New 99 Days of Summer interactive website offers fun ideas for traveling in Kentucky
The Kentucky Department of Travel and Tourism has launched “99 Days of Summer,” an interactive section of the www.kentuckytourism.com website…
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The backyard boys of summer enjoying their Ft. Mitchell Field of Dreams, thanks to Hetzel family
By Vicki Prichard NKyTribune Reporter In a time when sportswriters and others lament the decline of backyard baseball, Cole Hetzel…
Our Rich History: Betty Clooney, ‘the best of us,’ and part of ‘devoted’ and famous sister singing act
By John Schlipp Special to NKyTribune Sibling singing acts have been around since families sang together for after-dinner amusement before…
Sunshine, respect for fallen heroes, bring out big crowd for Florence Memorial Day Parade, program
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor The sun was out for the annual Florence Memorial Day Parade and members of…
Old Time Kentucky: 60 Minutes reporter Rooney got Kolb’s wartime story straight, just not his name
By Berry Craig NKyTribune columnist First Lieutenant Frank Kolb and his infantry company went down in history as the first…
WWII vet, attorney John H. Klette, Jr. earned Silver star, continues to serve his community at 97
By Vicki Prichard NKyTribune Reporter Decorated WWII B-17 bomber pilot John H. Klette, Jr. was 24-years-old when he enlisted to…
WWII veteran Lillard Brown celebrated 19th birthday in a foxhole under air attack, earned medals
By Vicki Prichard NKyTribune Reporter Someone once told WWII veteran Lillard Brown that he was a hero. “I said, “No,…
Florence woman lays brother to rest more than 70 years after his plane was shot down during WWII
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor When Jacqueline “Jackie” Laird of Florence buried her brother’s remains at Arlington National Cemetery…
Kenton County Parks and Recreation Kids Fishing Derby set for June 4 at Middleton-Mills Park
Kenton County Parks and Recreation (KCPR) is presenting the Kids Fishing Derby for kids of all ages on Saturday, June…
Keven Moore: Parenting advice from a recovering risk-taker (age makes things clearer — if we survive)
Does the idea of taking a risk make you panic, or does it send a tingle down your spine? Everyone…
Kentucky by Heart: Rick Lee is fulfilled by sharing his passion for America’s World War II veterans
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist As a young boy, I was often held spellbound while listening to my father’s stories…
Old friends gather to remember attorney Jim Cobb, a quiet figure in Northern Kentucky’s history
By Vicki Prichard Special to NKyTribune Attorneys who win landmark judgments or represent huge interests frequently make headlines. Attorneys who…
Duke Energy helps spruce up Mary E. Smith Memorial Cemetery in Elsmere for Memorial Day event
Duke Energy helped make Mary E. Smith Memorial Cemetery shine during one of their Energy in Action volunteer events recently….
Our Rich History: Izzy’s is example of local business rich in food, ambience and theatrics too
By Paul A. Tenkotte Special to NKyTribune Some businesses are so much a part of the landscape and culture of…
Christine Luken: Growing your own garden is a great way to save and have fresh produce all season long
With the warm weather finally upon us, my husband and I have been planning out our vegetable garden and prepping…
Keven Moore: How Robotic Mowers will save the day in regard to lawn mower accidents
Summer time is almost here and an estimated 54 million Americans will be mowing their lawns as we all try…
Freedom set Thursday as Boone County Community Night to benefit education foundation
The Florence Freedom are hosting the River City Rascals Thursday night in what will be much more than just a…
Kentucky by Heart: Locating U.S. Air Force Academy in Nicholasville could have been real game-changer
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist It sounds truly impressive: The United States Air Force Academy, Nicholasville, Kentucky. “Off we go,…
Our Rich History: Una Merkel, silver screen actress, was born in Covington, had an illustrious career
By John Schlipp Special to NKyTribune Hollywood’s classic silver screen era still resounds in popular culture. Even contemporary films continue…
Southbank Partners, Newport Business Association offer free summer concerts at World Peace Bell Park
Southbank Partners and the Newport Business Association are hosting a summer concert series at the World Peace Bell Park in…
Paul Long: Recounting the experience of The Flying Pig Marathon, or ‘I ran up Mount Everest’
In the wee hours of Sunday morning, long before the sun rose, it was raining. In anticipation of their Flying…
Intrepid Urban Farmer: Gardening can be a real (and wet) roller coaster — and then there’s asparagus
Gardening 2016 is in full swing. I got my seedlings started, transitioned them into larger pots a few days ago,…