All of us have been in or driven by renovated old buildings or other structures that cause us to think: When was it built or what was its original purpose? And there MUST be some fascinating stories along the way… Kevin Gibson, who grew up in the Louisville area, took his curiosity to a high…
Northern Kentucky native Harlan Hubbard and his wife, Anna, lived with enthusiasm on the fringes of society; those who know their story might affirm they lived authentically in the mainstream of genuine life. Harlan often is referred to as the “Henry David Thoreau of Kentucky.” If spending five years on a shanty boat navigating the…
President Joe Biden stood on Covington soil – the first sitting president to do so in 84 years — Wedbay to preach the value of bipartisanship and strong leadership and carry out a promise no other president has been able to fulfill: federal funding for the construction of the long-awaited Brent Spence Bridge Corridor project….
One of the most groundbreaking fugitive slave trials of the pre-Civil War era was that of Margaret Garner. Born on a plantation in Boone County in 1834, Garner worked as a house slave most of her life. In 1856, Garner, her husband and four children fled to Cincinnati to escape enslavement, crossing the frozen Ohio…
The Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project has been awarded federal funding grants worth more than $1.6 billion, giving the landmark bridge and corridor project the green light to move toward construction. Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear, Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine and U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell made the announcement Thursday. “The time has finally come…
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Someone has said that books are “a uniquely portable magic.” I concur, and though not all the books I read in 2022 were magical, many had the capacity to send me happily into another little world, at least temporarily. Some were like castor oil, something the old-timers said we needed…
The takeaway from a new virtual “fly-through” video is immediately clear: The “look” and “feel” of what’s now a 23-acre blank canvas in downtown Covington will be nothing like the expansive and sterile IRS tax-processing facility that occupied the site for decades. In comparison, the new neighborhood will be downright warm and inviting. “For decades,…
Northern Kentucky University has launched Newport History Walk, a new smart phone app that takes users on a six-stop, self-guided tour of the river city’s rich and important history. At each stop, users can listen to a short podcast about the historic site. “Users can just grab their smart phone and their walking shoes…
Are you curious how (and where) a revamped Brent Spence Bridge and its completely new companion span will separate local commuters from pass-through travelers? Do you have thoughts and/or strong feelings about noise barriers, landscaping, pedestrian walkways, and the “look” of the piers and abutments? Both questions and opinions will be welcome when transportation officials…
Southbank Partners for 25 years has helped lead the development, enhancement, and revitalization of Northern Kentucky’s river cities. It now builds on that success and sets course for the next 25 years with a rebranding and launch of its new five-year strategic plan, Innovate 2028: Transforming Urban Communities. Building upon its Imagination 2020 plan, the…
Unseasonably dry conditions in the western third of Kentucky during the late summer and early fall caused many small river bottom wetlands and sloughs to dry up, but recent rains and snow melt in the Ohio River basin have greatly improved water conditions. The National Weather Service at Paducah reported 1.25 inches of rain since…
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter An outside review of the city’s Finance Department has revealed 55 high-priority recommendations for change — including major upgrades on everything from creating standard operating procedures for employees, to providing more training on in-house software. Representatives from the Chicago-based Baker Tilly firm made the presentation at the Commission’s regularly scheduled…
The Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky region continues to shine as Site Selection magazine recently honored the area as its top economic development metro in the Ohio River Corridor. Cincinnati shares the recognition with Louisville after the two regions traded the top spot each of the previous two years. The 16-county, 3-state region surrounding Cincinnati, which features both…
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter Last December, the city used American Rescue Plan Act funds to create “buckets,” or categories where the funding would best be utilized. Now those buckets are getting filled. The latest is the ARPA-funded Mortgage Assistance Program plan, which calls for $500,000 to be used to help potential homebuyers buy down…
Do you have an idea about how to enhance the appearance of your community? Maybe something that will build a sense of place by way of public art or a public gathering space? Something that says, “this is the bold side of the river?” If you do, don’t keep it to yourself. The City of…
By Tom Ward Thomas More University Part 66 of Our Series: “Retrospect and Vista II: Thomas More College/University, 1971-2021” The English Department at Thomas More College had for many years been blessed with dedicated and talented professors. In 2000, Dr. Sherry Cook Stanforth, with a PhD from the University of Cincinnati, joined the English faculty….
Thomas More University has extended a Saints Salute to the Covington Rotary, the longest-standing service club in Northern Kentucky, in honor of their common roots in downtown Covington, a history of shared leaders, and a mutual commitment to service. The Saints Salute is a community outreach award given by Thomas More to honor partner organizations…
Two Northern Kentucky businesses announced expansion plans Thursday that will bring a total of 81 new jobs to the area. • BM2 Freight Services Inc. will complete a $2.3 million expansion at its location in Rivercenter’s Tower One in Covington, creating 56 new full-time positions. • Automotive Service Products, of Florence, has announced plans for…
By Hillary Delaney Boone County Historical Society Bicycling in Boone County can mean anything from a short ride in the park to a long, challenging tour. This pastime is nothing new to our area, and current trends show continued growth in this sport. The early cyclists in the region often enjoyed touring our area. As…
Horizon Community Funds has granted $85,000 to seven different nonprofits serving Northern Kentucky. This is the largest Community Impact Fund grant cycle since Horizon Community Funds was founded in 2017. The following nonprofits received funds: • Brighton Center received $15,000 to support Opportunity House, an initiative that provides a supportive environment to young adults to…
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter If all goes according to plan, officials could be moving into a new City Hall by the end of summer 2025. Commissioners heard details of the plan, including milestones and a timeline for a new building, at their regularly scheduled legislative meeting Tuesday night. City Manager Ken Smith laid out…
By Judy Clabes NKyTribune editor Eva Farris, the Grande Dame of philanthropy in Northern Kentucky, died peacefully at Rosedale Green in Latonia, at age 103, on September 6. She is survived by her loving husband of 72 years, Oakley Farris, who honored her in her lifetime with many charitable endeavors that bear her name. Eva’s…
