University of Kentucky pharmacist busting myths about COVID-19 vaccine to separate fact from fiction
By Mallory Olson University of Kentucky Over the past year, a novel, highly contagious virus has spread across the world….
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National Fire Protection Association encourages prompt removal of Christmas trees from homes
Saying goodbye to your Christmas tree may not be easy, but here’s a compelling reason to remove it as soon…
Ludlow Theater stand-up comedy back with Tom Mabe, Steve Caminiti tonight at 8 p.m. (wear masks)
Live comedy is back at Ludlow Theatre at 8 p.m. for an evening of live comedy and live circus! Join…
Public health officials, workers have become ‘a public punching bag’; one in 10 have quit during pandemic
Kentucky Health News Local public-health officials and workers “have found themselves at the center of a political storm as they…
Kentucky by Heart: Giving thanks for the people who have made a positive, lasting impact on my life
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Approaching this Thanksgiving Day, my favorite holiday, I believe it is a good time to…
As Halloween approaches, here are basic precautions for pet owners to keep furry friends safe
Halloween is almost here, and to prevent this holiday from becoming a scary one for you and your pets, it’s…
Our Rich History: Catholic secondary schools in Newport, starting with Immaculata Academy in 1857
By David E. Schroeder Special to NKyTribiune Part 50 of our series, “Resilience and Renaissance: Newport, Kentucky, 1795-2020” The first…
Kentucky by Heart: More possible historic events for a Kentucky-centric ‘You Are There’ TV servies
Author’s Note: This is the second of two-parts exploring what might be included if there were a ‘You Are There…
Fort Mitchell Public Works employee Chris Feighery called to active duty in National Guard
Fort Mitchell Public Works employee Chris Feighery of Burlington has been called to serve on National Guard active duty beginning…
Our Rich History: Newport’s own Thomas P. Anshutz, an unassuming painter and an influential teacher
By James C. Claypool Special to NKyTribune Part 45 of our series, “Resilience and Renaissance: Newport, Kentucky, 1795-2020.” His paintings…
Kentucky enters final stretch in effort to secure responses to 2020 U.S. Census; every one counts
By Nadia Ramlagan Public News Service Kentuckians have a few more weeks to secure the resources they will rely on…
Belle of Louisville Riverboats releases ‘Tribute to the Great Steamboat Race’ poster for Sept. 2 race
The tradition of one of Louisville’s signature Derby week events will continue, even in this unprecedented time with the Belle…
Kentucky by Heart: Multi-talented Skeeter Davis — a true story about a Kentucky girl making good
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Stripping tobacco as a young boy back in the 1960s was never something that excited…
Kentucky by Heart: In-person school is best, but we must have the resolve to do it safely and right
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist From my perspective as a teacher, getting Kentucky’s elementary/secondary young people back into physical classrooms…
Kentucky by Heart: A sneak-peek of coming children’s book starting with Joey and honey balls
Editor’s Note: This is the first of a two-part selection from Steve Flairty’s in-progress children’s book, tentatively titled Kentucky Billy…
Kentucky by Heart: Although the stage has changed, Lexington History Museum’s ‘encore’ plays on
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune Columnist When the Lexington History Museum “left the building” in 2012, there were many who figured…
Covington ‘Census party’ Saturday at City Heights; volunteers to help residents fill out confidential form
The latest stop in the Covington Census Committee’s tour? The City Heights housing complex. On a mission to make sure…
AAA: Pandemic to suppress Memorial Day travel, but vacationers already planning future trips
For the first time in 20 years, AAA will not issue a Memorial Day travel forecast, as the accuracy of…
Our Rich History: The spirit of our German Heritage lives on through Newport’s Turnverein, closed in 1936
By Don Heinrich Tolzmann Special to NKyTribune Part 27 of our series: Resilience and Renaissance: Newport, Kentucky Today the building…
Kentucky by Heart: Unique book offers personal accounts of life in Ky. during Great Flood of 1937
Editor’s Note: This is the first of a two-part series. By Steve Flairty NKyTribune Columnist A friend of mine, knowing…
Missing historical puzzle pieces and more information on abolitionist William Shreve Bailey
Part 17 of our series, “Resilience and Renaissance: Newport, Kentucky, 1795-2020” By Paul A. Tenkotte Special to NKyTribune This is…
Kentucky by Heart: Return to Harrodsburg brings back childhood memories of visit to Ft. Harrod
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune Columnist Last week, I spoke at the Mercer County Public Library in Harrodsburg about my Kentucky’s…