Opinion – Bill Straub: Racism, bigotry prevail as universities bow to far-right, close DEI offices
The time has come to acknowledge that the Commonwealth owes a great debt of gratitude to the likes of state…
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Duke Energy Foundation awards $5,000 to NKY Chamber’s Regional Youth Leadership progam
The Duke Energy Foundation has awarded Regional Youth Leadership (RYL) with $5,000 to continue the organization’s mission of providing unique…
Boone County Supt. Matthew Turner tells state peers how ‘equity playbook’ helps reach all students
Superintendents across the state heard how the Kentucky Department of Education’s (KDE’s) equity playbook is helping Boone County school district…
Sharon Fusco: Reflections on Martin Luther King Jr. Day — and the color that brings the canvas to life
As we look back on the celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, I am taking time to reflect on…
Business briefs: First Lady to WKY, Dubois joins Chamber, Calderon appointment, law firm positions
First Lady Jill Biden will join Gov. Andy Beshear and First Lady Britainy Beshear on Friday to survey recovery efforts…
Catrena Bowman-Thomas speaks up for racial, community diversity, moving people out of poverty
(This story by the University of Kentucky honors NKY Community Action Commission’s Catrena Bowman-Thomas, who is also a former NKyTribune…
Constance Alexander: Paducah poet Marissa Davis achieves literary notoriety; she’s just getting started
In July, when a stunning poem by Marissa Davis showed up on Rattle, I got emails from literary friends around…
Constance Alexander: Corrosion takes many forms when it comes to diversity, equality, inclusion
Corrosion takes many forms in the work of Dr. Rudy G. Buchheit, Dean of the College of Engineering at the…
Chamber, Tri-ED execs speak up for diversity, equity, inclusion as region struggles to fill job vacancies
By Brent Cooper and Lee Crume The COVID-19 pandemic itself is now thankfully behind us for the most part. Its…
NKY Montessori Academy, Horizon Community Funds partner to support Crescent Springs school
Horizon Community Funds of Northern Kentucky is now home to the Northern Kentucky Montessori Academy Fund to support the Crescent…
The Takeoff: Exploring entrepreneurship and startups throughout Northern Kentucky; hold on for the ride
By Brit Fitzpatrick Executive Director, Blue North Prepare for The Takeoff. As the Executive Director of Blue North, an organization…
Eli Capilouto: We must deal with a complex set of questions that often are in tension with each other
President Eli Capilouto sent an email to the University of Kentucky community reiterating UK’s support of diversity, equity and inclusion efforts….
Advancing Equity: The strategic importance of diversity, equity, inclusion; everyone needs safety
By Sharon Fusco CEO, Redwood NKY Part of a continuing series by NKY’s nonprofits who stand together against racism and…
As Black History Month unfolds, Covington’s Commission finds itself more diverse than ever
EDITOR’S NOTE: To be African-American and elected to City office in Northern Kentucky is rare. To be African-American and serve…
Sara Barnes joins Kentucky Distillers’ Association staff, once worked for Boone County Distilling
Sara Barnes who was formerly with Boone County Distilling is joining the Kentucky Distillers’ Association, the nonprofit trade group. She…
Kentucky environmental groups turn focus to inclusion, diversity in state’s outdoor spaces
By Nadia Ramlagan Public News Service Environmental advocates and outdoor enthusiasts across the state are focusing on inclusion and diversity…
Advancing Equality: Love, acceptance, empathy for high-risk youth requires respect for diversity
By William Cole Mentoring Plus Part of a series by NKY’s nonprofits who stand together against racism and any acts…
Billy Reed: In a week celebrating inclusion, tolerance in one arena, Thom Brennaman impodes in real time
It is sadly ironic that Cincinnati Reds television announcer Thom Brennaman committed career suicide by slur while the Democratic National…
Advancing Equity: CAC working to create opportunities for all, give voice to voiceless
Part of a series by NKY’s nonprofits who stand together against racism and any acts that dehumanize people. By Catrena…
Urban League and Centennial form partnership to increase diversity and leadership pipeline
The Urban League of Greater Southwestern Ohio and Centennial Talent Strategy and Executive Search are partnering to create a leadership…
UK marketing experts explain how, why brands are tackling current social justice issues
By Lindsey Piercy University of Kentucky Ben & Jerry’s. Nike. Patagonia. These are just a few of the major brands…
NKY NAACP Pres. Jerome Bowles says marches reflect need for hard conversations, systemic change
By Maridith Yahl NKyTribune reporter The horrific footage of the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis at the hands of…
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