The River: A sad story of tragedy on the river at Natchez; someday perhaps a better story will be told
The riverboat captain is a storyteller, and Captain Don Sanders will be sharing the stories of his long association with…
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Alpacas could be secret weapon against COVID-19; UK researchers say antibodies potential defense
By Elizabeth Chapin University of Kentucky Alpacas Big Boy, Blue Eyes and Emperor may hold the key to combating COVID-19….
Catrena Bowman-Thomas: It’s Juneteenth; celebrate end of slavery and pursue meaningful ‘what’s next’
Today is Juneteenth! A holiday recognized by the state of Kentucky and many other states, Juneteenth is the oldest nationally…
In wake of recent drownings, officials emphasize safety when swimming, boating in Kentucky waters
With the recent summer-like temperatures, many people have been getting outdoors to enjoy Kentucky’s lakes and streams. If not careful,…
Banwari Mittal: As region reopens, I love the new attitude; why we should see people being nicer
Our city is reopening and it is exhilarating to see people again — on restaurant patios and on our sidewalks…
Five N. Kentuckians among 45 from across state selected for Leadership Kentucky Class of 2020
Leadership Kentucky, one of the oldest and most prestigious statewide leadership development programs in the United States, has announced the…
Kentucky by Heart: Stories behind names of high schools reveal unique look at Kentucky’s past
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist While recently looking over information about public high schools in Kentucky, it occurred to me…
Our Rich History: Organizing for Action: Women’s suffrage in Northern Kentucky, Part 2
By Paul Tenkotte Special to NKyTribune Part 31 of our series, “Resilience and Renaissance: Newport, Kentucky, 1795-2020,” and Part 2…
The River: A sad/happy farewell as the CLYDE is sold and the Captain is a boatman without a boat
The riverboat captain is a storyteller, and Captain Don Sanders will be sharing the stories of his long association with…
UK entomologists say new stinging ant species could cause problems for Kentuckians
By Katie Pratt University of Kentucky University of Kentucky entomologists want people to be aware of a new stinging pest…
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…
Jamie’s Bookshelf: A rundown of recently-published sports books for your summer reading list
• “Yogi: A Life Behind the Mask” by Jon Pessah (Little, Brown and Company, $30) is a definitive biography of Yogi…
Kentucky among state, local chambers urging Congress to provide relief for childcare providers
With many childcare programs closed or operating with reduced capacity due to public health guidelines, a group of 41 state…
WYWQ*: The Ovation Music Venue on Newport’s riverfront is taking shape as spectacular facility
By Tory McKinley NKyTribune intern The Ovation Music Venue, part of Phase 1 in the Premier Concert Experience project by…
Kentucky by Heart: Celebrating Kentucky’s own James Bond, and all of the state’s ‘overcomers’
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Reading and writing about overcomers from Kentucky is a passion of mine. Overcomers are often…
Our Rich History: Organizing for action — women’s suffrage in Northern Kentucky
Part 30 of our series, “Resilience and Renaissance: Newport Kentucky, 1795-2020″ and Part 1 of our series: Organizing for Action:…
The River: It was a busy day of scrubbing, painting to get CLYDE’s paddlewheel free of winter’s worst
The riverboat captain is a storyteller, and Captain Don Sanders will be sharing the stories of his long association with…
Lynn James: Just as you think life is returning to normal, now we have to worry about just breathing
The world today is perplexing. Just as we are emerging from our COVID cocoons. Just as life is returning a…
As COVID-induced mental health issues emerge, this expert says ‘send your brain on a summer vacation’
By Maridith Yahl NKyTribune reporter It’s summer and that usually means lots of fun. But, the quarantine from COVID-19 has…
Covington celebrates anti-blight program as ribbon is cut on two new single-family Mainstrasse homes
A program started to return once-blighted property to productive use celebrated its first “graduates” Wednesday. Covington officials helped cut the…
People of NKY: Scott Clark is an authentic Historic Preservation Officer for Newport — and about time!
By Ginger Dawson NKyTribune reporter In these Northern Kentucky river cities, we like our historic preservation. Each city has a…
Education officials urge students to apply for federal financial aid amid decline caused by COVID-19
The Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education (CPE), the Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority (KHEAA) and the Prichard Committee for Academic…