The River: Tracking the Rafter CLYDE on the long journey from Aurora to her new home in Tennessee
The riverboat captain is a storyteller, and Captain Don Sanders will be sharing the stories of his long association with…
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KY Supreme Court keeps Beshear’s executive orders in place; Governor reports 531 new cases, 8 deaths
The Kentucky Supreme Court has kept in place all executive orders related to the fight against COVID-19, including the mask…
‘No mask, no service’ as Covington bars, restaurants aim to protect staff, keep local economy open
“We don’t want to go backward.” As the number of COVID-19 cases steadily rises across the country and some governors…
It’s a Purrfect Day Cafe at the Hotel Covington for the launch today of a unique ‘cat cafe’ (take one home)
Chuck Patton will open the first Purrfect Day Cafe, a truly unique social enterprise business where guests can sip and…
NKYEC: 2020 Census data critical to future education funding; educational grants help children
Education is vital to the success of our region, our residents, and our workforce. The following is part of a…
Covington creating temporary outdoor dining space for restaurants in Roebling Point, Duveneck Square
Seven restaurants/bars in the Roebling Point and Duveneck Square business districts will soon have additional temporary outdoor seating, thanks to…
From bus driver to superintendent, Dr. Randy Poe forged legacy of success at Boone County Schools
Boone County High School needed a soccer coach. Students on the team suggested Randy Poe. At that time he was…
Camp Covington summer program for Covington Independent Schools has been a big success
As the school year ended with remote learning and the focus turned to summer programming, two big questions emerged for…
People of NKY: Newport’s Pompilio’s is an old favorite and Larry Geiger and friends carry on
By Ginger Dawson NKyTribune reporter Pompilio’s restaurant and bar is an institution in these parts. Every living generation of diners in…
Tri-ED’s Blue North gets $510,000 RISE grant from KCED, becomes independent organization
Northern Kentucky Tri-ED’s Blue North, the community for startups and small businesses in Northern Kentucky, has received a $510,000 RISE…
Principal Jessica Pass has written a children’s book about Willy Woolly WInglewish, inspired by a student
Jessica Pass is principal at Erpenbeck Elementary School in Florence — and the author of a children’s book for sale…
Candace McGraw to receive 2021 Metropolitan Award, which goes to those who unify regional community
Candace McGraw, CEO of the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) is the recipient of the 2021 Metropolitan Award, presented by…
Our Rich History: Ice Age glaciers shaped the site of Newport; climate change will always have impact
Part 35 of our series, Resilience and Renaissance: Newport, Kentucky, 1795-2020. By Stanley Hedeen Special to NKyTribune Newport is bounded…
The River: Seeing the CLYDE from a new perspective never before seen — underway, going away
The riverboat captain is a storyteller, and Captain Don Sanders will be sharing the stories of his long association with…
Dick Gabriel: Let me interrupt your misperceptions about Adolph Rupp with some facts on the race issue
Given the climate in America today when it comes to race relations, it was inevitable that a debate would open…
Newport Aquarium emerges from long shutdown as a safe and entertaining favorite family destination
By Tory McKinley NKyTribune intern The Newport Aquarium is back after a 100-day long shutdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic…
As cases top 18K, Governor orders wearing masks in public to halt virus and continue to reopen safely
Highlighting his commitment to protecting all Kentuckians, Gov. Andy Beshear said Kentuckians must wear face coverings in many situations if…
Take care of yourself, starting with Erin DeSantis’ Kenton County Library yoga class (for mind, body)
By Maridith Yahl NKyTribune health reporter When Erin DeSantis took a yoga class over five and a half years ago,…
Footlighters extend creativity to old-time radio during pandemic; tune in to Fibber McGee and Molly
Staff report Footlighters has brought community theater to the region since 1963, finding a home at Newport’s historic Salem United…
$2.5M Covington Connect to close digital divide with Wi-Fi hotspots, free computers, internet access
The City of Covington and six partners are investing over $2.5 million in an aggressive push to demolish one of…
Kentucky Symphony Orchestra offers 26th Summer Series (meeting health guidelines) in new place
At a unique time in history, the Kentucky Symphony Orchestra cautiously moves outdoors with its 26th free summer series, this…
Artists begin work this week on floodwall murals commemorating Newport’s 225th anniversary
Artists are beginning work this week on the first in a series of murals commemorating Newport’s 225th anniversary that is…