Urban Farmer: Garden may be sleeping . . .but it’s up to something, and so is any gardener these days
By Ginger Dawson Special to NKyTribune To all appearances, the garden is asleep. It’s been tilled. The straw and newspaper…
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Kentucky by Heart: Tim Farmer, state’s ‘premiere outdoorsman,’ a testimony to overcoming adversity
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Restored, he returns with a rush, our wood-wise son. With him comes The vital fragrance…
Our Rich History: Christmas, poverty and homelessness, blemishes from past still in present
By Paul A. Tenkotte Special to the NKyTribune If you’re like me, as the Christmas season approaches each year, my…
Keven Moore: ‘Tis the season for the office party — and all the fun and liability that goes with it
The Christmas season is in full swing and with it comes the “Ghost of Holiday Party Litigation” increasing the risk…
Jamie’s Bookshelf: Ten more good books for the avid readers on your shopping list (and they always fit)
By Jamie H. Vaught Special to NKyTribune Second of two parts Are you ready to browse for entertaining new books,…
Make the holiday season a safe one by taking caution with candles, Christmas trees, other decorations
Holiday cooking, Christmas trees, candles and holiday decorations significantly contribute to the seasonal causes of home fires, said Kentucky State…
Jamie’s Bookshelf: Entertaining reads for the reader on your holiday gift list — plenty to choose from
By Jamie H. Vaught Special to NKyTribune First of two parts Are you ready to browse for entertaining new books,…
Kentucky by Heart: An impressive number of accomplished people grew up in beautiful Shelby County
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist I recently was a guest speaker at the Shelby County Retired Teachers Association meeting and…
Our Rich History: James Ott book on Covington artist Frank Duveneck takes fresh look at complicated life
By Paul A. Tenkotte Special to the NKyTribune One of the Tri-State region’s most famous artists is Frank Duveneck (1848-1919)….
Study: Talking to teens (especially girls) about sex can lead to safer behavior; here are some tips
As uncomfortable as it may be to talk about safe sex with a teenager, it can have a positive impact,…
Keven Moore: Surviving an active shooter not about being fearless; it’s about swift, definitive decisions
Following the mass shooting in San Bernardino, California, Americans are once again reminded of how vulnerable we all are. As…
2015’s most popular dog names: Enter Max and Bella — and other ‘pet parents’ names; Fido still works
Rover.com, which bills itself as a “one-stop shop for loving and trustworthy dog sitters near you,” recently released its Most…
FAME finds early success in Northern Kentucky — and so do students who join up, work and learn
Aaron Beyersdoerfer walked across the stage at Grant County High School on June 5 this year, the first person in…
Kentucky by Heart: With simple acts of kindness, Centre coach, players prove to be real winners
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Good things are happening with the Centre College football program these days. Some are measured…
Gayle Pille: Are there Fairy Diddles in your backyard? Hard not to love these nocturnal creatures
A friend was checking his nest boxes recently when he noticed a wren house had chew marks around the entry…
The story of Blue Blue Sea, a beloved horse who overcomes odds, illustrated by NKy’s Hayley Mullins
By Judy Clabes NKyTribune editor A children’s book about a beloved blue-collar racehorse who overcomes a devastating illness began when…
Our Rich History: The Journal of Jacob Fowler, a wandering squatter, founder, surveyor
By Steve Preston Special to NKyTribune Before the founding of Newport and Covington and before Ohio, Arkansas, Colorado, Kansas, Oklahoma,…
University Press has perfect gifts for the readers on your list — from history to biography to mystery. . .
Gerald Smith discusses Kentucky African American Encyclopedia The University Press of Kentucky (UPK) is now offering a myriad titles, many…
Plan ahead to start 2016 on the right foot, then the left . . .with ‘First Day’ hiking at a Kentucky State Park
Get 2016 started on the right foot with your New Year’s resolution by taking a guided hike at a Kentucky…
Grateful community remembers Eva G. Farris’ incredible gifts — as she celebrates her 90+ birthday
By Mike Hammons Special to NKyTribune Northern Kentucky is indebted to Eva G. Farris. Who is Eva G. Farris? People…
Beyond Miss Kentucky: Clark Janell Davis discusses passion for dyslexia awareness, future aspirations
By John Gregory Special to NKyTribune For someone who didn’t aspire to beauty pageant stardom, Clark Janell Davis has a…
Kentucky by Heart: Get to know Bill Goodman off the air with nostalgic ‘Beans, Biscuits, Family & Friends’
For most who watch Kentucky Educational Television regularly, at least since 1996, the abiding presence and top-flight program host/newsman Bill…