Boone County Judge/Executive Gary Moore chosen for national post on environment, land use
National Association of Counties (NACo) President Sallie Clark appointed Boone County Judge/Executive Gary Moore to a one-year term as chair…
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Confederate flag merchandise no longer sold at state parks; move follows recent shootings in Charleston
The Kentucky Department of Parks will no longer sell Confederate battle flags or merchandise featuring the flag at park gift…
NKy Health Department encourages hand washing to prevent further spread of intestinal illnesses
Cases of common gastrointestinal illnesses have risen in recent weeks in Northern Kentucky, with reports of E. coli, Campylobacteriosis and…
Boone, Campbell among counties with lowest jobless rates in June; rates fall in 118 of 120 counties
Unemployment rates fell in 118 Kentucky counties between June 2014 and June 2015, but rose in Hancock and Russell counties,…
Allegiant to establish base of operation at CVG; airport extends service and adds flights
Allegiant Travel Company announced plans Thursday to establish a base of operation at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, beginning Jan….
Breeders’ Cup, Maker’s Mark teaming up to raise $1 million for charity outreach program
The Breeders’ Cup, Thoroughbred racing’s most prestigious international event, and Maker’s Mark, the original premium bourbon, have announced a new…
Lots of work done, much more left to do as New Commonwealth Stadium nears transformation
By Glenn Osborne Special to NKyTribune The media got an early look at the renovations in progress at the new…
New police chief, Scott Smith, will focus on community policing, lead by example in Ludlow
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune Managing Editor Ludlow’s new police chief plans to take a community-oriented approach to policing in the…
Bluegrass Adventures: Historic Blue Wing Landing a great place to renew your spirit
By Daniel Leathers Special to NKyTribune Kentucky never ceases to amaze me. You find an outdoor adventure in some of…
Rockford dents Freedom bullpen, takes 5-2 win on Local Heroes Night
Florence fell to the Rockford Aviators by a score of 5-2 Wednesday night. Rockford took control in the seventh and…
NKy Prep Sports Notebook: Newport names football coach; Notre Dame trio leads team to national finals
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter Tim Viox, a former head football coach at three Ohio high schools, is the…
Report: State’s workforce training, development programs need ‘top-to-bottom’ review
Kentucky’s workforce training and development programs need better coordination, greater accountability and more employer involvement, according to a new report…
With $3M investment, Brown-Forman will return Old Forester bourbon to its Louisville roots
Another bourbon distiller is returning to its roots in Louisville’s historic Whiskey Row. Gov. Steve Beshear and Mayor Greg Fischer…
In honor of five Chattanooga shooting victims, governor directs flags to half-staff
Gov. Steve Beshear has directed that flags at all state office buildings be lowered to half-staff tomorrow, Thursday, July 23,…
Mike Denham: Kentucky has low rate of identity theft, but you could still be at risk
As a crime, identity theft is anything but new. It dates back to biblical times, when Jacob pretended to be…
Autograph session, open practice highlight Kentucky Football Fan Day, set for Aug. 8
Kentucky football Fan Day will be held Saturday, Aug. 8 at 9 a.m. inside Nutter Field House, followed by an…
Riverfront development hot topic at NKY Chamber’s Eggs ‘N Issues
By Jacob Lange NKyTribune Intern Development projects along the banks of the Ohio River were the topic of discussion at…
Local Heroes Night honoring first responders kicks off latest Freedom homestand
The Florence Freedom return home Wednesday through Sunday for a five-game homestand that includes special promotions, including honoring first responders…
Former Paintsville star Blair has plenty of fond memories of 12-year Major League career
By Jamie Vaught Special to NKyTribune While Willie Blair wasn’t a highly-recruited high school baseball player from Paintsville, Ky., during…
Art Lander’s Outdoors: There’s nothing cute or cuddly about those aggressive raccoon pests
If there’s a wildlife species in Kentucky with a public relations problem it’s the raccoon. And deservedly so. Often portrayed…
Historic mosaic murals: A personal tale of move from Union Terminal to CVG — now to convention center
By Tom Block Special to the NKyTribune The wonderful mosaic murals that were originally created for Cincinnati’s Union Terminal are…
Kentucky’s ‘rainy day fund’ increases to $209.4M with addition of 2015 surplus funds
Kentucky’s “rainy day fund” received an $82.5 million boost today, increasing the fund balance to $209.4 million. The $82.5 million…