National search will fill vacancy left by Larry Hayes’ retirement from state economic development cabinet
As chair of the Kentucky Economic Development Partnership Board, Gov. Steve Beshear announced plans to conduct a national search to…
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Wet skies don’t dampen Florence Memorial Day parade and program
By Mark Hansel NKy Tribune Managing Editor The skies opened up Monday morning but could not discourage the crowd that…
Separate road projects to have long-term impact in Ohio, temporary disruption in NKy
An upcoming Cincinnati interstate project is expected to have a major impact to road travel on both sides of the…
Aerospace, auto exports help push Kentucky to No. 3 ranking in year-over-year growth
While national exports are down 5 percent from this time last year, Kentucky’s products are up 11 percent through the…
Florence Public Services celebrates an annual ‘Night Out’ on Mall Road for National Public Works Week
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune Managing Editor The City of Florence Public Services Department annual Night Out took place Tuesday evening…
7th Annual Rolling Thunder Memorial Ride parade today; educates community on POW, MIA issues
The 7th annual Rolling Thunder event is scheduled to roll through Northern Kentucky today beginning at 11 a.m. in Fort…
ROAD NOTICE: River Road in Boone County now open to one lane of traffic
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 6 office reports that KY 8 (River Road) near 6.5 mile-marker is now open to…
‘Click It or Ticket’ campaign for seat belt safety enforcement kicks off for summer travel season
For the third year, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, Hamilton County Safe Communities, AAA and police officers representing agencies from Kentucky…
Kentucky economy showing ‘strong signs’ of improvement as April budget receipts top $1B
Kentucky’s General Fund receipts set an all-time high for a month in April, surpassing the $1 billion mark for the…
Cov 200 looking for vendors as it gears up for its biggest event to date, the Summer Celebration
COV200 is gearing up for its biggest event to date – the COV200 Summer Celebration. The volunteer group behind Covington’s…
Rare, colorful thoroughbred Koda Chroma makes eye-catching debut at Belterra Park, finishes third
A rare 3-year-old thoroughbred colt named Koda Chrome drew plenty of attention when he made his debut at Belterra Park…
Judge’s ruling paves way for mobile home wrongful eviction suit
By James McNair Kentucky Center for Investigative Reporting A Jefferson County judge last week refused to throw out a lawsuit…
Keeneland moving wagering operations to Red Mile; $2M grandstand upgrade underway
Keeneland announced today that it will move its year-round simulcast wagering operations to the Red Mile, the historic Standardbred track…
Four area veterans of WW II making special trip to D.C. for 70th anniversary celebration of V-E Day
Four area World War II veterans will get a big send-off tomorrow morning at CVG airport for a special trip…
Mark Hansel named NKyTribune managing editor, brings long history, extensive reporting experience
Veteran reporter Mark Hansel, who has covered Northern Kentucky for over a decade, has been named managing editor of the…
Regional travel, tourism impact is measured in billions — and jobs — says new study by meetNKy
Regional travel and tourism in the Northern Kentucky/Greater Cincinnati region is a multi-billion industry and attracts millions of visitors, sustains…
Former Boone Judge-Executive Bruce Ferguson dies at 86; was historian and conservationist
Former Boone County Judge-executive Bruce Ferguson has died at age 86. Ferguson, who served as judge-executive from 1964 until 1982…
Covington Police Chief Spike Jones to retire; Assistant Chief Byran Carter is likely successor
By Mike Rutledge NKyTribune correspondent Michael “Spike” Jones is stepping down as police chief of his hometown Covington after almost…
Local band Wilder releases self-titled album at Southgate House Revival at show/party May 2
By Andy Foltz NKyTribune reporter Saturday is a big night for the band Wilder. They are releasing their first EP,…
Sticker Shock: Boone County Alliance, local retailers warn of purchasing alcohol for underage youth
In an effort to reduce consumption of alcohol by underage youth, the Boone County Alliance has partnered with local retailers…
Notices of road closures: River Road closed just west of Anderson Ferry, I-471 periodic lane closures
Ky 8 (River Road) will be closed to through traffic until further notice due to a slide near the 6.5…
Grant County student Haley Bryan competing in Poetry Out Loud finals in Washington, D.C.
Grant County High School sophomore Haley Bryan will compete against 52 other state champions in the Poetry Out Loud National…