Kentucky by Heart: Rediscovering the works of iconic writer and Kentucky native Robert Penn Warren
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Although I possess a dozen or so books written by or about Robert Penn Warren,…
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Our Rich History: Women’s basketball at Thomas More — a thrilling ride to national prominence
By Dr. Raymond Hebert Thomas More University Part 64 of our series “Retrospect and Vista II”: Thomas More College/University,…
The River: Aboard the DELTA QUEEN, mischievous pranks abound; the story of the ‘missing’ motorcycle
The riverboat captain is a storyteller, and Captain Don Sanders shares the stories of his long association with the river…
At 98, Oakley Farris finds new life and purpose — and Bill Scheyer, the son he didn’t know he had
By Judy Clabes NKyTribune editor At 98, Oakley Farris was dealing with the deepest possible grief, mourning the death of…
Yippee Ki-Yay! Duke Energy gas team wrangles a win at the 2022 National Gas Rodeo, places third overall
There may not have been bull riding, calf roping or steer wrestling, but a team of Duke Energy natural gas…
Perfetti Van Melle donates more than 54,000 pounds of candy to KY Agriculture Hunger Initiative
A donation as sweet as it sounds is creating smiles across the state thanks to a delivery from Perfetti Van…
Beyond the Curb returns October 2 with fall tour of historic downtown Latonia’s homes and businesses
The charming Covington neighborhood of Latonia will be the focus of Beyond the Curb’s fall in-person tour on Sunday October…
Kentucky by Heart: Kyian Theodore O’Hara’s Bivouac of the Dead is a storied tribute to American Soldiers
An elegiac poem written by a Kentucky native has gone down in history as one of the most storied tributes…
Our Rich History: Thomas More’s chemistry department’s role in growth of Natural Sciences
By Dr. Raymond Hebert Thomas More University Part 63 of our series, “Retrospect and Vista II”: Thomas More College/University, 1971-2021…
The River: The MARJESS was a 38-foot wooden paddlewheel houseboat, a place of happy memories
(The riverboat captain is a storyteller, and Captain Don Sanders shares the stories of his long association with the river…
Brighton Center’s innovative Opportunity House on NKU campus dedicated this week, provides support for at-risk youth
Brighton Center, Brighton Properties, Northern Kentucky University (NKU), and the City of Highland Heights officially opened Opportunity House during a…
USS Nightmare haunted steamboat returns to Newport waterfront for 30th Halloween season
The USS Nightmare, Northern Kentucky’s annual Halloween favorite, has once again appeared along the Newport waterfront and is preparing to…
NKYians invited to meet the therapeutic horses of Milestones, Inc. during free self-guided tour Saturday
Head to the farm this Saturday, September 17 between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. to meet the special horses at…
The Librarians: They’re smart, creative, innovative, hard-working — and add a touch of magic to the job
By Jessalynne Madden NKyTribune reporter Northern Kentucky public library directors create gathering spaces, engage communities, change lives. Merriam-Webster defines a…
Kentucky by Heart: Grant’s Lick 225th Homecoming Celebration Sept. 17 to offer trip down memory lane
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune Columnist On September 17, it’ll be a trip back through Northern Kentucky history day, specifically featuring…
Our Rich History: Growth of TM philosophy dept. from critical thinking to first-ever endowed chair
By Tom Ward Thomas More University Part 62 of Our Series: “Retrospect and Vista II: Thomas More College/University, 1971-2021.” This…
The River: Paddlewheelers, especially wooden ones, are a special kind of boat — here’s a tutorial
The riverboat captain is a storyteller, and Captain Don Sanders will be sharing the stories of his long association with…
KDA adds new features to Drink KY interactive guide to Kentucky’s wineries and craft breweries
The Kentucky Department of Agriculture (KDA) is introducing new features to its popular Drink KY guide to the commonwealth’s wineries…
Queen Elizabeth II, 96, served her country for 70 years, dies in Scotland; KY flags at half-staff
Staff report Buckingham Palace announced the death of Britain’s longest-reigning monarch and the world’s longest-serving head of state, Queen Elizabeth…
Tom DiBello to retire after a productive 46-years with Covington’s Center for Great Neighborhoods
By Andy Furman NKyTribune reporter Turn the page. It’s time for the next chapter for Tom DiBello. The Executive Director…
Bring on the bands: Beechwood 32nd Festival of Bands Saturday, Ryle Tournament of Bands Sept. 24
Staff report It’s the season — and the sound of bands is in the air. After weeks of practice and…
Kentucky by Heart: A conversation with Lexington’s E. William ‘Eric’ Fruge, author of Uncle Ahmed’s Toys
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist When a group of war-weary Syrian refugees are welcomed by a small community inside an…