Advancing Equity: CAC working to create opportunities for all, give voice to voiceless
Part of a series by NKY’s nonprofits who stand together against racism and any acts that dehumanize people. By Catrena…
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On hot days, Rumpke to collect Covington trash an hour earlier — so put your trash out the night before
On brutally hot days, the garbage trucks may be driving down Covington streets an hour earlier than usual. In an…
UK linebacker Jamar Watson named to Bednarik Award watch list; recorded 6.5 sacks in 2019
University of Kentucky senior outside linebacker Jamar “Boogie” Watson has been named to the Chuck Bednarik Award watch list. Presented…
AAA: Gasoline prices remain mostly steady, despite demand at highest level in four nearly months
Gasoline demand increased on the week to the highest level (8.7 million barrels per day) since March as stocks decreased,…
Tri-ED’s Blue North gets $510,000 RISE grant from KCED, becomes independent organization
Northern Kentucky Tri-ED’s Blue North, the community for startups and small businesses in Northern Kentucky, has received a $510,000 RISE…
A Town Hall on unemployment and the challenge of job loss as some benefits are set to end
Since the end of March, the extra $600 a week in Unemployment Insurance has pumped at least $1.5 billion into…
Charles Leis: Landmark SCOTUS cases upholds school choice; Ky. needs scholarship tax credits
A few short days ago, school choice advocates and nonpublic school families across the U.S. celebrated the school choice ruling…
Sen. John Schickel: Remembering my friend John Salyers, his humor and devotion to good causes
When I think of John Salyers, I think of three phases of our friendship. John was a lieutenant on the…
Beshear reports 277 new COVID-19 cases, four deaths; sees rise in younger child victims
Gov. Andy Beshear updated Kentuckians on the state’s continued efforts to fight the novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) and reported 277…
Kentucky by Heart: A sneak-peek of coming children’s book starting with Joey and honey balls
Editor’s Note: This is the first of a two-part selection from Steve Flairty’s in-progress children’s book, tentatively titled Kentucky Billy…
Principal Jessica Pass has written a children’s book about Willy Woolly WInglewish, inspired by a student
Jessica Pass is principal at Erpenbeck Elementary School in Florence — and the author of a children’s book for sale…
Former Lloyd HS teacher Seydrick Walker arrested, charged with inducing minor to engage in sex
Erlanger Police have announced the arrest of Seydrick Walker, a former Lloyd High School substitute teacher who has been charged…
Beshear reports 227 new COVID-19 cases, three deaths; in battle against pandemic, wear the mask
Gov. Andy Beshear on Sunday updated Kentuckians on the state’s continued efforts to fight the novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19), reporting…
Candace McGraw to receive 2021 Metropolitan Award, which goes to those who unify regional community
Candace McGraw, CEO of the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) is the recipient of the 2021 Metropolitan Award, presented by…
Behringer-Crawford Museum presents free virtual concert with Nichole Zuraitis, Dan Pugach
It was the “Year of the Woman” at the 61st annual Grammy Awards, and one outstanding woman was jazz and…
Sports Marketing guru Jim Host writes about ‘Changing the Game,’ the story of his life and career
By Zach Klemme The Daily Independent/Kentucky Today Jim Host recently moved. The Ashland native and his wife, Pat, are both…
Early Childhood Learning network established to provide services to child care providers in NKY
In June, Cincinnati-based nonprofit 4C for Children ended delivery of services to child care providers, families and employers in Northern…
Urban League and Centennial form partnership to increase diversity and leadership pipeline
The Urban League of Greater Southwestern Ohio and Centennial Talent Strategy and Executive Search are partnering to create a leadership…
UK women’s golfer María Villanueva Aperribay captures medalist honors at tournament in Spain
Newcomer María Villanueva Aperribay is also getting in on the University of Kentucky women’s golf’s summer of championships. The incoming…
Jan Hillard: Reopening schools and lessons learned from spring shutdown; schools face a dilemma
As Fall approaches, school districts, parents, students, and elected officials are struggling with the question of re-opening schools amidst the…
Carespring CEO Chris Chirumbolo of Cold Spring selected to serve on two regional healthcare boards
Carespring CEO and Cold Spring resident Chris Chirumbolo is serving as the co-chair of the congregate care/living steering committee as…
Playground equipment in Latonia’s Barb Cook Park removed as long-awaited renovation begins
Playground equipment in Barb Cook Park is being removed as Phase I of the Latonia park’s long-awaited renovation gets under…