Kentucky by Heart: Local writing ‘colorists’ concerned with region’s character in late 1800s

By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Northern Kentuckian John Uri Lloyd is a sterling example of the “local color” fiction writers who became part of the movement starting in the 1880s in American literature. Defining the term, William S. Ward, in his A Literary History of Kentucky, noted that local colorists “were concerned with the distinctive…

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‘This isn’t your father’s Covington’ – Energy at Pike and Madison is contagious and is attracting attention

In honor of National Economic Development Week, May 7-12, Covington is calling attention to its aggressive efforts to work with its business community and other partners to generate jobs, attract investment and create a vibrant commercial and tourist economy. Today’s article focuses on the area around the Pike Street Corridor. Something exciting is taking hold…

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Our Rich History: Third District School is now an office building, Fifth Street Center in Covington

By David E. Schroeder Special to NKyTribune Travelers taking the Fifth Street Interstate-75 exit into Covington see this building often, but many have no idea it was once a thriving school serving Covington’s Westside neighborhood. The building is now called the Fifth Street Center and is home to many businesses. The origins of Third District…

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Cincinnati Travel & Tourism Week starts tomorrow; showcase events celebrate regional tourism

The Cincinnati region’s destination marketing organizations are celebrating the 35th annual National Travel and Tourism Week, May 6-12, with a series of showcase events to recognize and raise awareness of the importance of the Cincinnati region’s hospitality industry. The regional collaboration by the Cincinnati USA Convention & Visitors Bureau, meetNKY | Northern Kentucky Convention &…

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Richard Nelson: Despite drama, 2018 legislative session was a successful production in many ways

The 2018 General Assembly was incredibly productive and even took positive steps to shore up the state pension system, but incessant negative news reports by major media outlets implying Republicans were sticking it to protesting teachers and unfortunate comments by our Governor left many with another impression.  It’s funny how high drama and a few…

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Preservation Distillery in Bardstown is newest — and 38th — member of Ky Distillers’ Association

The Kentucky Distillers’ Association today announced that Preservation Distillery in Bardstown is the newest and 38th member of the non-profit trade group that unites and leads Kentucky’s signature Bourbon and distilled spirits industry.   Founder Marci Palatella said she has dreamed of opening a distillery since 1985 when she got into the spirits and wine business…

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Gov. Bevin vetoes five bills, including three election-related ones, and uses line-item veto on others

By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Gov. Matt Bevin vetoed five bills on Thursday and used his line-item veto power on a sixth.   Since the General Assembly adjourned April 15, none of the vetoes can be overridden by lawmakers. 
The vetoes dealt with investments made by local government, three election-related bills and administrative regulations. 
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News briefs: St. E. Foundation golf classic; Chamber cyber security workshop; Brighton literacy grant

Business professionals, community leaders and decision makers throughout Northern Kentucky will gather together in a fun and relaxed atmosphere to play golf at the 2018 Grant Golf Classic on Thursday, May 10. Throughout the years, this event has raised more than $75,000 for projects including a new hospice room on the inpatient unit, treatment chairs…

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Kenton County Parks & Recreation’s (Almost) Every Thursday science programming begins next month

Kenton County Parks & Recreation is about to embark on its eleventh season of ‘outstanding’ science programming in Kenton County’s Parks. (Almost) Every Other Thursday science programs are interactive, educational and fun. Programs are held in Shelterhouse 1 at Pioneer Park, rain or shine, beginning at 10 a.m. on each of the seven dates. The…

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Friends of Covington to honor Jeanne Schroer of Catalytic Fund with its Covington Award on May 17

The top executive of an influential non-profit that many people have never heard about will be recognized in May by the Friends of Covington. Jeanne Schroer, who is president and CEO of the Catalytic Development Fund of Northern Kentucky, will become the 29th person to receive the Covington Award from the Friends of Covington, an…

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Toyota out of starting gate with all-new, diverse 2019 Avalon at the Georgetown production plant

With the Kentucky Derby just two weeks away, Toyota unveiled the newest addition to a strong stable of vehicles at its plant in the Bluegrass State: the all-new 2019 Avalon. And, a quick jump out of the starting gate is expected. Built on its Toyota New Global Architecture (TNGA) manufacturing platform, this fifth generation of…

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CVG’s strong first quarter: Seven new destinations, six more coming, best airfare ranking, and more

Cincinnati/ Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) had a strong start to 2018 with a quarter that continued tremendous passenger growth, air service enhancements and achieving its best airfare ranking.   CVG continued to be the fastest growing major airport in the country with local passenger traffic growing 17 percent year-over-year. Cargo volume set a new…

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Kentucky Highway Plan priorities 1,000 bridge repairs, 5,000 miles of pavement improvements

Kentucky’s 2018 Highway Plan will prioritize spending on more than 1,000 bridge repairs and 5,000 miles of pavement improvements during the next six years. “The recently enacted six-year Highway Plan represents the most balanced approach released by Kentucky in decades for addressing the Commonwealth’s transportation needs,” said Gov. Matt Bevin. “This data-driven plan moves us…

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Covington to retain local firm to investigate suing drug companies over prescription opiates

By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter City commissioners agreed Tuesday night to move forward with obtaining legal representation and investigating the possibility of suing drug companies over the prescription opiate crisis. The city will retain the counsel of Covington-based Bonar, Bucher and Rankin to investigate whether they can sue to recover costs incurred by the drug…

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Northern Kentucky Chamber Foundation accepting nominations for Leadership Northern Kentucky

The Northern Kentucky Chamber Foundation is now accepting nominations for the Leadership NKY Class of 2019, the program’s 40th class. A nine-month program designed to help develop business and community leaders, Leadership NKY uses the community as a classroom to help participants gain an understanding of the strengths and challenges of the Northern Kentucky and…

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Delta Dental of Ky awards grant to help NKY kids get improved oral health care, working with health dept.

A $149,968 grant from Delta Dental of Kentucky will help improve oral health among children throughout Northern Kentucky. Delta Dental of Kentucky, through a partnership with Kentucky Youth Advocates, developed the Northern Regional Oral Health Coalition, which is led by the Northern Kentucky Health Department. The Northern Regional Oral Health Coalition will help improve oral…

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