Purple People Bridge to celebrate 150th anniversary with The Big Bourbon Bash June 16
The Purple People Bridge turned 150 this year and to celebrate this historic milestone, the bridge is hosting a series…
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State’s 2021 Drug Overdose Report shows a 14.5% increase in deaths with fentanyl responsible for most
The state released its 2021 Drug Overdose Report that indicates that 2,250 Kentuckians died from drug overdoses in 2021, a…
Heat wave hits: record temperatures, heat indexes +110; know signs of heat stroke, heat exhaustion
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Kentucky is expected to see the first sustained heat wave of the year this week,…
The Carnegie offers Into the Woods, to kick off new Summer Theater Series starting June 18
It’s got songs from one of the world’s best-known composers, beloved characters across multiple tales… And now, it’s coming to…
Kentucky by Heart: Hall of fame coach John Merritt one of several sports stars native to Pendleton Co.
Pendleton County, despite its relatively small size, has raised its share of sports stars. More recently, they include Dontaie Allen,…
Simon Kenton’s Madiline Strain elected Kentucky FFA Northern Kentucky Region State Vice President
Madiline Strain was elected to serve as the 2022-2023 Kentucky FFA Northern Kentucky Region State Vice President. She is a…
Constance Alexander: Bobbie Ann Mason’s ‘Dear Ann’ dips into history and re-imagines herstory
Bobbie Ann Mason’s newest work of fiction, “Dear Ann,” is a magical mystery tour that moves between past and present,…
Auto Apprenticeship program launches to address dire shortage of area service technicians
With an estimated 25 percent to 30 percent of Northern Kentucky-area auto service bays unused for lack of service technicians…
UK Extension Agent comes to rescue for Cincinnati Zoo’s babydoll sheep long overdue for shearing
By Aimee Nielson University of Kentucky Sweet Pea and Snappy have been entertaining and educating Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden visitors for…
Newport Central Catholic opens search for new girls soccer coach after departure of Hillary Johnson
Newport Central Catholic announced today that Coach Hillary Johnson has stepped down as head coach of the girls’ soccer program….
KYTC District 6 advises I-275 exit 48 to Airport Connector close through June 16; follow detour
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 6 Office advises motorists that the I-275 WB Exit 4B to KY 212 (Airport Connector)…
Our Rich History: David A. Armstrong served as Thomas More’s 14th president, exceeded his goals
By David E. Schroeder Special to NKyTribune Part 49 of our series, “Retrospect and Vista II”: Thomas More College/University, 1971-2021…
NKY Community Action Commission, St. Elizabeth join for Juneteenth celebration June 18 in Covington
The Northern Kentucky Community Action Commission (NKCAC) is joining St. Elizabeth Healthcare (St. Elizabeth) to celebrate Juneteenth on June 18…
KBE names Mooneyhan, Blom winners of 2022 Karem Award for Excellence in Education Policy
The Kentucky Board of Education (KBE) named Leon Mooneyhan, chief executive officer of the Ohio Valley Educational Cooperative (OVEC), and…
Kentucky Chamber Foundation celebrates graduation of inaugural ‘Fair Chance Academy’ cohort
As part of an ongoing effort to address Kentucky’s workforce challenges by hiring individuals in need of a second chance,…
Point/Arc’s 18th residential home in Edgewood is special, dedicated in honor of Linda Grome
By Andy Furman Point/Arc This one is special. Very special. The Point/Arc dedicated its 18th residential home on Sunday —…
Unshame KY campaign to reduce stigma associated with drug addiction shows promising results
A campaign to reduce stigma associated with substance-use disorders has shown it can change attitudes and beliefs about people with…
City of Fort Mitchell accepting entries for annual Independence Day Parade; entry deadline June 17
The City of Fort Mitchell is accepting entries for the annual Independence Day Parade Monday, July 4. Parade Registration is…
Kentucky Kingdom plans to light up the night with extended family-friendly pumpkin display this fall
Kentucky Kingdom, Louisville’s family-friendly entertainment destination, is will debut a new family-focused fall event for the extended season. Running weekends…
Warren Greer: Kentucky’s Lincoln Trail highlights freedom, equality, and democracy
“I can stand this,” said Black Kentuckian and former slave, Elijah Marrs, as he performed military drills in Louisville in…
A River Tale: Capt. Mike Gore and the stories of ‘tortured river souls;’ looking for ghosts
(Captain Don Sanders yields his space this week to Captain Mike Gore. Captain Don will return next week) By Captain…
Team Kentucky returning from 2022 Special Olympics USA Games with 32 medals, including 15 golds
Team Kentucky will return home from the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games in Orlando with 32 medals, including 15 golds….