Covington acknowledges its diversity, inclusive attitude with new Juneteenth official holiday
The City of Covington has a new official holiday: Juneteenth. On a practical level, that means City Hall will remain…
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The Frosthaus in Covington serves up yummy frozen concoctions and will debut at GABP opening day
By Andy Furman NKyTribune reporter Tom Von Den Benken can’t wait for Reds’ Opening Day. And he has a really…
Simon Kenton girls basketball coach will close the book on successful career in postseason playoffs
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter One of the area’s most successful girls high school basketball coaches will close out…
Kentucky has high rate of lung disease; see KET’s 3-part series ‘Fighting to Breathe’ starting tomorrow
When it comes to lung health, Kentucky has its challenges. The Commonwealth has one of the highest rates of lung…
Vehicles buyers are paying the highest prices ever, some tips to help save as vehicle costs skyrocket
Drivers are not just experiencing pain at the pump these days, but they’re feeling pain at the car dealership as…
Kenton County Public Library-Covington to host KY Science Center’s traveling Science in Play exhibit
Kentucky Science Center‘s traveling exhibit Science in Play2Go is coming to Kentucky’s libraries. A miniature version of KSC’s signature Science…
The River: Paddlewheelers especially wooden ones are a special kind of boat; here’s a tutorial
The riverboat captain is a storyteller, and Captain Don Sanders will be sharing the stories of his long association with…
Kentucky Heritage Council launches survey seeking public input on five-year historic preservation plan
The Kentucky Heritage Council/State Historic Preservation Office (KHC) has launched a survey seeking public input for a new five-year state…
Joe Heller: The week’s news in cartoons, full color, broad strokes, and few words — good for a smile
Joe Heller was the editorial cartoonist for the Green Bay Press-Gazette in…
Prysmian Group donated food items to FUEL NKU from its Souper Bowl Food Drive — no loss here
In honor of the Cincinnati Bengals’ run to the Super Bowl, Prysmian Group donated 2,005 food items to FUEL NKU…
Prep Sports Notebook: Seniors share 9th Region Player of the Year award in girls basketball
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter Two talented seniors were named co-winners of the 9th Region Player of the Year Award…
John G. Carlisle tasting event March 3 to celebrate 125th anniversary of Bottled-in Bond Act
Whiskey fans from across the Tri-State are invited to attend the John G. Carlisle Bottled-in-Bond (BIB) Competition and Celebration from…
Proposed CDC guidelines for treating pain encourage non-opioid therapies, avoid one-size-fits-all approach
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has proposed new guidelines that would move…
Boy Scouts to hold annual Good Scout Award luncheon March 16; Dinsmore to be honored
Sean Casey, the Cincinnati Reds player also known as “The Mayor,” will be the guest speaker during the 2022 Good…
Joe Geraci: As lung cancer survivor, second-hand smoke victim, make Turfway Park facility smoke-free
As a Northern Kentucky resident, I was excited to learn about the revitalization of Turfway Park since it is a…
NKY accounting firm Rudler PSC announces leadership changes, president’s retirement
Rudler, PSC, an Northern Kentucky independent public accounting firm, has announced multiple leadership changes. Tami Lawson, CPA, has been promoted…
Kenton County’s Emily Arzen named Outstanding Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney by KCAA
The Kentucky Commonwealth’s Attorneys Association named Kenton County Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney Emily J. Arnzen “2022 Outstanding Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney.” Arnzen…
Anticipating long weekend and holiday, legislators made it quick Friday: House 3 bills, Senate none
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today State lawmakers apparently decided to start their long holiday weekend early as the House acted…
KBE seeking nominations for 2022 David Karem Award for Excellence in Education Policy
The Kentucky Board of Education (KBE) is accepting nominations for the Karem Award for Excellence in Education Policy. The award,…
Keith Taylor: Tubby Smith always coached with integrity, announces his retirement
Tubby Smith offered no hint at retirement when he returned to Rupp Arena on New Year’s Eve, but did give…
Girl Scouts celebrate female entrepreneurship, leadership with cookie weekend; order cookies now
Girl Scouts of Kentucky’s Wilderness Road (GSKWR) and Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) will celebrate female entrepreneurship and leadership…
Franklin Judge Wingate denies Democrats effort to block redistricting maps but orders suits to continue
By Jack Brammer NKyTribune reporter Franklin Circuit Judge Thomas Wingate turned down a request Thursday by the Kentucky Democratic Party…