By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist This is a reprint of a Kentucky by Heart column that was originally published on April 28, 2015 I’ve always liked to sell things, even at an early age. I helped Mom sell strawberries picked from our patch on our three-and-a half acre farm in Claryville. I tried selling greeting…
By Berry Craig NKyTribune columnist When the Yankees captured Confederate President Jefferson Davis, a Christian County native, Trigg Countian Hazard Perry Baker offered his sword as a token of surrender. Baker, a Rebel army lieutenant, doesn’t rate even a line in most history books. Neither does Capt. Given Campbell and the other horsemen from the…
This past weekend most of us sat in front of the television and watched in horror the news of the deadly attack at the Pulse nightclub in Orlando, FL. While watching survivors being interviewed I noticed when people are faced with a near-death experience some freeze in their tracks and succumb to their morality, while…
This is the last of four articles on Kentucky’s ancient fish. The American paddlefish (Polyodon spathula) is a member of family Polyodontidae, closely related to the two species of sturgeons in Kentucky — the shovelnose sturgeon (Scaphirhynchus platorynchus), and the lake sturgeon (Acipenser fulvescens). Fossil records of paddlefish date back over 300 million years, nearly…
NKyTribune staff report Northern Kentucky drivers traveling into Cincinnati this weekend should be aware of lane closures and restrictions on Interstate 71. The disruption will include a shutdown of Northbound I-71 across the Brent Spence Bridge. The disruptions are part of the $30 million Lytle Tunnel Project that began last year and will not be…
The Ohio Valley Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences has nominated KET productions and programs for 14 Regional Emmy Awards. The awards recognize excellence in the areas of local news, programming and individual achievement and are one of the industry’s highest honors. “These Regional Emmy Award nominations are a testament to…
By Lee McClellan Special to NKyTribune The gorgeous weather combined with warming, but tolerable, temperatures make June one of the best months to be outside. The wonderful weather drives hordes of largemouth bass anglers to waters across Kentucky, filled with anticipation of catching a couple of five pounders. Often, at the end of a day…
Fitch Ratings has upgraded CVG’s revenue bonds rating to A+ from an A-, citing “the airport’s measurably improved financial profile on a go-forward basis under its new five-year hybrid compensatory airline use agreement” as the reason for the upgrade. Fitch also pointed out as key rating drivers, CVG’s “continued stabilization of the airport’s origin…
Newport’s legendary Italianfest begins tonight and runs through Sunday– and will include the inaugural Lauren Hill 5K Spaghetti Run. Join the celebration of 25th Annual Newport Italianfest. Enjoy live music all weekend at Festival Park on Riverboat Row between the Purple People and Taylor Southgate Bridges. Listing of vendors starting at the Purple People Bridge:…
NKyTribune staff report Florence Police have arrested Abelino Dozal, of Lexington, in conjunction with the June 2 hit-and-run accident on Interstate 75 that involved a Covington Police K9 cruiser. Covington Police Officer Michael Lusardi, a K9 Handler for the Covington Police, was operating his police vehicle on I75 S/B when he was struck by another…
This is the third article in a series about Kentucky’s ancient fish. The gar family, Lepisostidae, dates back to the Cretaceous geologic period, which began about 145 million years ago. It was a time when the Earth had a relatively warm climate, and high sea levels resulted in numerous, shallow inland seas that were populated…
From humble beginnings in the segregated South, they grew up to become the disparate voices of Black America in the 1960s, the dark and defining era when the nation was ripped asunder by two wars – one in the steamy jungles of Vietnam, the other in the streets and backroads of the Deep South. When…
The South Kenton County Citizens Group (SKCCG) invites the public to join them at the unveiling of the results of the 2016 Survey on Tuesday, June 7 at 6:30 P.M. at Honey Locust Farms. Dr. Lori Garkovich, an expert in Rural Communities from the University of Kentucky, will be presenting the findings at the event….
The Florence Freedom rode a stellar eight-inning start from Jeremy Gooding to a 5-3 victory Sunday over the Traverse City Beach Bums. Gooding allowed two runs in the first inning, but never allowed a Traverse City runner to pass first base in his next seven frames. He scattered five hits, while striking out a season-high…
Gov. Matt Bevin has announced three additional members to the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission (KHRC), bringing the newly established commission to full capacity with 15 members. KHRC Executive Director Marc A. Guilfoil said the new commissioners bring added expertise to an already talented group of commissioners. “I’m excited to have this group of…
Beginning Friday night, June 3 (tonight) at 10 p.m. significant lane restrictions will be in place throughout the weekend on SB I-71/I-75. The restrictions will occur between the 189 mile-marker (KY 1072 – Kyles Lane) and the 184 mile-marker (KY 236 – Donaldson Road). The weekend work will involve shifting lanes over on the southbound side…
By Berry Craig NKyTribune columnist More than a century before smoking was banned in many public places in Kentucky, the Columbus Dispatch ran a front-page story trashing tobacco. “One man has no more right to void his tobacco smoke into the face of another man than he has to void his saliva,” the un-bylined story…
The “Taste of Newport” event is Sunday, June 5, rain or shine, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The 700-800 blocks of Monmouth Street will be closed to vehicular traffic for the event designed to showcase some of Newport’s finest “tastes” around the city. Participating food businesses include: 27 Bar + Kitchen, BB Riverboats, Bello’s…
By Sandra Guile Better Business Bureau The days of playing license plate bingo, singing silly songs, teasing siblings, or hearing “I Spy” on long car rides are long gone. Those activities are now replaced with the latest video games, Netflix, or iTunes playlist. All of this media is now blaring through the earbuds that are…
By John Egan Landscaping Magazine On the east lawn of the Kentucky Capitol, perched on a bluff above the Kentucky River in Frankfort, stands the Governor’s Mansion. The 25-room mansion, built in the Beaux-Arts architectural style, dates back to 1914. The Kentucky Governor’s Mansion is, simply put, a gem. Yet the stunning limestone structure wouldn’t be…
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News If Kentucky could cut its smoking rate to the national average, it would save an estimated $1.7 billion on healthcare the following year, a study says. Kentucky’s smoking rate is 26 percent, and the national average is 18 percent. The study at the University of California-San Francisco estimates that…
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 . Teen Café (Middle/High School) Wednesdays, 3:15-4:45 p.m. Florence Branch, 7425 US 42, Florence,…
