Largest single gift in UK history – $23 million – will be used to establish an Honors College
University of Kentucky President Eli Capilouto Thursday announced the single largest gift in UK’s history — $23 million to create…
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2015 Leadership NKy Class to receive inaugural ‘Innovation Award’ for role in NKY Makerspace
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune Contributor Gigi Watson and Skylar Dolan knew immediately what their favorite parts were after touring the…
Governor Beshear formally presents $3.9 million check for Covington’s Riverfront Commons Trail
Governor Steve Beshear today formally presented $3.9 million in federal funding to spur further development of the much-anticipated Riverfront Commons…
What happened at SSNK? Director says unexplained “big hole” in finances prompted decision to close
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor Northern Kentucky officials are scrambling to fill the void created Monday when Senior Services…
Senior Services of NKy closes, effective Friday, for lack of resources; officials have stopgap plan
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune Managing Editor Senior Services of Northern Kentucky (SSNK) announced today that it will discontinue all services,…
CVG’s fifth and final Honor Flight of the year will take 73 Tri-State veterans to D.C. to visit memorials
Seventy-two Tristate veterans and their guardians will take an Honor Flight from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) tomorrow, destined for…
United Way campaign in the homestretch toward record $62m goal — participate now
Local individuals, companies and organizations have two weeks left to help make a major difference in the lives of children…
Transit Friendly Destinations program will encourage sustainable transportation habits
Representatives from Green Umbrella, Agenda 360, Skyward, the Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber, Metro and the Transit Authority of Northern Kentucky…
New funding will create telecommunications training center at Big Sandy’s Pikeville campus
Gov. Steve Beshear, U.S. Rep. Hal Rogers and Appalachian Regional Commission Federal Co-Chair Earl Gohl announced $1 million in grants…
NKU founding father, CU trustee Ralph Tesseneer, “one of the finest people,” dies at 91
Ralph Tesseneer devoted his life to higher education and community involvement. And to know anything about him as an educator,…
Grassroots Tea Party of Boone County disbands, but its influence on Northern Kentucky politics remains
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor The Grassroots Tea Party of Boone County is no more. The followers that broke…
Northern Kentucky residents can dispose of unwanted items at recycling and collection events
Northern Kentucky residents will have opportunities to dispose of unwanted items in Florence this weekend. Boone County residents will have…
Ohio River National Freedom Corridor Conference this week includes historic Boone County tour
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor The inaugural Ohio River National Freedom Corridor Conference provides an opportunity for participants throughout…
Ky Association of Manufacturers honor NKy’s Hahn Automation in Small Business Category
The Kentucky Association of Manufacturers (KAM) announced the winners of its 15th annual Manufacturer & Employee of the Year Awards…
Nugget, a 21-year-old palomino pony horse, works hard on last day at Belterra Park, headed for farm life
Most individuals on their final day of work get to take things easy. That wasn’t the case for Nugget, the…
Covington City Commission upholds UDRB decision, rejects proposed Baker Hunt building design
By Mike Rutledge NKyTribune contributor Some Covington city commissioners were fond of a design for a proposed new classroom building…
Florence Code Enforcement Board orders Florence Inn to be demolished; owner has 30 days to appeal
By Mark Hansel NkyTribune managing editor The Florence Code Enforcement Board has ordered the beleaguered Florence Inn to be demolished….
Casey’s Law activist Charlotte Wethington to speak to Women’s Network on heroin issues
Unlikely activist Charlotte Wethington of Transitions will speak about heroin abuse at a meeting of the Women’s Network of Northern…
Twitter unveils Moments feature, touted as the best of what’s happening at Twitter in an instant
The next time you open Twitter, you may notice something new: Moments, the best of what’s happening on Twitter in…
Turfway to Host Breeders’ Cup Simulcast with reserved seating available for Saturday card
Turfway Park will simulcast the Breeders’ Cup World Championships Fri. and Sat., Oct. 30 and 31, with reservations available for…
Northern Kentucky Legislative Caucus schedules summit to discuss Brent Spence Bridge options
By Mike Rutledge NKyTribune contributor State Rep. Addia Wuchner and the Northern Kentucky Legislative Caucus have scheduled a transportation summit…
Fall Festivals not to miss — family friendly and close by for a pleasant and memorable outing
For your fall enjoyment, here are some fall festivals close to home that you and your family may want to…