Road report: Kentucky Transportation Cabinet outlines the projects in progress in District 6
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 6 reports the following conditions and/or operations. Motorists should be aware of possible delays or…
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Event to celebrate grand opening of dramatic new Covington Plaza riverfront space
The transformation of Covington’s riverfront was no small thing. Under the careful direction of Prus Construction’s project manager, 500 cement…
Joy Kramer to retire from KY Court of Appeals on Sept. 1, after 15 years; committee makes appointment
Staff report Judge Joy A. Kramer has announced she will retire from the Kentucky Court of Appeals on September 1…
City of Dayton offers code enforcement amnesty this summer; 50 blighted properties face higher taxes
The Dayton City Council has approved a Code Enforcement Amnesty Program to encourage property owners with outstanding code-enforcement violations to…
Volunteers needed Saturday for Covington leg of national River Sweet 2021 — help pick up trash
Dozens of volunteers are needed Saturday to clean trash from the banks of the Ohio River as part of the…
Covington City Manager David Johnston resigns, Ken Smith to serve as interim manager; budget extended
By Judy Clabes NKyTribune editor The Covington City Commission started its caucus meeting Tuesday night with an executive session that…
Labor Cabinet Secretary Larry Roberts retiring; Beshear names Jamie Link successor
Gov. Andy Beshear announced that Labor Cabinet Secretary Larry Roberts will retire at the end of June in order to…
City of Erlanger hosting Salsa in the City on Friday — enjoy music, dancing (lessons) and food
The City of Erlanger is hosting Salsa in the City on Friday, June 11. This event will be from 6-10-…
Kenton Station Road to get culvert pipe replacement June 8-30, motorists should expect long delays
Kenton County Public Works will be replacing culvert pipes on Kenton Station Road from June 8 – June 30 between…
Devou Park paved trails to be closed Monday, Tuesday for maintenance; seal will protect pavement
The paved multi-purpose trails in Covington’s Devou Park will be closed to use on Monday and Tuesday for maintenance. Specifically,…
Newport to celebrate grand opening of improved dog park June 6 to kick off Pet Appreciation Week
The improved Newport Dog Park will hold its grand opening today as part of Pet Appreciation Week, giving dog owners…
Kentucky correctional facilities reopening to in-person visitation; dates and times available online
The Kentucky Justice and Public Safety Cabinet on Friday announced that visitation dates and times for the facilities operated by…
William Funke honored by Kenton County as a 2020 Pioneer Award winner for outstanding service
At its Fiscal Court meeting recently, Kenton County recognized 2020 Pioneer Award honoree William Funke for his exceptional commitment to…
Covington to hold 12th annual celebration of NKY Pride with festivities showing ‘everyone is welcome’
The 12th annual celebration of NKY Pride begins with the City of Covington as a financial sponsor and Covington as…
Covington Police Department seeks public’s help with reaccreditation process through CALEA
The public should know three things about the gold, blue, and white decal on the side of Covington Police cruisers:…
Sanitation District 1 reminding residents of the dangers of region’s stormwater inlet structures
Sanitation District No. 1 is encouraging local residents to avoid stormwater inlet structures across the region. A stormwater inlet is…
Lobbying spending for the 2021 General Assembly short session is eclipsed only by 2019 record
The state Legislative Ethics Commission reports that total lobbying spending for the 2021 General Assembly Regular Session, $9 million, nearly…
Rep. Kim Moser recieves Champion for Children Award from the state Children’s Alliance association
State Representative Kimberly Poore Moser, R-Taylor Mill, was awarded the “Champion for Children Award” from the “Children’s Alliance” a state…
Latest data shows unemployment rates fell in all of Kentucky’s 120 counties over past 12 months
Unemployment rates fell in all 120 Kentucky counties between April 2020 and April 2021, according to the Kentucky Center for…
Covington begins rolling back pandemic-related restrictions, programs as city returns to ‘normal’
The pandemic isn’t over — yet. But as COVID-19 case numbers continue to decrease and the number of people vaccinated…
City of Erlanger assumes management of Vietnam Veterans War Memorial, announces banner program
The City of Erlanger is taking over maintenance of the City’s Vietnam Veterans War Memorial, ensuring that Vietnam War veterans…
Kenton County Fiscal Court honors St. Elizabeth Healthcare CEO Garren Colvin with Pioneer Award
The Kenton County Fiscal Court recognized 2020 Pioneer Award honoree Garren Colvin for his outstanding commitment to Kenton County during…