New website, signage aim to make parking easier as Covington ramps up driver education efforts
The search for a parking spot in Covington should soon get easier, courtesy of a new website, new directional signs,…
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Governor signs bills to protect children from abuse, declares April Child Abuse Prevention Month
Gov. Andy Beshear this week signed House Bill 207, which would criminalize owning or selling child sex dolls and make it…
Infrastructure construction at Covington Central Riverfront begins Monday, first homes to follow
Less than two years after an O’Rourke Wrecking excavator punched the first hole in the sprawling IRS “Flat Top” complex,…
Bill reforming state’s Horse Racing Commission to independent corporation, goes to Governor’s desk
The Kentucky General Assembly has advanced reforms to Kentucky’s Horse Racing Commission (HRC) with the passage of Senate Bill (SB)…
Walton Mayor Gabriel Brown makes dramatic exit, citing Roosevelt and November, as he resigns
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Walton mayor Gabriel Brown made the decision to step down as mayor last night…
Installation of new ‘Love the Cov’ sculpture enhances Covington riverfront and Riverfront Commons
Covington’s riverfront has become even more vibrant with the installation of the eagerly awaited ‘Love the Cov’ sculpture. The 12-foot-…
Covington approves IRS site contracts; Mayor says ‘Dirt will be moved’; modifies public comments
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter In what Covington Mayor Joseph U. Meyer called an “extraordinary meeting,” city commissioners unanimously approved…
Walton Mayor Gabriel Brown tendered verbal resignation after allegations; special meeting tonight
By Patricia Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Walton’s colorful mayor Gabriel Brown, tendered a verbal resignation last week at an executive session…
Annual spring street cleaning set to begin April 1 in Covington, residents asked to be aware of schedule
Covington’s Public Works Department will begin its annual spring cleaning of residential streets on Monday, April 1. As usual, how…
Road report: KYTC District 6 announces roadwork this week in the region; watch for detours, closings
KYTC District 6 reports on roadwork happening this week in the region and encourages all motorists to be aware of…
Local government briefs: Edgewood talks golf carts, Florence names first responders, Boone denies zoning change
EDGEWOOD Edgewood city council again discussed the possibility of the city adopting an ordinance governing golf carts in the city….
Bill making childhood vaccines more accessible heads to Kentucky governor’s desk
By Sarah Ladd Kentucky Lantern A bill that would make routine vaccinations more accessible to Kentucky minors hit some snags…
Boone County commissioners question NKY Works initiative, votes down joining despite Moore’s urging
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Boone County Judge Executive Gary Moore started the discussion on a proposed MOA with…
Covington to hold annual Easter egg hunt Saturday, offer parents opportunity to gauge child development
It’s called the Easter Egg Hunt, but children won’t have to hunt very hard. Come Saturday morning, the grass around…
State board zeroing in on new education commissioner but not yet ready to release name
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The Kentucky Board of Education (KBE) announced Tuesday they have authorized Board Chair Sharon Porter…
Governor Beshear addresses legislative actions, laments ‘partisan politics,’ reviewing bills on his desk
By McKenna Horsley Kentucky Lantern Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear on Monday called a Republican-backed bill that would move the state’s…
Boone County’s Lassing Point set to open March 29; renovations are complete
Renovations are complete at Lassing Pointe, and the golf course is set to open on Saturday, March 29. The recent…
Kenton Mayor’s group discusses still-changing rules on medical marijuana — in anticipation the new law
By Patricia Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Kenton County mayors gathered Saturday morning to discuss the latest news in state requirements for…
City briefs: Park Hills honors Meyers, Lakeside Park ok’s new zoning map, Taylor Mill’s firehouse
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Highlights of meetings held this week: PARK HILLS Park Hills Mayor Kathy Zembrodt read…
In wake of stunning announcement, City of Covington poised to realize dream of transforming city’s future
Four years ago — during the throes of COVID – the City of Covington bought a closed IRS facility on…
Florence Police Chief Tom Grau is retiring, after 29 years of service and an exemplary career
By Patricia Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Florence Police Chief Tom Grau has made the decision to retire after 29 years totally…
Cov Commission: Ft. Wright resident suggests name for new bridge, ‘Black Brigade’; smart kiosk approved
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter During the Civil War, when the residents of Cincinnati feared they would be attacked by…