EducateNKY seeking volunteers for its second Start of School Assistance Initiative
EducateNKY is seeking volunteers for its second annual Start of School Assistance Initiative. Its aim is to recruit volunteers for…
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Road Report: KYTC District 6 cites road work expected in area this week — beware detours, closings
KYTC District 6 reports work being done in the region this week, noting that inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances…
BCM’s NKY History Hour discusses Black self-defense in Post-Civil War Kentucky
After the Civil War, newly freed African Americans in Kentucky faced a time of great uncertainty and danger. In the…
Opinion – Judy Harris: Ode to teachers as school year comes to a close
“Those who know do. Those who understand teach.” Aristotle Another school year is in the books. And teachers as well…
The River: Readying the rafter CLYDE for the long journey south to its new home on the Middle Ohio
The riverboat captain is a storyteller. Captain Don Sanders shares the stories of his long association with the river —…
Emergency Shelter of Northern Kentucky honored volunteers at Florence Nature Park celebration
The Emergency Shelter of Northern Kentucky (ESNKY) honored its local volunteers with a commemorative celebration and awards ceremony at the…
Key organizations to celebrate state’s 233rd birthday on Kentucky History Day June 7 in Frankfort
Staff report The Kentucky Historical Society and others will celebrate Kentucky’s 233rd birthday on Kentucky History Day, sponsored by WesBanco,…
KY Transportation Cabinet issues alert over text message scam — don’t click the link
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) is warning Kentuckians of fraudulent text messages impersonating state agencies, which feature a suspicious link…
Government briefs: A round up of happenings in Taylor Mill, Campbell County this week
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter TAYLOR MILL Dr Jodi Heekin cut the ribbon on her new, improved animal hospital…
ACLU dismisses lawsuit challenging near-total abortion ban; pro-life advocates declare victory
By Mark Maynard Kentucky Today A lawsuit attempting to overturn the state’s near-total abortion ban was withdrawn Friday, the American…
BCM to host ‘purr-fectly’ fun adventure for kids three to five at Chippie’s Sensational Kids Club
School’s out and the summer fun is just beginning. Start the season with a ‘paws-itively’ playful morning at Chippie’s Sensational…
Joe Heller: Cartoonist’s views on TACO Trade, RFK’s brain worm, the penny, vacation time
Joe Heller was the editorial cartoonist for the Green Bay Press-Gazette in Green Bay, Wis., from 1985 until being laid…
Distance runners who broke state records received different colored medals at Class 3A state track meet
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter Two local distance runners broke state records at the Class 3A track and field…
Lundergan family to build religious garden, giant cross at historic Washington village in Maysville
By Jack Brammer Kentucky Lantern MAYSVILLE — Jerry Lundergan, a well-known Lexington businessman who once was state Democratic Party chairman,…
Beechwood Independent Schools alumnus Justin Kaiser to serve as district’s next superintendent
The Beechwood Independent Schools Board of Education on Thursday approved a contract for Justin Kaiser to serve as the district’s…
Campbell County Public Library to kick off summer reading program with special events June 2-5
The Campbell Coounty Public Library has announced the return of its annual Summer Reading program, running from Sunday, June 1…
Long-time democrat Sen. Robin Webb of Carter County announces party affiliation switch to Republican
Staff report Sen. Robin Webb, of Carter County, announced she is switching her party affiliation from Democrat to Republican. Her…
Separate road repairs to close sections of Main Street, Green Road in Walton beginning Monday
CSX Transportation will close a portion of Main Street (U.S. 25) in downtown Walton in Boone County beginning Monday, June…
KFF Health News: Feds chop enforcement staff and halt rules meant to curb black lung in coal miners
By Taylor Sisk KFF Health News In early April, President Donald Trump gathered dozens of hard-hat-clad coal miners around him…
City of Florence to mark opening of new Fire, EMS Station 34 with community open house June 8
The City of Florence Fire/EMS Department will welcome the community to a public open house at its newly opened Florence…
Opinion – Ben Mudd: Kentucky making strides in opioid fight, but more critical steps remain
Hopefully, you saw the recent good news that drug overdose deaths in Kentucky dropped by 30.2% last year — the…
CovCath distance runner ends career as scoring leader on state champion track team
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter Will Sheets capped a remarkable high school running career Friday when the Covington Catholic…