Our Rich History: Expressly the facts – How I/71-75 evolved from a dream into a nightmare
(This is part of a regular series especially for the NKyTribune on local history by three distinguished historians, Paul Tenkotte…
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‘Father loss’ is a turning point in the life of a child; for sons, the transition can be profound
By John Gregory KET We all face the certainty that at some point, Father’s Day will change from being a…
Bryan McPherson brings his folk/punk stylings, screaming harmonica to Thompson House June 24
By Andy Foltz NKyTribune Reporter The easiest comparison to make for Bryan McPherson is with Bob Dylan. Thought provoking lyrics…
Where the pick hits the string: The music and luthier wizardry of the incredible Harry Sparks
By Vicki Prichard NKyTribune contributor The name Harry Sparks weaves through the history of Bluegrass music like gilded thread through…
NKU’s Mearns to legislators: Funding model for state’s universities should be based on performance
By Greg Paeth NKyTribune Reporter Northern Kentucky University President Geoffrey S. Mearns made an appeal to state legislators Thursday to…
SD1 board agrees to budget without rate increase, with Richwood upgrade and Hebron study
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune Managing Editor The Sanitation District No.1 of Northern Kentucky Board of Directors approved the proposed budget…
Carespring ready to move forward with Boone County facility
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune Managing Editor Boone County is finally poised to get some the nursing and transitional beds it…
Paul Long: Some people love running in the heat; here’s how to stay healthy as thermometer rises
All last week — and it appears, this week as well — the temperatures have been approaching the 90s with…
Faith-based forum to discuss addiction treatment draws huge crowd, fills Fort Thomas church
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune Managing Editor Community members came together at Highland Hills Church in Fort Thomas Monday night to…
Baker Hunt proposing major renovation, may face opposition at the Urban Design Review Board
By Greg Paeth NKyTribune Reporter One of Covington’s most revered institutions and some members of the city’s most exclusive neighborhood…
Kentucky Speedway’s big weekend is coming fast, complete with key NASCAR Sprint Cup race
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune Managing Editor The Kentucky Speedway’s big weekend will feature added excitement this year with several subplots unfolding at…
St. Elizabeth names new president and CEO, Garren Colvin who has been serving in interim position
Garren Colvin has been named the new President and Chief Executive Officer of St. Elizabeth Healthcare. He has been with…
Covington Summer Youth Program aimed at preventing a ‘summer slide’ for students
By Mike Marsee Special to the NKyTribune It is one thing to run a program that keeps kids entertained during…
Our Rich History: Grand old Latonia Racecourse set records during its glory days, closed in 1939
This is part of a regular series especially for the NKyTribune on local history by three distinguished historians, Paul Tenkotte…
State dignitaries attend unveiling of Thematic Cases at Big Bone Visitor Center, phase one of project
By Mark Hansel NKy Tribune Managing Editor The new Thematic Cases have been installed at the Visitor Center at Big…
These Suits REALLY Rock — your friends and neighbors have talent you didn’t suspect. What fun!
Special to the NKyTribune Suits That Rock will return to The Carnegie’s Otto M. Budig Theatre stage for the 8th…
Dolwick Drive in Erlanger is booming commercial development, maybe site for new specialty hospital
By Greg Paeth NKyTribune Reporter When Northern Kentuckians think about booming commercial development and multi-million-dollar business investments in offices and…
Yesterday’s, popular gathering spot on Florence’s Main Street, forced to close after 11 years
By Mark Hansel NKy Tribune Managing Editor Yesterday’s Café and Tea Room, a popular gathering spot on Main Street in…
Don Then: Look to Your Left is ‘slightly fictionalized’ true tale of perseverance through raw storytelling
I am suspicious whenever anyone recommends a memoir or an autobiography to read, especially if written by a businessman, an…
Panning for gold in local streams a rich-not-so-quick adventure — but a lot of fun; there is gold there
By Gayle Pille NKyTribune Correspondent There is gold in these here hills, folks. Word is there’s a couple of ole…
Mayor Whalen reports to city council that ‘State of City’ is fiscally sound, despite ‘growing pains’
Florence Mayor Diane Whalen gave the State of the City and Budget Address at Tuesday’s City Council Business Meeting. It…
Bumpy Road: Brent Spence Bridge among many issues presenting challenges for lawmakers
By John Gregory KET They have 27,000 miles of paved roads to maintain, constituents clamoring for a number of new…