Jan. 11 NKY History Hour to explore ‘The Margaret Garner Story: The Mystery Behind the Murder’
One of the most groundbreaking fugitive slave trials of the pre-Civil War era was that of Margaret Garner. Born on…
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Brent Spence Bridge project awarded more than $1.6 billion, given green light to proceed to construction
The Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project has been awarded federal funding grants worth more than $1.6 billion, giving the landmark…
Kentucky by Heart: Reading selections from 2022 offer some magical trips and a few bitter pills
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Someone has said that books are “a uniquely portable magic.” I concur, and though not…
For 55 years it has stood as an ‘island’ in Covington, now IRS site to be woven back into urban fabric
The takeaway from a new virtual “fly-through” video is immediately clear: The “look” and “feel” of what’s now a 23-acre…
NKU launches Newport History Walk, a smart phone app for ‘museum without walls’ self-guided tour
Northern Kentucky University has launched Newport History Walk, a new smart phone app that takes users on a six-stop, self-guided…
KYTC, ODOT plan events to provide information, gather feedback on Brent Spence Bridge project
Are you curious how (and where) a revamped Brent Spence Bridge and its completely new companion span will separate local…
Southbank Partners unveils new branding along with updated five-year strategic plan
Southbank Partners for 25 years has helped lead the development, enhancement, and revitalization of Northern Kentucky’s river cities. It now…
Art Lander’s Outdoors: Water conditions improving in Western Kentucky for start of waterfowl season
Unseasonably dry conditions in the western third of Kentucky during the late summer and early fall caused many small river…
Covington commission hears outside review that makes 55 recommendations for finance department
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter An outside review of the city’s Finance Department has revealed 55 high-priority recommendations for change…
Cinci/NKY region named top economic development metro by Site Selection magazine, tied with Louisville
The Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky region continues to shine as Site Selection magazine recently honored the area as its top economic development…
Covington Commission approves mortgage assistance program, BIA’s Heritage Trades, and more
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter Last December, the city used American Rescue Plan Act funds to create “buckets,” or categories…
New City of Covington grant program to support ideas aimed at creating a ‘sense of place’
Do you have an idea about how to enhance the appearance of your community? Maybe something that will build a…
Our Rich History: Dr. Sherry Cook Stanforth and the creative writing vision program at Thomas More
By Tom Ward Thomas More University Part 66 of Our Series: “Retrospect and Vista II: Thomas More College/University, 1971-2021” The…
Thomas More University honors Covington Rotary with Saints Salute recognizing their ‘common roots’
Thomas More University has extended a Saints Salute to the Covington Rotary, the longest-standing service club in Northern Kentucky, in…
BM2 Freight Services, Automotive Service Products announce expansions to NKY operations
Two Northern Kentucky businesses announced expansion plans Thursday that will bring a total of 81 new jobs to the area….
A look back in time at bicycling: While the sport is growing, the pastime is not new to the area
By Hillary Delaney Boone County Historical Society Bicycling in Boone County can mean anything from a short ride in the…
Horizon Community Funds grants $85k to seven NKY nonprofits, largest Community Impact grants yet
Horizon Community Funds has granted $85,000 to seven different nonprofits serving Northern Kentucky. This is the largest Community Impact Fund…
Covington Commission: New Covington city hall by summer 2025, ARPA funding, bike lanes, and more
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter If all goes according to plan, officials could be moving into a new City Hall…
Love was driving force in a marriage and legacy of philanthropy for Eva Farris who has died at age 103
By Judy Clabes NKyTribune editor Eva Farris, the Grande Dame of philanthropy in Northern Kentucky, died peacefully at Rosedale Green…
CGN unveils newest mural additions to Hellman Creative Center’s Triptych Art Fence
The Center for Great Neighborhoods (CGN) has unveiled the newest artists’ installation of the Triptych Art Fence at the Hellmann…
City of Covington accepting bids from architectural firms for design of new city hall building
Covington is looking for an architectural firm to design a new City Hall. The City issued a request for qualifications…
Covington commission discusses timeline, key steps in prep for new city hall; ARPA funding proposal
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter There’s a new City Hall on the horizon. And Commissioners agreed that next week, they…