Community invited to celebrate Fourth of July at the Bicentennial Independence Day Parade
COV200, the Center for Great Neighborhoods, and the Friends of Peaselburg Neighborhood Association are celebrating Covington’s Bicentennial with a special…
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Don Then: Discover the meaning of ‘determined defiance’ in Ray Peden’s One Tenth of the Law
Experience relates that a great story begins with an evocative title. A few outstanding titles come quickly to mind: The…
Thanks to Erlanger Historical Society, the Depot Museum preserves, celebrates the city’s past
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune reporter There are no elaborate exhibits in the Erlanger Depot Museum, but every room has a hodgepodge…
Behind the Scenes: Bluegrass & Backroads team knows how to tell a good Kentucky story
By Kristy Robinson Horine Special to NKyTribune The shot is pure Kentucky: a log cabin, a hound lounging on roughhewn…
Our Rich History: Spence was more than a bridge; Congressman did great things in 32 years of service
(This is part of a regular series especially for the NKyTribune on local history by three distinguished historians, Paul Tenkotte…
Back Roads Wine Trail showcases Northern Kentucky wineries
By John Lachmann NKyTribune contributor A few years ago, Julie Clinkenbeard and Dennis Walter found themselves running into several other…
Annual Boone County Farm Tour Saturday is free, self-guided; maps at Burlington Farmer’s Market
The annual Boone County Farm Tour will take place again this Saturday. Fourteen working farms in the county are inviting…
Did you know? Boone County’s long history with distilled spirits includes, of course, ‘illegal’ ones
By Hillary Delaney Boone County Public Library The illegal sale and distribution of liquor looms large in America’s history. Our…
Kentucky by Heart: Enterprising Katie Taylor, Grandpa Marvin are ‘buds’ in more ways than one
“The ultimate goal of farming is not the growing of crops, but the cultivation and perfection of human beings.” –Masunoba…
Our Rich History: Expressly the facts – How I/71-75 evolved from a dream into a nightmare
(This is part of a regular series especially for the NKyTribune on local history by three distinguished historians, Paul Tenkotte…
‘Father loss’ is a turning point in the life of a child; for sons, the transition can be profound
By John Gregory KET We all face the certainty that at some point, Father’s Day will change from being a…
Bryan McPherson brings his folk/punk stylings, screaming harmonica to Thompson House June 24
By Andy Foltz NKyTribune Reporter The easiest comparison to make for Bryan McPherson is with Bob Dylan. Thought provoking lyrics…
‘Sunshine Boys’ enters final weekend at NKU’s Stauss Theatre, a combination of nostalgia, humor
By Andy Foltz NKyTribune Reporter “The Sunshine Boys,” put on by Commonwealth Theatre Company, enters the twilight of its run…
Where the pick hits the string: The music and luthier wizardry of the incredible Harry Sparks
By Vicki Prichard NKyTribune contributor The name Harry Sparks weaves through the history of Bluegrass music like gilded thread through…
COV200 looking for bicentennial volunteers, especially for six-day BB&T Summer Celebration
COV200, the group charged with managing the City of Covington’s bicentennial celebration, is looking for volunteers for the BB&T Summer…
Urban Farmer: If you too love to look at gardens, here’s an epic weekend opportunity in Covington
By Ginger Dawson NKyTribune Contributor I love to look at gardens! I love my own garden; I look at it…
Keven Moore: Even the most attentive parent can forget a child in the car; look before you lock
As temperatures soar, it’s inevitable that we will hear about a child – probably several – being left unattended in…
Notice of reschedule for Bellevue’s City-Wide Yard Sale: It’s next week
Bellevue’s City-Wide Yard Sale has been rescheduled for Saturday, June 27, starting at 8 .m. It had been originally scheduled…
Marlana does it again … inspires others singing national anthem before NBA finals
Marlana VanHoose’s inspiring voice inspired once again, this time in front of a nationally televised audience before the start of…
Kentucky by Heart: Proof that being a good father is about spending time, not money
It’s a late afternoon in my townhouse in Lexington, and I’m sitting at the computer in my study. Words are…
Our Rich History: Grand old Latonia Racecourse set records during its glory days, closed in 1939
This is part of a regular series especially for the NKyTribune on local history by three distinguished historians, Paul Tenkotte…
Running from Sleestaks was the easy part: Land of the Lost star collaborates with Covington resident
Falling over waterfalls and dodging dinosaurs may have seemed exciting to the fictional Holly Marshall, but when you look at…