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….
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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…
Kentucky Education and Labor Cabinet releases Commonwealth’s January unemployment report
Kentucky’s seasonally adjusted preliminary January 2024 unemployment rate was 4.3%, according to the Kentucky Center for Statistics (KYSTATS). The preliminary…
Government briefs: Highlights of meetings of Independence, Erlanger, Fort Wright, Boone County
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Here are the highlights of what happened in Independence, Erlanger, Fort Wright, and Boone…
Two from NKY among 25 graduates of DOCJT’s Public Safety Dispatch Academy Class 155
The Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training (DOCJT) has announced 25 dispatchers from across the state graduated from the Public…
State has removed 212K dead voters from voter roles; ‘protecting election integrity’ says Adams
Secretary of State Michael Adams announced that Kentucky has removed more than 212,000 dead voters from the voter rolls during…
KYTC reminding St. Patrick’s Day revelers to ‘Shamrock and roll with a sober driver’ March 17
St. Patrick’s Day is one of our nation’s most popular holidays, celebrated with festivals, parades and parties. The amount of…
Edgewood council approves new storage building for city’s first firetruck, Christmas decorations
Edgewood city council voted Monday night to not only go ahead with a new storage building, but they also added…
Covington commission hears news of very real budget cuts — no ‘fantasy,’ says Mayor
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter It’s real, Covington Mayor Joseph U. Meyer told his constituents. “Any allegations about the fantasy…
State releases 2023 unemployment satistics; jobless rate increased to 4.2 percent from 4 percent in 2022
Kentucky’s annual unemployment rate for 2023 was 4.2% according to the Kentucky Center for Statistics (KYSTATS). This is an increase…
Road report: KYTC District 6 reports on roadwork in the region this week — beware delays, closures
KYTC District 6 reports the following work on the region’s roadways this week and urges caution. Be aware of delays…
KY House, Senate finished quick work before heading home for weekend; session resumes Monday
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Members of the General Assembly wrapped up the 42nd day of the 60-day 2024 regular…