Pecans went from ignored trees to holiday staple – the history of America’s only native major nut crop
By Shelley Mitchell Oklahoma State University Pecans have a storied history in the United States. Today, American trees produce hundreds…
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Highlands High School team takes second place in state’s ’25 Junior Chef Championship
The LaRue County High School Junior Chef team topped all competition to come out the winner in this year’s Farm…
Mike Tussey: Welcome to Thanksgiving Eve and a weekend for love and family
We are just hours away now from one of America’s most favorite holidays – Thanksgiving Day. By now, its likely…
Kentucky by Heart: Bad actors tested my faith, but the good guys restored my an ‘attitude of gratitude’
By Steve Flairty Kentucky by Heart I’ve thought a lot about being a grateful person as Thanksgiving season has arrived….
Our Rich History: Much to be thankful for on Thanksgiving 1945, with war over
By Paul A. Tenkotte, PhD Special to NKyTribune There was much to be thankful for in 1945. On May 8th…
The River: Two extraordinary men kept those steamboat fires burning, made life a little better
The riverboat captain is a storyteller. Captain Don Sanders shares the stories of his long association with the river —…
City of Florence to kick off holiday season with annual Christmas tree lighting on December 2
The City of Florence will kick off the holiday season with its Annual Christmas Tree Lighting on Tuesday, December 2…
Habitat for Humanity to celebrate groundbreaking of new Pope Leo Village in Covington November 25
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Cincinnati will host the groundbreaking for its Pope Leo Village initiative in Covington Tuesday, November…
Mike Tussey: Gary Burbank — an iconic legend for the ages
As the sun comes up on this November 19, it will become a bitter sweet day for those of us…
Kentucky by Heart: A week of exciting, uplifting events provides touching KY-centric experiences
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist I’m regularly blessed to be around and write about uplifting Kentucky stories — witness the…
Our Rich History: The automobile craze and Kentucky Motors
By Paul A. Tenkotte, PhD Special to NKyTribune The “roaring ‘20s” were known for more than Prohibition, bootlegging, and speakeasies….
Holiday traditions matter; start making your own family story as Christmas is fast approaching
By Jennifer Jahn NKyTribune staff writer Halloween’s blacks and oranges quickly turned into Christmas greens and reds. Suddenly we’re hearing,…
The River: Friends, crew mates celebrate welcome news as Ed Smith inducted into National Rivers HOF
The riverboat captain is a storyteller. Captain Don Sanders shares the stories of his long association with the river —…
No Promises Vocal Band to cap 10th anniversary season with three-concert Christmas tour
Following their September tenth anniversary spectacular with the Kentucky Symphony Orchestra and nearly twenty singers from across the country at…
Emerson’s Bakery, home-owned, home-baked, tastes like home — five locations, 50 years
By Jennifer Jahn NKyTribune staff writer Emerson’s Bakery has earned two favorite titles this year: Best Bakery and Best Donut…
Prichard Committee’s new report, ‘Kentucky’s Edge: A Diploma That Means More’, aims to strengthen high school experience
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The Prichard Committee for Academic Excellence released a report Wednesday that calls for strengthening Kentucky’s…
Mike Tussey: The Optimist Club presidential ‘ban’ resonates even today
How about some humor and laughs about an incident that actually happened nearly 40 years ago. So, sit back and…
Kentucky by Heart: Longtime love of walking proves beneficial both mentally and physically
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist I can’t remember a time when I didn’t enjoy walking, or, at least, being on…
Our Rich History: Armistice Day in the 1920s — A nation in search of itself
By Paul A. Tenkotte, PhD Special to NKyTribune In the 21st Century, we celebrate Veterans Day as if the 11th…
The River: Artificial Intelligence finds its way to Capt. Don’s hands and a tale results — with illustrations
The riverboat captain is a storyteller. Captain Don Sanders shares the stories of his long association with the river —…
It’s fall, beautiful fall — and time to winter prep for your yard for best outcomes next spring
By Jennifer Jahn NKyTribune staff writer Northern Kentucky is basking in autumn’s sunshine as residents visit pumpkin patches, explore hiking…
Chris Demeropolis’ new children’s book, ‘Teddy Lou, Bell Guru’, inspired by real life
By Judy Clabes NKyTribune editor Chris Demeropolis grew up on Cincinnati’s Westside, got her journalism, marketing and public relations education…