Shop Local: Campaign underway to encourage gift card purchases from local shops, restaurants
A campaign to support Northern Kentucky small businesses during the holiday season by encouraging shoppers to purchase gift cards at…
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Kentucky Speedway loses status as a NASCAR Cup Series track; NKY tourism industry ‘disappointed’
Kentucky Speedway will not be hosting NASCAR’s Cup Series in 2021, according to Mark Simendinger, the track’s executive vice president…
Travel industry hard hit by COVID; three experts share insights at Chamber’s Eggs ‘N Issues Tuesday
Like many in-person industries, the travel industry has been severely impacted by the COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) global pandemic. The Northern…
meetNKY: Especially during the pandemic, these lovely NKY outdoor dining options may fill the void
This story has been updated. By Rebecca Banks meetNKY Whether you love to linger in the carefree moments of summer sunshine…
Eric Summe retiring from meetNKY, Julie Kirkpatrick named interim CEO amid challenging times for tourism
Eric Summe, president and CEO of meetNKY, has announced his early retirement, and the Convention and Visitors Bureau has appointed…
meetNKY encourages public to support restaurants, brewers during COVID-19 pandemic by eating local
The Northern Kentucky Convention and visitors bureau, meetNKY, is encouraging the public to support local restaurants and eat local during…
Northern Kentucky Regional Alliance holds first 1NKY Summit Series, reporting on its primary initiatives
The Northern Kentucky Regional Alliance, in partnership with Northern Kentucky’s growth organizations, held its 1NKY Summit Series quarterly update recently….
‘Making Darts Fun Again,’ MADA brings inaugural championship event to NKY; free to public
A major dart association event starts today at the Erlanger Holiday Inn Airport and runs through Sunday, with some events…
Nashville recording artist J.D. Shelburne featured on cover of Kentucky’s 2020 Official Visitor’s Guide
The Kentucky Department of Tourism unveiled the 2020 Official Visitor’s Guide cover featuring Kentucky native and Nashville recording artist J.D….
Former meetNKY finance director sentenced to 15 years for her role in embezzlement of $4 million
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor Bridget Johnson, who pleaded guilty to three felony charges in connection with the embezzlement…
Eric Summe elected chairperson of Kentucky Travel Industry Association; conference in NKY this week
Eric Summe, President & CEO of meetNKY |Northern Kentucky Convention & Visitors Bureau, has been elected Board Chairperson of the Kentucky…
NKY hosting prestigious law enforcement conference; will bring impact of $1.2 million to region
More than 700 members of law enforcement from across North America will be in Northern Kentucky next week as the…
More Covington police and fire personnel take retirement, resign; financial ordinance proposed
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter It’s starting to sound a bit like a broken record, as once again, Covington City…
Come Find Bourbon: Covington, Frankfort, and Bardstown launch new tourism collaboration
As a fresh, new answer to the common question of where to stay when exploring Kentucky Bourbon Country, the tourism…
Alleged meetNKy co-conspirator in court; former finance director thought money went to boyfriend
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor A man charged as being complicit in the $4 million meetNKY/Northern Kentucky Convention and…
Suspect in meetNKY embezzlement case caught in the Bahamas, awaits extradition in Miami
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor A suspect has been arrested in the Bahamas in the meetNKY/Northern Kentucky Convention and…
NKY Chamber Women’s Initiative to host ‘Connecting Shore to Shore’ women’s networking event
The Northern Kentucky Chamber Women’s Initiative, sponsored by PNC, will host Connecting Shore to Shore: Networking Up from 4:30 to…
Tim Bray: Tourism is booming; Northern Kentucky has emerged as statewide regional juggernaut
The summer vacation season has arrived and tourism in Northern Kentucky has never been hotter. A slew of vibrant attractions,…
MeetNKY: Hotel occupancy hits record high, tour business booming; 2018 stats exceed expectations
Hotel occupancy in Northern Kentucky outpaced the national average in 2018, hitting a record high driven by the booming group…
B-Line adds Neeley Family Distillery and Coppin’s at Hotel Covington as NKY bourbon experience stops
The B-Line has added two new Kentucky Bourbon Trail Craft Tour Distillers — Neeley Family Distillery and Coppin’s at Hotel…
Grand Jury indicts former meetNKY finance director; efforts underway to recover an estimated $3m-plus
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor A Kenton County Grand Jury indicted Bridget Johnson Thursday on charges of theft by…
meetNKY employee accused of embezzling millions waives preliminary hearing; case goes to grand jury
NKyTribune staff Bridget Johnson waived a preliminary hearing Tuesday in Kenton District Court. The case now goes to the grand…