Kentucky by Heart: KY was the first state in the nation to have a state bird — the Northern Cardinal
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist I’ve always been enamored about Kentucky’s state bird, the Northern Cardinal, often called the “redbird.”…
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Our Rich History: Revisiting NKY’s role in WWII, and end of war in Europe 80 years ago
Editor’s note: We’re celebrating ten years of Our Rich History. You can browse and read any of the past columns,…
The River: The ‘Great Steamboat Race,’ a grand river tradition as legendary as the Kentucky Derby itself
The riverboat captain is a storyteller. Captain Don Sanders shares the stories of his long association with the river —…
Governor’s Derby Exhibit, now open at State Capitol, includes work of three Northern Kentuckians
The 2025 Governor’s Derby Exhibit is now open in the Capitol Rotunda in Frankfort. The work of 44 artists from…
Covington Farmer’s Market to open in new location at Washington and Pike Streets Saturday
The Covington Farmer’s Market’s 2025 Outdoor Market will open in a new location this spring at Washington and W. Pike…
Mike Tussey: The Voices of America — Communicators, legends and household names
If you turn the clock back to the early 20th Century, you’ll find a treasure of very talented people who…
KSO to close out 33rd season May 10 with ‘Swingin’ the Classics’ at NKU’s Greaves Concert Hall
The Kentucky Symphony Orchestra will close out its 33rd season May 10 with ‘Swingin’ the Classics,’ a regional all-star big…
Kentucky by Heart: Marvin Bartlett’s Spirit of the Bluegrass offers unique look at Kentucky history
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnists Marvin Bartlett likes to collect those “little” stories that ring powerfully, especially those discovered around…
Our Rich History: Why were Kyians, Ohio Valley residents alarmed by French in Louisiana in 1802?
By Paul A. Tenkotte, PhD Special to NKyTribune “The public mind has for some time appeared to be interested and…
The River: 2025 marks a significant anniversary — for both family history, and the lore of the River
The riverboat captain is a storyteller. Captain Don Sanders shares the stories of his long association with the river —…
Villa Hills Civic Club comes back from fire with beautiful vengeance and a lot of neighborliness
By Andy Furman NKyTribune reporter It is more than a clubhouse. It could be considered a meeting place – or…
Florence invites photographers of all skill levels to submit works for 2025 Community Photo Contest
The City of Florence has announced the launch of its 2025 Community Photo Contest May 1 through May 15. The…
City of Covington seeking additional volunteers for Saturday’s Great American Cleanup event
If you enjoy the outdoors and take pride in your community, then you’re the very person to help volunteer in…
Covington Park’s and Recreation 2025 program guide packed with new programs, old favorites
Could 2025 be the most fun-filled year in The Cov to date? If the newly released Covington Parks and Recreation…
Mike Tussey: Kentucky Admirals — right up there with the Colonels
Certainly, the commission of KENTUCKY COLONEL is the highest title of honor bestowed by the Governor of Kentucky. This commission…
Kentucky by Heart: Honoring the ‘beauty of Kentucky’ with visit to state Capitol’s iconic Floral Clock
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist The “beauty of Kentucky” is an oft-repeated phrase in describing the allure of the state….
Our Rich History: Frankfort, Kentucky — a German place name?
By Don Heinrich Tolzmann Special to NKyTribune Wikipedia is often criticized for its inaccuracy, so when I found the following…
The River: Following inspection, DELTA QUEEN kicks off 1971 season shoving north to Cincinnati
The riverboat captain is a storyteller. Captain Don Sanders shares the stories of his long association with the river —…
CovCath’s Will Sheets donates Player of the Year grant to Matthew Mangine ‘One Shot’ Foundation
The Matthew Mangine Jr. “One Shot” Foundation has announced Will Sheets, the 2024-25 Gatorade Kentucky Boys Cross Country Player of…
R.C. Durr, The Man and The Legacy: New book celebrates founder of R.C. Durr Foundation
By Judy Clabes NKyTribune editor Trustees of the R.C. Durr Foundation wanted an historical record of the life of its…
Edgewood resident Marty Jo McPherson celebrates release of first children’s book, Romeo Goes Home
By Andy Furman NKyTribune Reporter Love can do some strange things. For Marty Jo McPherson, well, all she did was…
Mike Tussey: It’s a double play — two national days of observance coming all on one day
Today is Wednesday April 16. Many call it “Hump Day” because it’s mid-week and the weekend is just a mere…