Covington seeking developers, broker for four parcels of former IRS site as new phase begins
The transformation of the 23-acre former IRS site has entered a new phase – the City of Covington is seeking…
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Rob Franxman named Assistant County Administrator in Boone County, part of Webster’s new plan
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Rob Franxman has been named Boone County Assistant County Administrator/County Engineer. The recommendation was…
Legislative Ethics Commission reports lobbyists spent record amount during 2023 General Assembly
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Final figures for the 2023 General Assembly were released on Tuesday by the Kentucky Legislative…
Boone Fiscal Court divided on question about zoning map change on commercial access to Oakbrook Rd.
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Boone County commissioners listened to the usual collection of ordinances last week at the…
Welcome House reports to Boone County Fiscal Court about success of its Winter Sheltering Program
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Welcome House Executive Director Danielle Amrine came to the regular Boone County Fiscal Court…
City of Covington weighing options as pandemic work-from-home trend creates payroll tax shortfall
The work-from-home trend pervading America’s office culture since the beginning of the pandemic in 2020 has crashed down on the…
City of Covington receives Special Merit Award for inclusion efforts, development of central riverfront
The City of Covington has long walked the walk on being inclusive and welcoming. Through intentional policies, practical actions, and…
Covington Board of Commissioners approves six incentives as part of Small Business Program
An ancient health care practice that provides continuous emotional and informational support to women before, during, and after childbirth, and…
Flooding solutions discussed for Silver Grove, long beleaguered with flooding from two sources
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter The Campbell County courthouse in Newport was the site of a report and discussion…
Independence finalizes purchase of 25.6 acres on KY 17 from county for Public Services facility, other uses
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter The city of Independence finalized a purchase of 25.6 acres at 5200 and 5220…
City of Florence releases schedule for annual Memorial Day Parade and ceremony Monday
The City of Florence will honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for freedom during its annual Memorial…
Authenti-CITY Awards: Ray Damico Tailoring, keeping the Cov stylish one stitch at a time for 65 years
If there’s one thing that well-tailored men and women know, it’s that an exquisite and proper hem, nip, and tuck…
Open houses planned in Covington, Newport to present first look at bike plan for NKY’s urban core
The ongoing effort to make it safer and easier for individuals to travel by bicycle around Northern Kentucky’s urban core…
City of Florence to celebrate National Public Works Week with public works night out May 23
Since 1960, the American Public Works Association (APWA) has sponsored National Public Works Week to energize and educate the public…
State sets new historic low jobless rate as booming economy helps drive unemployment to 3.7 percent
Kentucky’s seasonally adjusted preliminary April 2023 unemployment rate was 3.7%, according to the Kentucky Center for Statistics (KYSTATS). The preliminary…
Covington urges residents to communicate with 4th Street Bridge committee; considers Lewisburg facade
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter Even without Mayor Joseph U. Meyer present, Mayor Pro Tem Ron Washington can make some…
Fort Thomas’ Tower Park to host Northern Kentucky’s largest Earth Day celebration April 30
The Fort Thomas Forest Conservancy (FTFC) in partnership with the city of Fort Thomas will present Northern Kentucky’s largest Earth…
Edgewood Senior Center in Freedom Park to become Liberty Hall and get a major renovation
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter The Edgewood Senior Center in Freedom Park is undergoing a renovation to give it…
2022 annual report shows Boone, Kenton, Campbell Counties among those with lowest unemployment
Annual unemployment rates decreased in 102 Kentucky counties in 2022, increased in 12 and stayed the same in six counties,…
Boone County Fiscal Court approves petition to fix short-term rentals around Graves Road interchange
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Boone County Fiscal Court approved a resolution petitioning the Planning Commission for a text…
Road Report: KYTC District 6 reports on roadwork underway this week in region; beware of delays, closings
Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 6 reports projects underway in the NKY region this week and advises motorists to be aware…
Covington to host Earth Day event for kids, renews recycling push in advance of Great American Cleanup
Respect for the health of the air, water, and earth may be a concept, but in The Cov, there are…