COVID-19 Update: Beshear reports 299 new cases, four deaths; challenges to his restrictions, more
Gov. Andy Beshear reported that Kentucky had 299 new COVID-19 cases and four deaths as of Friday afternoon. This brings…
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Allison Ball, Kentucky Saves 529, KHEAA partner for Treasurer’s Summer Challenge; set for July
Kentucky State Treasurer Allison Ball announced Monday a partnership with Kentucky Saves 529 and the Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority…
Lexington Legends, Florence Y’Alls to meet in ‘Battle of the Bourbon Trail’ summer baseball series
The Lexington Legends and the Florence Y’Alls have announced The Battle of the Bourbon Trail, a newly formed venture to…
City of Newport announces $50 gift card giveaway contest for residents completing 2020 Census
Newport residents who complete the United States 2020 Census will be eligible to win a $50 gift card through a…
COVID-19 UPDATE: Beshear reports 239 new cases, nine deaths; says ‘don’t let your guard down’
Gov. Andy Beshear on Thursday updated Kentuckians on the state’s ongoing battle against the novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19), reporting 239…
Top state officials praise primary election success in the pandemic; future of mail-in voting undetermined
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Top Kentucky officials of both parties are saying the recent primary election, which was perhaps…
Kentucky Realtors report home sales down in May — but pending sales will show up stronger in June
Home sales numbers were down as expected in May — 3,894 closings took place, down 23 percent from the 5,051…
Art Lander’s Outdoors: Non-native mussel, aquatic vegetation have become common in Kentucky waters
A non-native mussel and three species of non-native aquatic vegetation have become established in Kentucky’s major lakes. Zebra Mussels endanger…
As July 4 approaches, KYTC reminds Kentucky motorists that ‘Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving’
This Independence Day, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) is joining the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to remind drivers…
Al Cross: Does Amy McGrath have any chance against Mitch McConnell?
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell surely smiled as he watched Amy McGrath slip, stumble and nearly fall to state Rep….
Analysis: Unfortunately, to mask or not to mask is the question for our time; choices rife with symbolism
By Jan Hillard NKyTribune data editor Scientific fact can be cold and inconvenient. Viral protection is related to wearing a…
SD1 to begin sanitary sewer relocation project along Highland Pike in Fort Wright next week
Sanitation District No. 1 will begin work next week to replace a failed sanitary sewer pipe and above-ground bypass line…
Letter to Newport community from Tony Watts, new superintendent of Newport Independent Schools
Dear Newport Community, I am reaching out to students, parents, families and members of the community to introduce myself as…
Beshear talks of ‘test of a lifetime’ and reports 220 new COVID-19 cases, seven deaths
Gov. Andy Beshear reported 220 new COVID cases and seven deaths as of Wednesday afternoon. “Kentuckians have risen to the…
Kentucky health experts advise Fourth of July food safety; protect your family from foodborne bacteria
The Fourth of July holiday offers opportunities for outdoor fun with family and friends. However, these warm-weather events also present…
Daily Yonder: How Amy McGrath defeated Charles Booker in Democratic primary — by the numbers
By Tim Marema Editor, Daily Yonder Former Marine Corps pilot Amy McGrath took the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate in…
Prep Sports Notebook: Ryle girls basketball program continues string of Division I college recruits
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter Brie Crittendon, a starting guard on Ryle girls basketball teams that won 9th Region…
Kentucky Department of Education names three finalists for state’s next commissioner of education
The Kentucky Board of Education has named three candidates vying to become Kentucky’s next commissioner of education. The board will…
Louisville assistant coach likes competition in the quarterback room; sees four capable signal callers
By Rocco Gasparro University of Louisville A year ago, the quarterback room at the University of Louisville seemed set. Jawon…
Democrat Karen Berg wins special election to replace state GOP Sen. Ernie Harris, who held seat 25 years
Staff report In the big surprise of the primary election was a special election in a State Senate race to…
We miss hugs. But while it’s our natural way of connecting, we have to pass during this pandemic
By Maridith Yahl NKyTribune health reporter During this pandemic, there has been little to no physical contact, except for those…
Cincinnati Zoo has new arrival, first king penguin chick to hatch since 2012; it’s the Year of the Penguin
It’s fitting that the first king penguin chick to hatch at the Zoo since 2012 arrived in 2020, a year…