People in the News: Grout promoted at C-Forward, award-winning photographer Steve Oldfield exhibit
C-Forward, an Information Technology (I.T.) Services firm headquartered in Covington, KY is announcing a new Vice President of Technical Services….
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Baby hippo Fiona up to 73 pounds, getting fan mail, and making good progress at Cincinnati Zoo
Fiona the little hippo, born prematurely at the Cincinnati Zoo, is now up to 73 pounds — a little too…
NKY Restoration offers professional development, practical hands-on activities for Restoration Weekend
NKY Restoration is offering educational opportunities to foster vibrancy in the River Cities with a NKY Restoration Weekend. This program…
It’s Your Nickel crushes John Battaglia Memorial Stakes field at Turfway Park in Spiral Stakes prep
It’s Your Nickel used the first two furlongs of the John Battaglia Memorial Stakes to get acquainted with Turfway Park’s…
Gov. Bevin calls a statewide emergency as Kentuckians recover from powerful weather system this week
Gov. Matt Bevin had declared a statewide emergency, in response to the severe storms that battered Kentucky earlier this week….
The week at the State Capitol: Several bills focused on children; a summary of what is advancing
Improving the lives of Kentucky’s children was on the minds of the state’s legislators this week as several bills made…
Legislative briefs: Senate OKs veterans’ home, juvenile records bills; House approves Casey Law changes
The Kentucky Senate has approved a measure that marks a step toward building a nursing home for veterans in Bowling…
Mike Battaglia returns to the booth to call the John Battaglia Memorial Stakes at Turfway Park Saturday
Race fans will hear a familiar voice as the field for the $100,000 John Battaglia Memorial Stakes breaks the gate…
Ludlow’s Derek Gaiser, a junior at UK, receives scholarship for summer study at Oxford University
Ludlow’s Derek Gaiser, a secondary social studies education and history junior at the University of Kentucky, has been awarded an English-Speaking…
Ethics Reporter: Lobbyists spent a record $2.1 million during first month of legislative session
Although the General Assembly met for only five days in January to begin the 2017 session, the $2.1 million in…
Duke Energy crews working to restore power to 46,000 customers affected by strong storm winds
Wednesday morning’s strong winds – including 70-mph gusts – led to a peak of 45,861 power outages in Greater Cincinnati…
NKU faculty senate votes to censure university gag order in Jane Doe case; judge already dismissed it
Note: The NKyTribune has been following the Jane Doe rape case and objected in federal court to a gag order…
Play ball! Coaches meeting for softball teams for Covington’s Adult Softball League on March 1
The City of Covington’s Parks, Recreation & Facilities department is gearing up for its 2017 Adult Softball League, scheduled to…
Bevin declares ‘Rare Disease Day’ on February 28; advocates to gather in Frankfort
Governor Matt Bevin has declared a Day of Proclamation for Kentucky rare disease patients for February 28. Rare disease advocates…
Boone County Public Library events and activities for adults in March include US Slave Song Project
The Boone County Public Library offers events at its branches and throughout the county during the month of March. Some…
Jockey Jiminez gets career win 1,000 at Turfway Park; Panama native reaches milestone at just 25 years old
Jockey Albin Jimenez, 25, hit the 1,000 career-win mark Sat., Feb. 25, when Zarman led gate to wire in the…
With hundreds of protestors outside, Sen. McConnell, panel discuss region’s pressing federal issues
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell’s appearance in Covington Thursday was a study in…
Fort Wright Mayor Dave Hatter: Coyotes spotted; here are ‘best practices’ for residents to deal with them
We have recently been receiving notifications regarding the presence of coyotes in the area, in particular near Amsterdam Road, Park Road and George Huser…
People in News: Patrick Noll is Kenton QRT officer, Deters joins MSS, Bley joins blind association
Patrick Noll was sworn in as the Quick Response Team (QRT) Officer for the Kenton County Police Department. The QRT…
Home Builders’ HomeFest ’18 to be at The Reserve at Rivers Pointe, luxury living with river vistas
The Home Builders Association of Northern Kentucky (HBA) announces plans to hold HomeFest at The Reserve at Rivers Pointe. This…
POWERBALL up to estimated $403 million, 10th largest in history; drawing is tonight
Don’t forget about tonight’s enormous POWERBALL jackpot! POWERBALL is up to an estimated $403 million. The cash option for the…
Covington City Commission accepts City Manager Larry Klein’s resignation, selects Wolff as interim
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor The Covington City Commission voted unanimously to accept the resignation of City Manager Larry…