Kentucky by Heart: Proof that being a good father is about spending time, not money
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist It’s a late afternoon in my townhouse in Lexington, and I’m sitting at the computer…
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Our Rich History: The Ludlow Lagoon was once a major recreational center for Greater Cincinnati
By David E. Schroeder Special to NKyTribune Imagine a large lake with sandy bathing beaches, a roller coaster over water,…
Kenton County Parks and Recreation to begin accepting reservations for upcoming season
The calendar said there is still plenty of winter left, but the Kenton County Parks and Recreation department is getting…
Keven Moore: Fear of flying not at all logical; worry instead about that bathtub — or a lizard bite
Fresh off a trip to California this past fall with my wife, I was reminded again of just how afraid…
Paul Long: Runners of N.Ky. are in spring training, and Pain By Numbers has a challenge (a big one)
Saturday morning, 7:30. 29 degrees. The icy streets around Edgewood and Fort Mitchell were filled with runners. The roads around…
Kentucky’s Wendell Berry, 81, to receive lifetime achievement award from National Book Critics Circle
Renowned Kentucky farmer-author-poet-philosopher Wendell Berry will receive the Ivan Sandrof Lifetime Achievement award from the National Book Critics Circle. “Now…
Kentucky by Heart: Plenty of places in the Bluegrass offer gentle ride into the sunset
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Steve Flairty grew up feeling good about Kentucky. He recalls childhood trips orchestrated by his…
Our Rich History: American Paleontology began at Big Bone with discovery of prehistoric bones
by Steve Preston Special to NKyTribune “the large bones are found here” -description written by John Filson to identify Big…
W.O.W. is right — special dance team in wheelchairs makes ‘hearts go on’ all over Youtube
Every day, as the direct marketing director for Disabled American Veterans (DAV) in Cold Spring, Tracey Burgoon works on behalf…
Woodford County Thoroughbred farm hits equine lottery thanks to association with Runhappy
By Liane Crossley Special to NKyTribune The Lyster family had high hopes for a cocoa-colored Thoroughbred born on their Ashview…
Keven Moore: There are hazards everywhere, even when it comes to getting baptized; here are some tips
“I Sees Dead People” was the phrase the little boy said to Bruce Willis in the 1999 Supernatural Horror Thriller…
Ginger Dawson: Chairman of Bored snaps out of winter doldrums to find inspiration all around
Winter brings with it a time of indoor contemplation. I spoke about this in my last column. I have been…
Caring for your pets in cold weather — some reminders from Campbell County Animal Shelter
With colder temperatures upon us during these winter months, it’s important to remember some tips for proper care of your…
Paul Long: Hey, youse, it’s about fitness and fun and mud — and getting wicked tough. . . Did I say mud?
So, youse is a tough guy because youse jog, huh? Buddy, lemme tell ya, you don’t know tough. Jogging’s not…
Reality Tuesday cafe, where talent and hard work create ‘community’ and delicious pastries as well
By Shelly Whitehead NKyTribune contributor With its slouchy old couches and walls filled with locally produced art, nobody would ever…
Kentucky by Heart: Sharing the deep sense of place, shared roots of our Bluegrass home
Steve Flairty grew up feeling good about Kentucky. He recalls childhood day trips (and sometimes overnight ones) orchestrated by his…
Our Rich History: St. Walburg Academy began, became Villa Madonna College . . . and more
Last week’s article was about the old Covington High School that was eventually replaced by Holmes High School. This article…
Gayle Pille: Bald Eagles — America’s bird — making a surprising comeback in Northern Kentucky
Lee McNeely, president of the Northern Kentucky Bird Club, was pleasantly surprised recently at the number of American Bald Eagles…
‘Relentless’ attorney Ron Adams: A story of hardship, tragedy, resilience, faith and a triumph of the spirit
By Vicki Prichard NKyTribune reporter On one hand, the story of Ron Adams is one of daunting hardship and tragedy;…
Freedom announce several special events set in conjunction with 2016 ‘Y’All Star celebration
Following in the footsteps of Major League Baseball and the Cincinnati Reds will be no easy task, but Greater Cincinnati’s…
Coach Colene: How best to make 2016 the year to accomplish more? Start with do, delegate and delete
Welcome to 2016! I hope you are as excited as I am about the possibilities of the new year. This…
The NKY Senior Games: Winter Edition scheduled for January 14 at Fort Thomas Armory
The NKY Senior Games: Winter Edition will take place at the Ft. Thomas Armory on Thursday, January 14. This event…