New life for ‘Pickle Factory’ in Covington; mostly hidden, long-vacant building on agenda for facelift
At various times during its 150-plus years of “life,” the somewhat hidden three-story brick building at 422 Madison Ave. has…
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Jamie Vaught: UK great ‘Wah Wah’ Jones played for legends Bear Bryant, Adolph Rupp — at same time
(Editor’s Note: During our national COVID-19 crisis, longtime sports columnist Jamie H. Vaught will be writing about the ex-Wildcats who…
Covington observes 11th annual NKY Pride LGBTQ festival this weekend with opening of community center
With the City of Covington as the title sponsor, the 11th annual rendition of NKY Pride will be observed this…
Thomas More University names Dr. Molly Smith its first provost after national search; starts July 1
Thomas More University President Joseph L. Chillo has announced that Dr. Molly Smith will serve as the university’s first provost….
NKY has 13 COVID cases; state 295, 8 deaths; NASCAR back (no spectators), Historical racing on June 8
As of Thursday afternoon, the NKY Health Department reported 13 additional cases of COVID-19 in Northern Kentucky, for 1,298 total…
Local public libraries to get free access to Kentucky Virtual Library; CPE partners with KDLA to fund effort
The Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education (CPE) and the Kentucky Department for Libraries and Archives (KDLA) announced a partnership Thursday…
Dr. Sonja Feist-Price: There is an opportunity to chart a new path forward, starting now
-Ahmaud Arbery, age 25, Brunswick, Georgia — February 23 -Breonna Taylor, age 26, Louisville, Kentucky — March 13 -Steven Taylor,…
Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky releases statement on racism and health inequities
From the Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky: Racism kills every day. The horrific deaths of African Americans in the past…
Bridgeview Box Park at Newport on Levee is just the place for fun, relaxation and social distancing
By Tory McKinley NKyTribune intern Newport on the Levee launched an exciting new venture that will be sure to draw…
Art Lander’s Outdoors: Hybrid striped bass in Ky. waters are result of a controlled interspecies cross
The Hybrid Striped Bass is the result of interspecific hybridization, a cross of two species that must occur in the…
As COVID-induced mental health issues emerge, this expert says ‘send your brain on a summer vacation’
By Maridith Yahl NKyTribune reporter It’s summer and that usually means lots of fun. But, the quarantine from COVID-19 has…
Calipari atop New York Knicks’ coaching wish list? UK mentor unlikely to consider NBA opening
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today John Calipari’s name has surfaced yet again as a potential candidate for the head coaching…
U.S. 6th Circuit Court of Appeals, in split decision, throws out law restricting common abortion method
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today A federal court of appeals panel in Cincinnati, on a split decision, has upheld a…
Discussion continues on shape of school in the fall; legislators hear from educators about challenges
By Sky Carroll Kentucky Department of Education At its recent meeting, the Kentucky General Assembly’s Interim Joint Committee on Education heard concerns…
Bill Straub: Quite a pair. As Trump disintegrates, McConnell just keeps digging grave for democracy
America’s Il Duce, one Donald John Trump, aka President Extremely Stable Genius, aka President Great and Unmatched Wisdom, in MacArthur-returns-to-the-Philippines…
NKY has 9 cases, 2 deaths; state 265 cases, 8 deaths; unemployment, budget shortfalls are challenges
As of Wednesday afternoon, the NKY Health Department reported nine new cases of COVID-19 and two deaths, bringing totals to…
UK standout John Rhodes named national co-Freshman of the Year by Collegiate Baseball News
University of Kentucky freshman infielder/outfielder John Rhodes has been named national co-Freshman of the Year by Collegiate Baseball News. The publication previously…
Governor says no need for special session on budget matters, due to agreement with legislative leaders
Gov. Andy Beshear announced Wednesday that he has reached an agreement with legislative leaders to avoid the need for the…
Long wait over for retired educator Tim Hanner, donor Alyssa Vanderpool; kidney transplant a success
By Judy Clabes NKyTribune editor The wait was long and tedious for retired educator Tim Hanner and his kidney donor,…
Horizon Community Funds of Northern Kentucky grants nearly $60K to nonprofits in COVID-19 battle
Horizon Community Funds of Northern Kentucky has announced its next round of funding to be released during the coronavirus pandemic….
Keven Moore: Plenty of summertime driving hazards — construction, motorcycles, bicyclists, pedestrians
In the winter, many of us associate the season with risky driving conditions. However as the season changes, it’s important…
Covington celebrates anti-blight program as ribbon is cut on two new single-family Mainstrasse homes
A program started to return once-blighted property to productive use celebrated its first “graduates” Wednesday. Covington officials helped cut the…