The River: Memories of winterizing steamboats for the season; other historic times on river
The riverboat captain is a storyteller, and Captain Don Sanders shares the stories of his long association with the river…
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27th year for Independence annual Christmas Walk, a celebration all afternoon Saturday
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter For the 27th year the city of Independence is hosting the annual Christmas Walk,…
Tarris Horton making history — and a home and business — in Dayton, becomes first Black on city council
By Andy Furman NKyTribune reporter Tarris Horton said he knew. “I had heard Dayton was a Sundown Town,” he told…
Mike Tussey: America’s Barber Shops, place to renew, review, relax; a pulse of the community
Most everyone will remember ‘Floyd’s Barber Shop’ of Mayberry fame. The Andy Griffith Show would showcase Floyd Lawson’s shop as…
Kentucky by Heart: Drive through rural NKY offers nostalgic journey through fond childhood memories
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist I enrolled at Eastern Kentucky University in the fall of 1971, and except for the…
Our Rich History: Herb and Thelma’s and Its award-winning burger — truly an iconic fixture in Lewisburg
Editor’s note:Part 17 of an occasional series about Casual & Fine Dining By Raymond G. Hebert, PhD Special to NKyTribune…
The River: A fateful day with special meanings and also Mark Twain’s birthday
The riverboat captain is a storyteller, and Captain Don Sanders shares the stories of his long association with the river…
CMC Historian Dan Hurley’s ‘Four Cincinnatis’ offers person-centered documentary on city’s history
Lovers of history and Cincinnati diehards will want to add a new book to their holiday list this year. The…
The Sensory Garden in Edgewood’s President’s Park is Cathie Stapleton’s dream come true for kids
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter Three years ago, Cathie Stapleton decided to bring a dream of hers to life….
The Conversation: How first Pilgrims, Puritans differed in views on religion, respect for Native Americans
By Michael Carrafiello Professor of History, Miami University Every November, numerous articles recount the arrival of 17th-century English Pilgrims and…
Mike Tussey: Thanksgiving Eve, a day of anticipation, planning filled with love and family
The long holiday weekend is upon us. Many have taken today off to be with family for one of America’s…
Kentucky by Heart: Gary Burns’ ‘Untold Clay’ series offers unique perspective on small-town Kentucky life
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist I am amazed at the stories that come out of small Kentucky communities. I learned…
Our Rich History: The region’s iconic revolving restaurant — with spectacular panoramic views
Part 16 of an occasional series about Casual & Fine Dining By Raymond G. Hebert, PhD Special to NKyTribune It…
The River: The worst cook on the river recalls ‘Turkey Day’ and a few meals long since passed
The riverboat captain is a storyteller, and Captain Don Sanders shares the stories of his long association with the river…
3-peat: Covington earns top LGBTQ+ ‘score’ that measures how inclusive are city’s laws, policies, services
Covington has earned 100 points – out of a possible 100 – for the third year in a row on…
Gunpowder Creek Vineyards wins Best Red in 2024 Kentucky Commonwealth Wine Competition
Four Kentucky wineries combined to win the five Commissioner’s Cup in the 2024 Kentucky Commonwealth Wine Competition at the University…
Kentucky KIDS Count Data Book cites latest data on 16 measures of child well-being
The 2024 Kentucky KIDS COUNT Data Book, released Wednesday by Kentucky Youth Advocates, features the latest data on 16 measures…
Mike Tussey: Anniversaries — special dates and times we cherish so very much
Indeed, there are certain dates and events that have very special significance, so much so they resonate within our lives….
Kentucky by Heart: Kathryn Witt’s ‘Perfect Day Kentucky’ offers new resource for Kentucky travel
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Always looking for special places of leisure to visit in Kentucky, I’ve read a ton…
Our Rich History: Tim Reese lives dream by ‘making someone else’s day better’ at Peewee’s Place
By Raymond G. Hebert, PhD Special to NKyTribune In the summer of 2009 Tim Reese, known to his friends as “PeeWee,”…
The River: Nothing lasts forever, including friends; a tribute to Cap’n Doc Hawley
The riverboat captain is a storyteller, and Captain Don Sanders will be sharing the stories of his long association with…
Elsmere Councilwoman Serena Owen among 16 nominees for Kentucky Civil Rights Hall of Fame
The Kentucky Commission on Human Rights (KCHR) will hold its Kentucky Civil Rights Hall of Fame 2024 Inductions Ceremony on…