Northern Kentucky ousts three Republican state House incumbents — and a bunch of political clout
By Jack Brammer
NKyTribune reporter
Northern Kentucky lost three Republican incumbents in the Kentucky House of Representatives in Tuesday’s primary elections as well as much political clout in the legislature.
A great deal of political clout in the legislature has been lost, especially for Boone...
Construction has started on Homewood Suites, a 132-room hotel, part of Corporex’s Ovation project
Corporex, a national commercial development and investment firm based in Covington, has begun construction on the Homewood Suites by Hilton Newport Cincinnati, a 132-room hotel built on top of a 550-space...
Gex ‘Jay’ Williams makes comeback; three NKy legislators — Massey, Koenig, Santoro — lose seats
By Jack Brammer
NKyTribune reporter
Republican Gex “Jay” Williams of Verona made a big step Tuesday in the Republican primary election for the state Senate’s newly drawn 20th District in his comeback...
Kentucky singer Noah Thompson back home from American Idol for a free concert; finals are May 22
By Mark Maynard
Kentucky Today
Rising country music star Noah Thompson is in the top three singers on “American Idol” and Tuesday he was back in Louisa for his “Hometown Visit” with a free concert...
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Building Industry Association earns two awards of excellence from National Assn. of Home Builders
The Building Industry Association of Northern Kentucky has been recognized as a leader in best association operations and home shows, with two Association Excellence Awards presented by the Executive Officers... - More »
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Get ready to Dive into Summer Reading at Campbell County Public Library; read great books, win prizes
Summer Reading is setting sail at the Campbell County Public Library, and it’s packed with fun activities and giveaways all June and July. This year’s theme, Dive into Reading, is all about oceans,... - More »
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Northern Kentucky ousts three Republican state House incumbents — and a bunch of political clout
By Jack Brammer NKyTribune reporter Northern Kentucky lost three Republican incumbents in the Kentucky House of Representatives in Tuesday’s primary elections as well as much political clout in the... - More »
- Kenton County local elections results; low voter turnout -- just 12.65% -- decides November choices
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COVID deaths drop significantly in Kentucky but new cases, positivity all increase
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today COVID-19 related deaths in Kentucky dropped significantly last week, according to figures released by the Department for Public Health. But new cases, hospitalizations and the... - More »
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NKY Restoration Weekend May 20-22 offers seminars, workshops, practical advice for historic homeowners
Ah, the curb appeal. The craftsmanship. The attention to detail. The rich piece of history that comes with owning a historic home. But, oh, the maintenance (will it be overwhelming?) The plaster repair... - More »
- Kentucky singer Noah Thompson back home from American Idol for a free concert; finals are May 22
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Construction has started on Homewood Suites, a 132-room hotel, part of Corporex’s Ovation project
Corporex, a national commercial development and investment firm based in Covington, has begun construction on the Homewood Suites by Hilton Newport Cincinnati, a 132-room hotel built on top of a 550-space... - More »
- Rand Paul handily wins Republican nomination for third term, will face Democrat Charles Booker in fall
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- Next steps to improve Brent Spence corridor begin as KYTC, ODOT begin initial planning, consultant search
- AAA: Kentucky gas prices take biggest jump in the nation; volatile crude oil prices drive pump prices
- Air Canada resumes nonstop service to Toronto from CVG today, after being suspended for two years
- Kentucky Association of Chiefs of Police honors NKY legislators for support of law enforcement
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Center for Great Neighborhoods, City get Our Town $100,000 NEA grant for ‘reimagining’ old hospital
The Center for Great Neighborhoods (CGN) and the City of Covington are the recipients of a $100,000 Our Town grant from the National Endowment of the Arts for our Eastern Arts and Creative Enterprise (ACE)... - More »
- Local pediatrician Dr. Robert Tagher to run 100 miles to raise money for abused children and NKYCAC
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- NKY Forum offers 'Post-Primary Checkup' on Wed. at Kenton County Public Library-Erlanger
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- Kentucky Special Olympics celebrates ten years of Touchstone Energy sponsorship of Summer Games
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National average for gasoline hits $4.48 per gallon; Kentucky at $4.24, up 22 cents on the week
With the national average cost for regular gas steadily climbing, three states — Georgia, Kansas, and Oklahoma — are the only states to avoid officially crossing the $4 per gallon mark. The... - More »
- Gex 'Jay' Williams makes comeback; three NKy legislators -- Massey, Koenig, Santoro -- lose seats
- KY ranks sixth in 2022 Prosperity Cup; Amazon Air Hub, REDI Cincinnati/NKY Tri-ED among winners
- Library summer reading participants get chance to win $529 college savings accounts
- Boone County student a finalist in first Kentucky Civics Bee; Fleming County student wins
- KDFWR research studies hope to determine cause of recent decline in Kentucky's wild turkey harvest
- Art Lander's Outdoors: As weather warms, tick-borne disease risks increase; know signs and symptoms
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Rain showers disrupt high school region tennis, district baseball tournament schedules
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter The rain that swept through Northern Kentucky on Wednesday evening disrupted the 9th Region boys and girls tennis tournaments and cancelled several baseball... - More »
- KY Derby-winning jockey Sonny Leon signing photos at JerZees to raise money for track ministry
- Three athletes, one coach from NKY to participate in 2022 Special Olympics USA Games in Orlando
- Prep Sports Notebook: Conner baseball team has a lot riding on first game in district tournament
- Come all kids 12 and under to free Sunday games at the Florence Y'alls, thanks to Republic Bank
- NKY's premiere sports family? Let's start with Dick Maile, CovCath and LSU standout. . .
- Prep Sports Notebook: Ludlow's new boys basketball coach is former player who coveted the job for years
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Al Cross: As primary voters move GOP farther right, will others follow?
Tuesday’s primary elections in Kentucky reflected increasing polarization of the two political parties. The Republican Party kept moving right, with the victories of several candidates who campaigned... - More »
- Michael Gieske: Seeking equity for lung cancer research funding; KY has high morbidity rate
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