Kentucky by Heart: Former top-ranked boxer Stitch noted more for his feats outside the ring
In the 1950s and early into 1960, Louisville’s Rudell Stitch was a highly successful amateur and professional boxer. He ranked…
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Our Rich History: High School in Covington — long before Holmes — had 20 students in 1853
By David E. Schroeder Special to NKyTribune Covington High School was established by the city of Covington in 1853. On…
Coach Colene: Top tips to take with you into the New Year — and they will make things better, honest
Here we are, the end of 2015. As I’ve reflected back over the last 12 months, I’ve both impressed and…
Paul Long: Al Salvato legacy lives–with ‘frostbite run,’ getting good start on new year, giving back
Al Salvato was running before running was cool. Back when “jogging” wasn’t considered an insult. Back before hundreds of men…
Kentucky by Heart: Harlan County has plenty to celebrate in the way of good people and talent
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Steve Flairty grew up feeling good about Kentucky. He recalls childhood day trips (and sometimes…
Our Rich History: A look back at New Year’s 1916 — and threads that connect us (Let there be Peace)
by Paul A. Tenkotte Special to NKyTribune New Year’s Eve, 1916. Europe was engulfed in the Great War, which since…
Naked Vine: In time for the holidays, a guide to choosing your champagne and sparkling wine
By Mike Rosenberg Special to NKyTribune Champagne. Sparkling wine. Spumante. Bubbly. It’s that time of year. Dom Perignon, the monk…
Lyn Hacker: Giving she likes in abundance, but taking – that takes a lot of getting used to
So it started as an all right kind of day. The sun was out, and that was great, and it…
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…
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…