WASHINGTON – Rep. Thomas Massie probably never met Robert W. Welch but the Republican lawmaker from Somewhereorother Lewis County is leading a campaign that would make the old, reactionary battle axe proud. Welch, some of you may recall, founded the John Birch Society in 1958, an organization so far to the right that even the…
By Claire A. Johnson NKyTribune intern Tourists spent $13.7 billion in Kentucky in 2015, an increase of 5 percent over 2014, and the Kentucky Tourism, Arts and Heritage Cabinet predicts that trend will continue this year. The state’s natural wonders and location are major factors in drawing visitors, according to Laura Brooks, deputy communication director…
The NBA season has been over for more than two weeks but that doesn’t stop players from competing in the summer months. Two summer leagues began this week in Orlando and Utah, giving players an opportunity to earn roster spots and further develop their skills. Several former Kentucky standouts are playing in the two leagues,…
Around the world, the carp is both a reviled and revered species. Most anglers in Kentucky consider the common carp, introduced in the mid-1800s, to be a nuisance “trash” fish, a bottom feeder of poor quality flesh. In fact, all nine of the most prominent species of carp in family Cyprinidae, are considered globally invasive…
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor When Ben Rhodes drove past Kentucky Speedway as a kid, on his way to race go karts or Bandloeros not long ago, racing at the “big track” seemed like a dream. That dream comes true Thursday Night when Rhodes and the other NASCAR Camping World Truck Series drivers compete…
Three community groups — including one from NKY, have received awards from the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services to help their efforts to stop elder abuse. The Public Awareness Initiative awards, including $500 each, went to the Kentucky River Council Against the Maltreatment of Elders, the Northern Kentucky Elder Maltreatment Alliance and the…
By Berry Craig NKyTribune columnist One of the most famous photos from World War II shows five U.S. Marines hosting the Stars and Stripes over Mount Suribachi during the battle of Iwo Jima in 1945. No photographer preserved it for posterity, but there was a similar scene during the Civil War. The heroes were six…
Paul Miller Ford “wanted to do something big” for the Fourth of July, and when they couldn’t find a flag big enough for their 27-acre dealership — they found a creative solution. They “hit the lots” to make one themselves. Seven hours , 10 drivers, and 123 cars later they have a special flag covering…
A 57-year-old Lawrenceburg man died in a single-car accident on Interstate 275 in Boone County Saturday afternoon. There were no passengers in the vehicle and no-one else was injured in the incident. Law enforcement officials say the man may have suffered a medical event just prior to the accident. The Boone County Sheriff’s Office issued…
Looking to escape the summer heat, Kentuckians will flock to local pools, waterparks and lakes for a day of relaxing relief or to play water sports. However, contact lens wearers sometimes break important sanitation rules and risk infection by wearing their contact lenses around water, which often contains bacteria. The Kentucky Optometric Association (KOA) offers…
“Spartan: Ultimate Team Challenge” host and former NFL linebacker Dhani Jones will serve as the Honorary Pace Vehicle Driver for the sixth annual NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Quaker State 400 presented by Advance Auto parts on Saturday, July 9. “As a fan of NASCAR, riding in the pace vehicle is an honor,” Jones said. “I…
The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce along with the International Trade Association (NKITA) is holding an event to discuss the recently completed $5 billion expansion of the Panama Canal and how it affects businesses in Kentucky and along the Ohio River, on July 8. Do you know how the Panama expansion affects our region? “The…
The Boone County Public Library offers events at its branches and throughout the county during the month of June. A list of scheduled events for teens and children is included here. A separate list of events for adults is available here . Storytime: Toddler Tales (2-1/2 to 3-1/2 years) Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, 11 a.m Main…
By Evan Merrill NKyTribune intern Service. Devotion. Tradition. These words describe the Eifert family from Latonia, who were recently honored by the naming of a street near Holy Cross High School. “Eifert Family Way” runs parallel to Church Street between East Southern Avenue and the railroad tracks, behind Holy Cross Church and the Thomas B….
By Steve Preston Special to NKyTribune Let’s talk politics. The two candidates running for the presidency can be described in this way. One is a member of the Washington elite, vetted by the former president, and is both a former U.S. Secretary of State and U.S. Senator from New York. The other is a wealthy…
From the Rural Blog U.S. coal production recently hit historically low level, but is rebounding, and investors seem to think it has bottomed out, BB&T capital markets analyst Mark Levin said in a note to clients last week. Tim Loh of Bloomberg reports on that, adding: “Some coal stocks are rallying as a recovery in…
By Kevin Kelly Special to NKyTribune Millions of motorists soon will take to the nation’s roadways with plans of spending the extended Fourth of July holiday weekend boating on a lake or river. But one of the busiest boating weekends of the year is not a time to throw caution to the wind. “As a…
After the governor vetoed legislation earlier this year that would have created a new Kentucky driver’s license to meet the tougher federal standards of the Real ID Act, a panel of lawmakers gathered this week to discuss a path forward. The state will first ask federal officials for an extension to meet the tougher standards,…
By Liz McEwan Special to NKyTribune from NKY Thrives The city of Newport has experienced steady growth in the 15 years since Newport on the Levee brought a major boost to the Northern Kentucky riverfront. More recently, an influx of community-minded residents and business owners has helped Newport solidify its reputation as far more than…
Kentucky State Parks will celebrate the Fourth of July with activities across the state with the events include fireworks displays, picnics, entertainment and more. Kentucky State Parks have lodges, cottages, restaurants, campgrounds, historic sites, marinas, golf courses, hiking trails, fishing and more recreational activities. To make lodging or camping reservations or to learn more about…
The Kentucky Distillers’ Association has honored Sen. John Schickel, R-Union, with its prestigious “100 Proof Award” for his leadership in passing landmark tourism legislation that will elevate and transform the KDA’s Kentucky Bourbon Trail® adventures. “Sen. Schickel spent countless hours advocating and negotiating this historic legislation that will reform our tourism experiences, create jobs, spur…
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor The Kentucky Hunger Task Force held the first of 10 regional meetings Tuesday at the Campbell County Extension Office in Highland Heights. Kentucky Commissioner of Agriculture Ryan Quarles was joined by Kurt Reiber, CEO, Freestore Foodbank and Tamara Sandberg, executive director, Kentucky Association of Food Banks to begin the…
