Events and activities for adults at BCPL in July include McCartney Project Concert in the Park
The Boone County Public Library offers events at its branches and throughout the county during the month of June. Some…
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Florence Freedom to host Frontier League ‘Y’All-Star’ game in two weeks; full slate of activities planned
The 2016 Frontier League Y’All-Star game, presented by Aire Serv, is coming to Florence in just two weeks. The league’s…
All you need to know about Governor’s proposal modifying Medicaid — your chance to comment
Special to NKyTribune The Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky Governor Bevin released the Kentucky HEALTH proposal, aimed at modifying Kentucky’s…
Bluegrass & Backroads: Heat of the summer brings migration of popular humingbirds
When August rolls around, the heat of the summer brings on the migration of one of the most popular birds…
Shooting for gold: Former UK star Cousins named to U.S. Olympic men’s basketball team
Collegiate All-American. NBA All-Star. Olympian. Former Kentucky great DeMarcus Cousins was selected to the 12-man roster that will represent the…
SmartHealthToday: Minutes matter — as in life or death — when it comes to heart attacks; call 911
By Dianne Gebhardt-French SmartHealthToday On a treadmill, five minutes can be a lifetime, but when it comes to heart attacks,…
Government briefs: Florence seeks city clerk; Wurz ribbon-cutting; emergency notification in Campbell
Florence seeks City Clerk The City of Florence, Kentucky is currently accepting applications for the position of City Clerk. Applicants…
Registration open now for STEM Girls Day Out, a free learning opportunity for 4th-12th grade girls
STEM — Science, Technology, engineering and Math — Girls Day Out will take place Tuesday, July 19 from 9 a.m….
Old Time Kentucky: Laura Clay, daughter of Lion of White Hall, was first woman to get Presidential vote
By Berry Craig NKyTribune columnist Hillary Clinton is poised to become the first woman nominated for president by a major…
Our Rich History: Speaking of politics, are we seeing the past repeat itself in a presidential race?
By Steve Preston Special to NKyTribune Let’s talk politics. The two candidates running for the presidency can be described in…
Prep Sports Notebook: Campbell Co. pitcher draws recruiter attention after two wins in state tournament
By Terry Boehmker NKy Tribune sports reporter Alex Franzen received phone calls from a few college recruiters after his two…
PetFest 2016, fundraiser for Friends of the Shelter, takes place Sunday at Boone Woods Park
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor Those looking for information about their pets, or maybe looking to pick up a…
Kentucky Afield Outdoors: Don’t throw caution to the wind during busy Fourth of July boating weekend
By Kevin Kelly Special to NKyTribune Millions of motorists soon will take to the nation’s roadways with plans of spending…
Scam alert: Labor Secretary warns don’t believe call from ‘Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board’
The Kentucky Labor Cabinet Department of Workers’ Claims has learned of a telephone scam in which individuals are told that…
NKU awards contract to Kalil & Co. of Arizona as broker for WNKU-FM, exploring options
Staff Report Northern Kentucky University has awarded the contract to a broker to explore the sale of its radio station,…
Governor’s appointments include Cintas’ Todd Schneider’s re-appointment to the Kenton County Airport Board
Gov. Matt Bevin has made the following appointments to Kentucky boards and commissions: Todd M. Schneider has been reappointed to…
Work-oriented requirements in Medicaid plan could hit a snag; feds haven’t approved similar proposals
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News Gov. Matt Bevin’s plan for Medicaid might not be approved by the Centers for…
Billy Reed: As Reds induct Pete Rose into their Hall of Fame, may he fully appreciate the moment
I am delighted that the Cincinnati Reds will retire Pete Rose’s No. 14 and induct him into the team’s Hall…
Maryland man who fired shots at Big Bone Lick State Park, sparking manhunt, found dead on grounds
NKyTribune staff report The Maryland man that sparked a massive manhunt when he fired shots in the direction of a…
Lawmakers looking for a path forward on vetoed Kentucky Real ID legislation
After the governor vetoed legislation earlier this year that would have created a new Kentucky driver’s license to meet the…
Reaction to Bevin’s plan to change Medicaid mixed; critics say it creates barriers to health care
By Melissa Patrick and Al Cross Kentucky Health News Reactions to Gov. Matt Bevin’s plan to change Medicaid were predictably…
First Zika virus case confirmed in NKY; residents urged to take precautions against spread
With the first case of Zika virus in Northern Kentucky recently confirmed in a Boone County man, the Northern Kentucky…