Kentucky partnering with Bloomberg Philanthropies over five years, $10m to address opioid epidemic
By Tom Latek
Kentucky Today
Gov. Andy Beshear announced Wednesday a five-year public-private partnership with Bloomberg Philanthropies, which is committing $10 million to the state to reduce overdoses and save lives, by increasing access to medications and expanding preventative services.
“Winning the battle against the opioid crisis and helping Kentuckians overcome addiction is a top priority for...
Division of Fire Prevention offers tips to avoid tragedy in the kitchen during Thanksgiving holiday
The Kentucky Division of Fire Prevention is urging Kentuckians to stay fire-safe on the most dangerous cooking day of the year — Thanksgiving.
Thanksgiving Day is the number one day for cooking fires, according to the National Fire Protection Association. In 2020, more than 1,600 home cooking fires occurred on the holiday. Below are a few safety tips to keep your home from becoming a statistic:
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Kentucky by Heart: Enjoying the coming of fall; the work of R.L. Barth; remembering Rep. Larry Hopkins
By Steve Flairty
NKyTribune columnist
I like the sense of renewal that the spring season brings with its new growth and singing birds. I’m okay with winter because being indoors a lot helps my writing focus; too, I love the beauty of snow settling on the landscape. Summer is quite the gardening season, and that’s invigorating, but I find the high temperatures and the atmospheric haziness not so...
Our Rich History: ‘Gentleman’ Jim Connor, a legend at Thomas More College
By Dr. Raymond Hebert
Thomas More University
Part 21 of our series, “Retrospect and Vista II”: Thomas More College/University, 1971-2021.
Coach Jim Connor of Thomas More College (Thomas More University archives
To friends, family, and his players, he was simply known as “Coach.” However, James Robert Connor (1922—1996) was much more than that. When he died on March 23, 1996, he had been a...
The River: Memories still keen from half a century ago, as cruise season 1971 ‘ends on high note’
By Capt. Don Sanders
Special to NKyTribune
(The riverboat captain is a storyteller, and Captain Don Sanders is sharing the stories of his long association with the river — from discovery to a way of love and life.)
Half a century ago this week, on Monday 22 November 1971, Captain Ernest E. Wagner resumed the DELTA QUEEN from his relief, Captain Harry Louden. Though worlds apart in their physical...
No Promises Vocal Band plans return to a cappella Christmas concerts in NKY and Cincinnati
No Promises Vocal Band
A cappella holiday magic returns to the tri-state this December as No Promises Vocal Band re-launches their annual “Christmas With No Promises” tour.
Sonic stocking-stuffers from Alicia Keys, Andy Williams, Joni Mitchell, and Dan Fogelberg will be on offer as the region’s premier vocal jazz ensemble sings a family-friendly concert of sacred and secular classics, including...
Kathy Burkhardt tells state superintendents that family engagement is key to student success
One of the best predictors of student success is the extent to which families are encouraging learning at home, Kathy Burkhardt, senior director of the Learning Grove Navigo College and Career Prep and former superintendent of Erlanger-Elsmere Independent, told the Superintendents Advisory Council (SAC) during its Nov. 17 meeting.
Burkhardt joined the council for a discussion on the necessity of...
With holiday shopping season right around the corner, BBB tips help to get most bang for your buck
Traditionally, Black Friday is the single busiest shopping day of the year. Whether you’re safely shopping in person or online at home, here are reminders to get the most bang for your buck over the holiday shopping weekend.
Friday, Nov. 26th: Black Friday
• Know the return policy and warranty information. Always find out if an item is able to be returned before purchasing. Asking for gift receipts...
Ken Rechtin: Remembering former Newport Mayor Steve Goetz, public servant, bourbon taster and more
Editor’s note: Former Newport Mayor Steve H. Goetz Sr., 73, of Cold Spring, passed away in October at St. Elizabeth Health Care in Edgewood. Steve was a retired Director of Materials Management with Shriners Hospital in Cincinnati, the former Mayor of Newport, and a member of the Shriners and the Royal Order of the Jesters. Steve had a BS Degree from Whiskey University and was an Adjunct Master...
Kentucky by Heart: Kentuckians share more of their favorite interesting and noted figures from the state
Editor’s note: This is the second of a two-part series about some of the most “interesting” and noted Kentuckians throughout history and present, according to people around the state.
By Steve Flairty
NKyTribune columnist
One of the finest poet-writers in the state is Frankfort’s Richard Taylor, Kentucky Poet Laureate in 1999-2001. Chris Helvey, also of Frankfort, said this about him: “He...
Our Rich History: Thomas More College ‘legend,’ artist Darrell Brothers; art still hangs around campus
By Raymond Hebert
Special to NKyTribune
Part 20 of out Series, “Retrospect and Vista II”: Thomas More College/University, 1971-2021
Darrell Brothers was a talented, well-respected artist in the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky area who taught at Thomas More College from 1966 until 1993. He was Chairman of the Department of Art on several occasions, including between 1967 and 1975, and then again between...
The River: Fifty years ago this week, the DELTA QUEEN departs New Orleans; come along for the trip
By Capt. Don Sanders
Special to NKyTribune
(The riverboat captain is a storyteller, and Captain Don Sanders is sharing the stories of his long association with the river — from discovery to a way of love and life.)
Fifty years ago this week, Tuesday, November 16, 1971, the DELTA QUEEN, under Captain Harry Louden, Master, departed Poydras Street Wharf, New Orleans, at fifteen minutes past noon. Piloting...
Kentucky ranks 37th for overall well-being of its children in latest Kids Count County Data Book
By Melissa Patrick
Kentucky Health News
The annual Kids Count County Data Book on children’s well-being ranks Kentucky 37th in the nation for the overall condition of its children. Since last year, the state improved in 10 of the 17 categories, including fewer teen pregnancies and fewer women smoking during pregnancy. But the data show great disparities between counties and among children of...
Kenton County Fiscal Court honors former legislator Ken Harper with 2021 Pioneer Award
Kenton County recognized former state representative Ken Harper with a 2021 Pioneer Award for his outstanding career of public service.
Kenneth F. Harper was born on January 15, 1931, in Covington. He joined the U.S. Air Force in 1951 and served in the Korean War. When he returned home from service, he joined his father in their family business.
Ken Harper
Harper married Eileen Kathman on May 16, 1953....
NKY’s Hunter Eudy graduates from Kentucky Special Olympics leadership program — and finds his voice
By Judy Clabes
NKyTribune editor
Hunter Eudy has participated in Kentucky Special Olympics since he was 13, swimming with the NKY Dolphins.
Hunter speaking at the leadership class graduation.
His mom, Jera, credits the Special Olympics with bringing Hunter, who has autism, out of his shell – and giving him the opportunity to grow and learn.
It was his swim coach, Debbie Ogden, who suggested that...
