Opinion – Candace McGraw: Blink’s success shows our region can thrive when we work together
Between October 17 and 20, our region was again dazzled by light, art, and a real energy that remains unparalleled….
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Governor Beshear, tourism leaders celebrate second straight record-breaking year for tourism in Kentucky
Gov. Andy Beshear joined state tourism leaders Thursday, including Julie Kirkpatrick and her meetNKy team, at Castle & Key Distillery…
CVG drove $9.3 billion in positive annual economic impact for region in ’22; much more on the horizon
The Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) is driving $9.3 billion in positive annual economic impact for the airport and the…
Regional Chamber estimates potential economic impact of Taylor Swift concerts could reach $92M
The Cincinnati Regional Chamber’s Center for Research and Data and Visit Cincy announced the potential overall economic impact of Taylor…
British Airways offers CVG fliers new international travel choice; first flight has arrived from Heathrow
British Airways (BA) has officially arrived at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) with the airline’s inaugural flight from London Heathrow…
Inaugural British Airways’ flight takes off Monday evening from CVG — and there will be a celebration
The British Airways’ inaugural flight from CVG to London-Heathrow (LHR) will take off Monday evening — and CVG is geared…
meetNKY’s Julie Kirkpatrick tells annual meeting that tourism rebounded in ’22, making strong comeback
Community members, elected officials, and representatives from regional organizations gathered at Turfway Park Racing & Gaming for the meetNKY/Northern Kentucky…
Ashli Watts: We should all raise a glass to bourbon’s economic impact on Kentucky’s booming economy
Providing Kentuckians with more than 22,500 good-paying jobs and $1.23 billion in payroll, as well as an economic output of…
Ark Encounter, Creation Museum, Answers in Genesis expecting 10-millionth visitor this week
The internationally popular attractions of Answers in Genesis, the Ark Encounter, and Creation Museum, are about to welcome their 10…
March Eggs ‘N Issues to feature discussion of economic impact of bourbon business in region
The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce (NKY Chamber) will host its monthly Eggs ‘N Issues on Tuesday, March 8, at…
NKY Tri-ED releases 2021 results — 27 companies with 1,851 jobs, $255M in capital investments
The Northern Kentucky Tri-County Economic Development Corporation (Tri-ED) announced its 2021 economic development results, which surpassed the goals set by…
NKY Chamber December 14 Eggs ‘N Issues panel to discuss economic impact of events coming in 2022
The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce (NKY Chamber) will host its final Eggs ‘N Issues event of the year on…
Amazon hiring has begun — looking to fill 2000 new full-time jobs with good wage and hiring bonus
By Rachel Nix Building Kentucky More than 2000 new, full-time jobs are coming to Amazon’s new Amazon Air hub at…
CVG economic impact continues to grow; more are ready to fly again — and they can ‘fly healthy’
Northern Kentucky-Cincinnati International Airport (CVG) is weathering the coronavirus storm through expertise, good management, focus, and keeping the airport facility…
BBB Trends: COVID-19 is a big threat, but not the only one; beware of scammers up to no good
As the COVID-19 pandemic spreads, so does uncertainty and fear: two elements that con artists thrive on. BBB has compiled…
Brent Cooper: As region, we made big strides in voting turnout, now let’s engage in policy, infuence
Northern Kentucky is a critical part of the state of Kentucky. The nine-county Northern Kentucky region represents nearly 500,000 people,…
Travel, tourism breaks records in 2017; meetNKY’s annual report full of good news — with more ahead
Led by new demand at the Ark Encounter, fresh bourbon experiences, a vibrant culinary scene and new hotels, Northern Kentucky’s…
Economic impact of Kentucky’s outdoor recreation soars to $12.8 billion, supports 120,000 jobs
The Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) has announced that the economic impact of outdoor recreation in Kentucky totaled $12.8 billion last…
Kentucky tourism accounted for more than $14.5 billion in impact on state’s economy last year
The economic impact of tourism in Kentucky was more than $14.5 billion in 2016, the Kentucky Tourism, Arts and Heritage…
Study shows Kentucky’s nonprofit private colleges contribute $700 million to economy annually
Kentucky’s private nonprofit colleges and universities add $700 million to the Kentucky economy each year and are responsible for creating…
CVG’s local economic impact grew to $4.4 billion annually, according to new report; up 22 percent
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) is a vital asset to the region’s economy with a $4.4 billion annual impact on…
Forest fires in southern and eastern region of the state will impact the economy for a long time
By Carol Lea Spence UK College of Agriculture, Food, Environment The forestry sector plays a major role in Kentucky’s economy….