Thomas More Biology Field Station to celebrate Earth Day with unveiling of new river mural on Saturday
The Thomas More University Biology Field Station will celebrate Earth Day with an unveiling of their new river mural on…
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Covington residents weigh in on Greenup, Scott proposals to return streets to 2-way traffic
About 75 people attended an open house Wednesday evening to give input on proposals that would return traffic flow on…
ORSANCO won’t eliminate its Pollution Control Standards for Ohio River; to seek public comments
The Ohio River Valley Water Sanitation Commission (ORSANCO) has authorized its Pollution Control Standards (PCS) Committee to proceed with a…
Piece by piece, the massive Madison Overlook floodgate along Covington’s riverfront takes shape
Parks and Facilities Supervisor Brad Schwenke picked up a 10-lb. sledgehammer and gave the steel stanchion three hard blows. It…
ORSANCO expected to vote this week on future of pollution standards impacting Kentucky waterways
By Mary Kuhlman Public News Service A long-awaited vote is expected this week on the future of water-quality standards that…
The River: From a young boy terrified of the river to a grown-up who can’t stay away from it
The riverboat captain is a storyteller, and Captain Don Sanders will be sharing the stories of his long association with…
Art Lander’s Outdoors: Our state’s many streams and rivers are an important part of history, everyday life
They are present everywhere we travel — to work, school, or shopping trips in urban, rural or suburban areas. Driving…
KY dodged a Civil War-era bullet; fortification sites at Devou Park prepared for battles that never occurred
*Note: Two Civil War-era fortification sites in Devou Park have been listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Here…
Art Lander’s Outdoors: Green River National Wildlife Refuge near Henderson to protect nearly 24,000 acres
Plans are in the works for the establishment of a national wildlife refuge near Henderson. A statement posted on the…
Canine ‘Lucy Lou’ Kayser, former Rabbit Hash mayor and write-in presidential candidate has died
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor Former Rabbit Hash mayor and write-in presidential candidate Lucy Lou has died. The 12-year-old…
Covington may change law for low-speed vehicle businesses; waste collection changes also proposed
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter They look like souped-up golf carts But don’t call them that. They are much, much…
BB Riverboats barge arrives; $2 million upgrade will convert former casino into multi-use facility
The former casino barge that BB Riverboats is converting into a multi-purpose facility completed its 700-mile, 10-day trip from Wood…
The River: Time to head back to school, but the river beckoned and college would have to wait
By Capt. Don Sanders Special to NKyTribune The Fall Semester at Eastern Kentucky State College was within a week of…
Our Rich History: Ohio Valley land in demand; four flags flew over Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky
By Steve Preston Special to the NKyTribune Did you know that Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky have been considered French, British,…
Newport to host 2018 River Cities Excellence in Preservation Awards ceremony on Thursday
Historic preservation in Northern Kentucky’s river cities will be celebrated this Thursday during the 2018 River Cities Excellence in Preservation…
Brent Cooper: Investment in infrastructure is needed to maintain and grow region’s economy
As most of you know, Kentucky is a logistics hub, with three global shipping centers, 20 interstates and major highways,…
Weather report: Flood warnings continue for Ohio as levels exceed forecasts; falling over next 5 days
Flood warnings continue for the Ohio River, whose levels have already exceeded earlier predictions, according to the National Weather Service….
More rain coming, meaning more flooding; AAA offers advice, safety tips for drivers, homeowners
With heavy rain projected for most of the tri-state area this week, standing water and flooding can be an issue for…
Feds dismantle large drug trafficking organization in Louisville area, making 17 arrests
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Federal authorities dismantled a large drug trafficking organization in the Louisville area making 17 arrests…
NKITA and World Affairs Council of Greater Cincinnati celebrate more inclusive rebranding
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor The Northern Kentucky International Trade Association (NKITA)) announced a new partnership with the World…
Asian carp playing havoc with state’s waterways, says Kentucky Division of Fish and Wildlife
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Kentucky Division of Fish and Wildlife Resources officials updated state lawmakers on the threat posed…
Purple People Bridge now features a state border line and historical plaque on 200-year boundary dispute
The newest feature on the Purple People Bridge is a purple state border line that allows you to firmly plant…