Ockerman Elementary students get video conference from space station with astronaut Mark Vande Hei
Students from Ockerman Elementary were treated to a video conference with an astronaut currently in space. Colonel Mark Vande Hei,…
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Elsa Heisel Sule Foundation gives $10k grant to Cincinnati Union Bethel for Move That Bus Campaign
Cincinnati Union Bethel (CUB) received a $10,000 grant from the Elsa Heisel Sule Foundation in support of its Move That…
Twins want to end their high school basketball careers playing in “Sweet 16” state tournaments
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter Taylor and Tanner Clos celebrated their 18th birthday last week. The twins are a…
Bravo announces seson 16 of Top Chef to be filmed in Kentucky this spring; casting currently underway
Get excited, Kentucky residents, because Padma Lakshmi, Tom Colicchio, Gail Simmons and Graham Elliot are heading your way. Season 16…
BBB Trends: National Consumer Protection Week aims to help people understand their rights and more
By Sandra Guille Better Business Bureau Are you looking to protect yourself from fraud or identity theft? Maybe you heard…
Smart Health: Don’t ignore heart attack symptoms — Phil Dietz knew better but he lived to talk about it
Phil Dietz has an endless list of jobs — Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Director for Independence Fire Department, flight paramedic,…
‘The Real Mayberry’ — yes, it’s a place where Andy Griffith grew up and represents rural hometowns
By Heather Chapman The Rural Blog Mount Airy, N.C., population about 10,000, was the inspiration for the fictional town of…
NKU notebook: Norse (19-8) aim for 20th victory Monday night in home finale for senior trio
By Don Owen NKyTribune reporter In what promises to be an interesting home finale Monday night, Northern Kentucky University can…
Lewis County sheriff’s deputies seize half-pound of crystal meth — largest ever — after a traffic stop
Lewis County recorded its largest seizure ever, taking in a half-pound of a substance believe to be crystal methamphetamine after…
The River: Steamboating on the AVALON, the last tramp excursion boat, with excitement in St. Paul
The riverboat captain is a storyteller, and Captain Don Sanders will be sharing the stories of his long association with…
Walton-Verona wrestler wins state title match to finish senior season with perfect record
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter Walton-Verona wrestler Ryan Moore closed out an undefeated senior season with his 47th consecutive…
Cabinet for Economic Development asking local governments to help identify ‘Opportunity Zones’
The Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development is asking local governments of counties and cities across Kentucky to assist in identifying…
Juva Barber: Heads up KY, Trump infrastructure plan predicated on increased investment from states
President Donald Trump unveiled his infrastructure plan. The overarching goals of the plan are to stimulate at least $1.5 trillion…
UK College of Agriculture to host two day-long fencing schools in March
Livestock producers know good fencing is vital to their operation. To help producers learn about the newest fencing methods and…
Kentucky Crafted Market at Louisville Exposition Center March 3-4, showcasing visual, craft artists
Make your own instrument, add your unique touch to a collaborative collage and learn the art of paper sculpture. These…
NKY Chamber to host special Government Forum luncheon featuring three mayors on Feb. 23
The NKY Chamber of Commerce is excited to present a special Government Forum featuring local mayors on Friday, February 23,…
AG Beshear announces grants to nonprofits, public agencies to combat child sexual abuse
Attorney General Andy Beshear invites Kentucky nonprofits and public agencies that can offer effective programs to combat child sexual abuse…
Lawmakers take 3-day weekend with pension issue looming, saying a bill could be introduced Tuesday
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Kentucky lawmakers are on a three-day weekend with the pension issue still unresolved. The…
Two seniors share Division I Player of the Year in boys’ basketball after coaches’ voting ends in tie
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter Two seniors with impressive statistics tied for Division I Player of the Year in…
Focus on Catholic Charities: Healing, hope, human potential, agency expands scope, remains proactive
Partnering with Horizons Community Funds of Northern Kentucky, we’re offering a series of stories about the region’s nonprofits. By Tess…
Thomas More women finish perfect (18-0) in conference; TMC men earn No. 1 seed in PAC Tourney
NKyTribune staff The Thomas More College women’s basketball team picked a perfect way to end the regular season and make…
Cooper senior guard Lexi Held voted top player in Division I girls’ basketball for second straight year
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter Cooper senior guard Lexi Held, the second leading scorer in Kentucky girls’ high school…