As a Democratic County Chair in Kentucky, I read Bill Bishop’s response to Alec MacGillis’ “Who Turned My Blue State Red?” Being someone who has been active in local politics in Kentucky for number years, I feel compelled to offer some observations. I am in agreement with the conclusions that low income citizens do not…
The Kentucky Distillers’ Association today announced that Boone County Distilling Company near Florence is the newest and 28th member of the non-profit trade group that unites and leads the state’s signature Bourbon and distilled spirits industry. Co-owner Jack Wells began developing the distillery three years ago to draw upon Boone County’s rich distilling history. Production…
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter Over the last four seasons, Covington Catholic boys’ basketball teams have won a state championship, claimed two 9th Region titles and complied a 108-29 record that includes 20 wins in 25 post-season playoff games. Local coaches expect the good times to continue for the Colonels. They were voted No. 1…
The Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea starts off the traditional holiday shopping season with multiple events featuring decorative gourds, holiday music on Celtic harp and hammer dulcimer and a book signing by Lexington photographer John Snell. On Saturday, Dec. 5, Paul Buhrmester, of Bowling Green will demonstrate his embellished and cut decorative gourds from 10:30…
State Rep. Dennis Keene, D-Wilder, filed for reelection for State Representative for House District 67 in Frankfort on Wednesday. Keene has held the seat since his election in 2004 and serves as the Chairman of the Licensing and Occupations Committee, Vice Chairman of Economic Development, Vice Chairman on the Budget Subcommittee on Transportation and a…
By Hannah Purnell Special to NKyTribune from NKY Thrives The holiday season is upon us, and Northern Kentucky communities are planning a slew of celebrations as interesting and distinctive as the neighborhoods themselves. Whether you seek a cure for cabin fever or you’re on the hunt for that perfect gift, look no further than our…
An estimated 25.3 million Americans will become airline passengers traveling during the 12-day holiday period that extends through December 1. CVG is getting ready for its fair share of holiday passengers — and sharing some travel tips to get you to your destination faster. The Wednesday before Thanksgiving and the Sunday and Monday after Thanksgiving…
Bucket lists get a lot of media play these days, and I’d like to offer mine, created Kentucky-style. But rather than suggest things on a list that I hope to do before I die, let me do a switcheroo. Please allow this grateful fellow to share items that have already been fulfilled…Kentucky by Heart blessings…
By Billy Reed Special to NKyTribune Mike Battaglia has been a fixture on the Kentucky racing scene for so long that he’s virtually a part of the scenery at Turfway Park, Churchill Downs and Keeneland. Everybody knows Mike from one of his roles or another. He’s been a track announcer, a handicapper, a paddock TV…
By Sen. John Schickel Special to the NKyTribune You hear so much negative about today’s youth. I have not been blessed with children myself, but as your senator, the state of today’s youth is utmost on my mind. Hillary Clinton once said, “It takes a village to raise a child,” and I think she is…
Among those honored at the The Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS) first annual Celebration of Philanthropy Awards event include Northern Kentuckians Lee and Sue Flischel of Villa Hills and Duke Energy Foundation. Nearly 600 state and local dignitaries from across the Commonwealth attended the event honoring 34 individuals, businesses and foundations for their…
By Lee McClellan Special to KyForward The work done by conservation groups as well as state and federal fish and wildlife agencies over the past 60 years to increase waterfowl populations is nothing short of remarkable. “This year, we’ve had the highest counts of ducks as a whole by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service…
Visitors have until Nov. 25 to visit the Salato Wildlife Education Center in Frankfort before its seasonal closure for the winter. This will be the last time that visitors will have the chance to see the center’s newly acquired bobcat as a kitten. “Our new bobcat is roughly half grown at this point and we…
From Kentucky Arts Council To commemorate its 50th anniversary as a state agency, the Kentucky Arts Council is celebrating with “50 Days of Art,” a collection of 50 events hosted by Kentucky Arts Partnership groups around the state now through March 20. The events were selected to be representative of the diversity of art, the…
Governor Steve Beshear summed up the impact of his eight years as Kentucky’s chief executive today with a single phrase: A stronger core. “Generations from now, Kentucky will be more competitive economically and our people will have a higher quality of life because of the hard work we’ve been doing to strengthen Kentucky’s core,” Gov….
Sophomore Lavone Holland came one assist shy of his first career triple double in Northern Kentucky University’s home opening 83-71 win over Tiffin. The Norse improved to 1-1, while the Dragons dropped to 1-2 overall. Holland tallied 10 points, 12 rebounds and nine assists for his near triple double. Several Norse were the beneficiary of…
By Sen. John Schickel Special to the NKyTribune The second Boone County adult field trip went off without a hitch on Oct. 6. The group was comprised of people who had been on a waiting list since the first field trip this past spring. The program is pretty simple. We carpooled from the parking lot…
By Vicki Prichard NKyTribune contributor Next to talent, actress Joan Crawford once opined, the most important thing a woman can have is her hairdresser. As it turns out, a hairdresser is a valuable commodity for a film production too. And that makes Northern Kentucky stylist Maria Reyer a sought after young woman. “Movies are always…
Thomas More College’s Creative Writing Vision Program presents Quarried: Three Decades of Pine Mountain Sand & Gravel, a showcase of poetry and prose reading and anthology launch on Monday, November 30 at 7 p.m. This event, as part of the Visiting Author Series, includes regional authors as they share from Pine Mountain Sand & Gravel’s…
Part 1 of a three-part series By Paul A. Tenkotte Special to NKyTribune As we approach the winter solstice, daylight hours shorten as the Northern Hemisphere tilts away from the sun. And thanks to the November switch from Daylight Saving Time to Standard Time, earlier sunsets seem even worse, as a pale of darkness casts…
This week the Tri-State will participate in the world’s largest celebration of entrepreneurs and innovators – Global Entrepreneurship Week. Held each November, Global Entrepreneurship Week inspires people in more than 160 countries through activities designed to help them explore their potential as self-starters and innovators. These activities, from large-scale competitions and events to intimate networking…
By Kevin Kelly Special to NKyTribune Rural mail carriers who volunteer to help the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources reported seeing fewer rabbits along their routes this year, but hunters can still expect to encounter plenty of this season. “If you look back at the data, we’ve had really high numbers of rabbits,…
