money from wire transfer company
Attorney General Andy Beshear Friday joined a group of states in filing a complaint that could secure nearly $3 million…
Courtney settling in as Boone County Business Support and Community Relations coordinator
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor Boone County’s small and medium-sized business owners can expect to see a new face…