Our Rich History: Una Merkel, silver screen actress, was born in Covington, had an illustrious career
By John Schlipp Special to NKyTribune Hollywood’s classic silver screen era still resounds in popular culture. Even contemporary films continue…
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Hillary Clinton visits Northern Kentucky home of Nathan Smith just days before Tuesday’s primary
By Vicki Prichard NKyTribune reporter Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton was in Fort Mitchell Sunday at the home of Nathan…
Public meeting for update on Rabbit Hash to be held Monday evening at Burlington extension service
A public meeting is scheduled for the Rabbit Hash Historical Society to provide an update and information on the progress…
Northern Kentucky University awards 1600 degrees at spring commencement ceremonies over the weekend
More than 1,600 students were honored at Northern Kentucky University’s Spring Commencement Saturday at BB&T Arena. Commencement exercises were…
Young brain cancer survivor finds comfort in his art, now showing at the Carnegie
By Vicki Prichard NKyTribune reporter Burke Tinsley can’t remember a time when he wasn’t creating creatures. Since he was eight…
Primary election is Tuesday: Here are the sample ballots for your county — Help get out the vote
Here are the sample official ballots for your county that should have been published in the “newspaper of record” for…
Kentucky Afield Outdoors: Late spring means it’s time to chase redear sunfish and bluegill
By Lee McClellan Special to NKyTribune (This is the eighth installment of the “Spring Fishing Fever” series of articles, detailing…
Boone Circuit Court Judge Schrand rules Seifried ineligible to seek 69th District House Seat
NKyTribune staff report Boone Circuit Court Judge James R. Schrand has ruled Daniel “Danny” Seifried is not an eligible candidate…
Keith Taylor: Calipari says Tyler Ulis will excel in NBA; Cats to play twice in New York next season
John Calipari thinks Tyler Ulis will enjoy a successful career and credits Isaiah Thomas for paving the way for the…
Southbank Partners, Newport Business Association offer free summer concerts at World Peace Bell Park
Southbank Partners and the Newport Business Association are hosting a summer concert series at the World Peace Bell Park in…
First Frontier Airlines’ nonstop service to Philadelphia takes off tonight with sold-out flight
Frontier Airlines added new nonstop service to Philadelphia today with a sold-out flight that departs at 7:50 p.m. For the…
Paul Long: Recounting the experience of The Flying Pig Marathon, or ‘I ran up Mount Everest’
In the wee hours of Sunday morning, long before the sun rose, it was raining. In anticipation of their Flying…
Paul Whalen: Please exercise your right to vote; there are important choices to be made
There is an expression “use it or lose it”. This usually applies to skills and athletics. However, it could apply…
Kenton County Parks & Recreation Wild Wednesdays! return to Middleton-Mills Park
Kenton County Parks provides an opportunity for Northern Kentuckians to discover the fascinating world of wildlife this summer. From May…
May 21 is Kids to Parks Day at Kentucky State Parks; special events planned at five Bluegrass locations
Kids to Parks Day, celebrated on May 21, is a day devoted to outdoor play, organized by the National Park…
Billy Reed: Dilapidated Pimlico likely to see Nyquist capture second leg of racing’s Triple Crown
As we begin contemplating the second jewel of thoroughbred racing’s Triple Crown, your first question probably is, “What is a…
Recall of more than 47 million pounds of meat and poultry products includes some sold here
NKyTribune staff report A massive USDA-ordered recall of meat and poultry products potentially contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes includes products sold…
Gateway Board recommends approval of budget with stipulations; staff and faculty reductions revealed
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor The Gateway Community and Technical College Board of Directors recommended approval of the 2016-17…
Dave & Buster’s now hiring for Florence location on Mall Road; 200 positions to fill prior to June opening
Dave & Buster’s, the ultimate entertainment destination, will open its first-ever Kentucky location on Mall Road in Florence Heights in…
Boone County Sheriff warns of another phone scam; involves missed grand jury duty, prepaid gift cards
The Boone County has issued a warning regarding another phone scam in the region. In this one, a caller tries…
Prep Sports Notebook: Highlands softball team has perfect record against local opponents
By Terry Boehmker NKy Tribune sports reporter The Highlands fast-pitch softball team that has not lost to a Northern Kentucky…
Kentucky uninsured rate drops to 7.5 percent, lower than national average, eight surrounding states
More Kentuckians are gaining health insurance coverage, a trend that has continued since the Affordable Care Act (ACA) was implemented…