Speedway Children’s Charities officials have announced that the nonprofit will distribute nearly $2.9 million in grants to more than 390 different charitable organizations across the country in 2015. “My parents started Speedway Children’s Charities from modest beginnings with the goal of helping children in physical, financial, emotional and medical need,” said Marcus Smith, vice chairman…
About 16 years ago, as most states were deciding how best to spend their portion of a landmark settlement reached with the major tobacco companies, Kentucky took an innovative approach that is continuing to pay substantial dividends. Under that agreement, half of the annual payments are set aside for agriculture and the other half is…
Senior guard/forward Sydney Moss (St. Albans, W.Va./Boone County (Ky.)) became the all-time leading scorer in Thomas More College women’s basketball history Saturday as she scored 19 points to lead the top-ranked Saints defeated Grove City College, 95-37, in a Presidents’ Athletic Conference (PAC) game at the Connor Convocation Center. With the win, the Saints remain…
May I rise on a point of personal privilege to discuss, briefly, something I’ve been doing on-and-off for more than 30 years – writing a column. It should be noted that, in this job there’s a constant fear of getting stale, writing about something or someone ad infinitum, thus boring even regular readers. It happens….
The annual Kentucky Educational Television event in Northern Kentucky honored long-time KET supporters and community activists, Mer and Susan Grayson. Mer Grayson is chairman of the board of Central Bank in Northern Kentucky. It also offered a preview screening of the upcoming second Inside Northern Kentucky program for KET, produced by the Kentucky Center for…
The region will experience unseasonably warm temperatures this week, but the Kentucky Transportation cabinet wants to remind motorists that winter is on its way. District 6 crews had their annual snow and ice meetings in October to check equipment and go over procedures for the upcoming winter season. This readies them for the challenges that…
The Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Commission proposed the dates of the 2016-2017 deer seasons, changes to deer zones and slight modifications for elk hunting at its quarterly meeting. Commission members proposed deer zone changes for Hardin, Webster and Marion counties. They also recommended modifying deer hunting regulations on four wildlife management areas (WMAs). The commission…
By Steve Preston Special to NKyTribune Before the founding of Newport and Covington and before Ohio, Arkansas, Colorado, Kansas, Oklahoma, and New Mexico existed as states, Jacob Fowler was there. Jacob Fowler was born in New Jersey in 1764. By the time of the American Revolution, Fowlers were already living in Kentucky, although it is…
By Lee McClellan Special to NKyTribune The recent spate of rainy and somewhat dismal days sends many minds toward the grim reality that winter is here to stay. Sunless, dreary days with bouts of rain in December, January and February give most people the blues. However, desolate winter days bring joy to the heart of…
By Kristy Robinson Horine NKyTribune contributor The door swings open and he steps out into the sunshine. It has been eight years since he has felt this free. It has also been eight years since he has felt intimidated by freedom. He still has a sentence to serve, but this time he will be behind…
The City of Newport’s Tree Lighting Ceremony and Pearl Harbor Memorial Service take place this weekend. City Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, with Santa, begins Saturday, Dec. 5 at 5 p.m. at 998 Monmouth Street. The event is free and open to the public and complimentary refreshments will be served after the ceremony The Pearl Harbor…
Sixty years ago yesterday, Dec. 1, 1955, Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat and move to the back of the bus, as ordered by the driver, James F. Blake. Keenly aware she was in violation of Alabama’s Jim Crow stance on racial segregation, Ms. Parks simply decided it was time to act against…
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…
