Legendary Keeneland bugler, George ‘Bucky’ Salle, dies at age 87; an ‘ambassador for racing’
George “Bucky” Sallee, bugler at the historic Keeneland race track for more than 50 years until his retirement in the…
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Now a senior, Kentucky point guard Makayla Epps relishes veteran role
By Kindsey Bernhard NKyTribune intern Of the six returning players on the University of Kentucky women’s basketball team this season,…
Wildfires continue in eastern Kentucky, threatening safety and air quality; burning bans in some counties
As of Monday afternoon, there were 33 active wildfires being managed or monitored in Kentucky. Approximately 14,800 acres have burned…
Brigham Young University student from Hebron receives NASCAR Chevrolet Diversity Scholarship
NASCAR and Chevrolet today announced the winners of the second annual NASCAR Chevrolet Diversity Scholarship Contest during a press conference…
Northern Kentucky faces No. 1 seed West Virginia in NCAA women’s soccer tournament opening round
The Northern Kentucky University women’s soccer team is set to take on the No. 1 regional seed West Virginia in…
Kids can vote, too, so take them along — Kids Voting offers opportunities for kids to cast their votes
Future voters — of any age — are encouraged to go to the polls with their parent/guardian to cast a…
Keeneland’s November Breeding Stock Sale begins today — 4,762 horses — and runs through Nov. 20
Keeneland’s globally important November Breeding Stock Sale begins today, featuring among the 4,762 horses cataloged a number of Grade 1…
Secretary of State predicts 60% voter turnout — let’s go for a record today, Kentucky!
Secretary of State Alison Lundergan Grimes projected approximately 60 percent of the 3.3 million people registered to vote in Kentucky…
Kentucky is fourth ‘fattest’ state in America; not good news for National Diabetes Awareness Month
With November being National Diabetes Awareness Month and Americans collectively spending up to $315.8 billion annually on obesity-related medical treatment,…
Expansion of R.C. Durr YMCA begins; $2.7m project will include St. Elizabeth Healthy Living Center
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor Elected officials, community leaders and members of the R.C. Durr YMCA board of directors…
Commentary: Thoughts turn toward what’s next as election results loom — time to start healing
By Peggy Hinds Special to KyForward With the election upon us, my thoughts have turned towards what is next. For…
Transportation Cabinet temporarily extends hours commercial operators can deliver gas in state
Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) Sec. Greg Thomas today issued an emergency order waiving the hours of service for commercial motor…
Boone County extension office offering healthy cooking classes with lessons that go beyond the kitchen
By Aimee Nielson UK Agricultural Communications In the past 18 months, Jamie Porter has faced many challenges. Her husband passed…
Kentucky by Heart: Delightful seasonal book by Christensen paints vivid picture of Bluegrass state
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Evelyn Christensen is painting the Bluegrass State red for children with her delightful seasonal book…
Musical performances through the new year at BCPL; saxophonist Rusty Bird at main branch Friday
Summer is over, but the music continues at Boone County Public Library branches with a schedule of performances that extend…
Keith Taylor: Georgia no longer on Kentucky’s mind, Wildcats ‘jacked up’ for Tennessee
It didn’t take long for Mark Stoops to recover from a heartbreaking 27-24 loss to Georgia. By Monday, the Kentucky…
Gov. Bevin to recognize sacrifice of Fort Campbell soldiers killed in Jordan — watch for flag notices
Gov. Matt Bevin today recognized the sacrifice of three Fort Campbell Soldiers, Staff Sgt. Matthew C. Lewellen, 27, of Lawrence,…
NKyTrib, Notre Dame host public reception for Lt. Col. McGrath on Aviation Hall of Fame induction
Staff Report Lt. Col. Amy McGrath Henderson, a 1993 graduate of Notre Dame Academy, is one of four individuals with…
Jeff Rubin: Leaders or barriers — choose carefully when you go to the polls tomorrow
As a citizen expecting to vote in Tuesday’s elections, I am reminded of the old axiom that people tend to…
Gateway honoring veterans at Emerge in Covington with complimentary haircuts and chair massages
Gateway Community and Technical College’s Emerge Hair Studio & Spa will honor veterans, active military and first responders Nov. 9-11,…
Our Rich History, Part 2: Remembering journalist, local history buff, Jim Reis, who blessed us all
by Paul A. Tenkotte Special to NKyTribune The word “eulogize,” in its Latin roots, literally means “to bless.” How appropriate…