Kentucky by Heart: Kentuckians throughout history faced similar challenges to those we face today
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist I find it enjoyable to look for inspiring Kentuckians, often unsung, from the past who…
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Our Rich History: Mansion Hill — from genteel subdivision to multiple-units to historic district
By Margo Warminski Special to NKyTribune Part 38 of our series, “Resilience and Renaissance: Newport, Kentucky, 1795-2020.” Newport, Kentucky’s Mansion…
The River: Finally the words he had anxiously awaited — ‘The CLYDE and crew have landed safely’
The riverboat captain is a storyteller, and Captain Don Sanders will be sharing the stories of his long association with…
Purple People Bridge hosts student ‘Fusion’ photography show through August 14
At a time when many art galleries are closed because of COVID-19, the Purple People Bridge has become an outdoor…
DCCH Center provides residential care for kids, helping children and families make a better future
By Maridith Yahl NKyTribune health reporter Kentucky has over 10,000 children in out-of-home care — and they are in need…
Governor’s School for Entrepreneurs summer program culminates Aug. 1 with virtual Demo Day
The Governor’s School for Entrepreneurs’ (GSE) three-week summer program will culminate Aug. 1 with a first-ever virtual Demo Day. From…
People of NKY: In pursuit of happiness, Annie Venerable found Matt, a career, and rehabbing
By Ginger Dawson NKyTribune reporter Life is a long journey. For some people, it is an easy, linear path. They…
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…
Our Rich History: The Newport public school system reflects the evolution of American education
By Roger VonStrohe Special to NKyTribune Part 37 of our series, “Resilience and Renaissance: Newport, Kentucky, 1795-2020.” The evolution of…
The River: 600 river miles to go, CLYDE is ‘slow and steady,’ gets an oil leak and runs into ‘big blow’
The riverboat captain is a storyteller, and Captain Don Sanders will be sharing the stories of his long association with…
Report says Kentucky should tighten limits on gatherings, close bars where positive tests are up
A report prepared for the White House Coronavirus Task Force recommended that Gov. Andy Beshear should close bars in all…
Tim Hanner, his own story: A second transplant, staying positive, embracing many lessons learned
Second of two parts Educator Tim Hanner shares his story in his own words — a story of the journey…
Tim Hanner, his own story: Discovering surprising kidney disease — and dealing with the what’s next?
First of two parts Educator Tim Hanner shares his story in his own words — a story of the journey…
COVID-19 pandemic forces Louisville law students to shift prestigious internships to hybrid model
By Stuart Esrock University of Louisville Even as the COVID-19 crisis squeezed millions of jobs out of the market, many…
Kentucky by Heart: Part two of a selection from coming children’s book; Joey and honey balls
Editor’s Note: This is the second of a two-part selection from Steve Flairty’s in-progress children’s book, tentatively titled Kentucky Billy…
Our Rich History: The environmental history of Newport, a former woodland with rich forest heritage
By Stanley Hedeen Special to NKyTribune Part 36 of our series, “Resilience and Renaissance: Newport, Kentucky, 1795-2020.” When Newport was…
The River: Tracking the Rafter CLYDE on the long journey from Aurora to her new home in Tennessee
The riverboat captain is a storyteller, and Captain Don Sanders will be sharing the stories of his long association with…
Lynn James: The unexpected can (and does) happen, including car accidents; be grateful for first responders
The extreme summer heat is here and will probably stick around for quite a while. After all, we are in…
Covington creating temporary outdoor dining space for restaurants in Roebling Point, Duveneck Square
Seven restaurants/bars in the Roebling Point and Duveneck Square business districts will soon have additional temporary outdoor seating, thanks to…
Covington’s Homebuyer Assistance Program — fulfilling dreams of homeownership
Like twinkling Christmas tree lights, the color-coded dots are spread across a map of Covington, from the Ohio River to…
People of NKY: Newport’s Pompilio’s is an old favorite and Larry Geiger and friends carry on
By Ginger Dawson NKyTribune reporter Pompilio’s restaurant and bar is an institution in these parts. Every living generation of diners in…
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…