Smack talk at Covington City Hall fuels employee food drive that nets 1,214 lbs. for Be Concerned
It was a week of trash talking and showboating at City Hall, but in the end all the “competition” was for a good cause: Some 1,214 pounds of food was collected for one of the agencies that feeds families in Covington.
The Economic Development “team” and its winning entry.
The...
The River: Cold? Not until your mustache freezes with a ‘ping’ while working on a riverboat
By Capt. Don Sanders
Special to NKyTribune
The riverboat captain is a storyteller, and Captain Don Sanders will be sharing the stories of his long association with the river — from discovery to a way...
“Broken Promise’ report shows states spend too little of settlement money on smoking prevention
The Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids and others have issued a 20th annual report, Broken Promises to our Children, which details how states are spending revenues from both tobacco taxes and tobacco company...
Kentucky Supreme Court upholds $80m punitive damages award against Grant Thornton in Yung suit
In a landmark decision, the Kentucky Supreme Court has affirmed a trial court’s award of approximately $80,000,000 in punitive damages to the plaintiffs in a case against Grant Thornton LLP.
The plaintiffs,...
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With passage of farm bill, KY-based hemp company GenCanna Global announces $40m expansion
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The federal farm bill, passed this week by Congress and awaiting the signature of President Trump, has already spurred the expansion of a Kentucky-based hemp company. Winchester-based... - More »
- Chef Willocks celebrates Baker's Table grand opening in Newport, vows to 'Feed People with Love'
- Stuart named Kentucky Speedway Salesperson of the Year for seventh time in eight years
- Fischer Homes hosting new model grand opening this weekend in Meadow Glen in Independence
- Keven Moore: In-vehicle infotainment systems are elaborate features, but also full of risks
- Brown Forman Branding Director to keynote NKY Chamber Women’s Initiative Annual Breakfast
- North American Properties closes on Newport on the Levee, plans include $100 million+ investment
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Northern Kentucky University graduates 1,100 students at fall commencement ceremonies
Northern Kentucky University honored more than 1,100 students at its 46th Commencement exercises at BB&T Arena Saturday. The university held two commencement ceremonies to honor students from the... - More »
- NKU, its partner in France get funding from European Union for exchange student scholarships
- Five school districts team up for STEM high school; Carrollton's iLead Academy students 'rethink school'
- KY Supreme Court strikes down state's pension reform law ('sewer bill') passed earlier this year
- University of Cincinnati DAAP professor releases an app to address literacy challenges
- Pew Trusts: Kentucky among states to strengthen school-based suicide prevention laws in 2018
- Glenn O. Swing students, Covington Cops join forces to raise money for Sleighbells and Sirens program
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Government briefs: Thayer is Friend of KY Cities; DLG names Larry Brown field rep; Queen wins award
The Kentucky League of Cities (KLC) presented Sen. Damon Thayer (R-Georgetown) with a “Friend of Kentucky Cities” award at Monday night’s Independence City Council meeting. KLC Deputy Executive Director... - More »
- Supreme Court's ruling striking down pension law draws strong reaction on both sides of the issue
- Kentucky House Democrats choose leadership team, Adkins, Jenkins, Graham, includes two new faces
- A STABLE Kentucky: Making saving and financial independence for people with disabilities easier
- Kenton County wants nominations for 2019 Pioneer Award, recognizing community service, integrity
- Lt. Gov. Jenean Hampton will be swearing in Jessica Fette, Erlanger's first woman mayor, on December 18
- City of Covington honors outgoing commissioners Huizenga, Wells as 'champions of the city'
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Kentucky still ranks near bottom for health according to 2018 America’s Health Rankings (get off couch)
By Mary Kuhlman Public News Service Kentucky is facing serious health challenges, according to an annual state-by-state ranking of key health indicators. The America’s Health Rankings 2018 report... - More »
- "Broken Promise' report shows states spend too little of settlement money on smoking prevention
- St. Elizabeth hosts clinical career fair at SETEC in Erlanger; 150+ clinical nursing jobs available
- St. Elizabeth Ft. Thomas increases advanced cancer treatment options with TrueBeam technology
- St. Elizabeth Healthcare Nurse Residency Transition Program receives highest ANCC accreditation
- Shelley Shearer, DMD: For the perfect holiday gift -- what about giving a new smile?
- Most vulnerable may lose insurance coverage, due to penalties, work rules, 'onerous reporting'
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The River: Cold? Not until your mustache freezes with a ‘ping’ while working on a riverboat
By Capt. Don Sanders Special to NKyTribune The riverboat captain is a storyteller, and Captain Don Sanders will be sharing the stories of his long association with the river — from discovery to a way... - More »
- Surprise gift from HGTV's Chip and Joanna Gaines helps struggling Henry County dairy farmers
- Chef John Foster: Chestnuts roasting by an open fire -- but can you figure how to make them taste good
- December 15 deadline approaching to enroll in health insurance -- heads-up to apply by end of Saturday
- Lilly's dream comes true -- she finally got what she longed for most, a family of her own
- Kentucky by Heart: No shortage of inspirational quotes attributed to well-known Kentuckians
- Our Rich History: Several presidents have visited Kentucky, and a new book tells that story
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Self-representing individuals can now file small claims cases online through courts’ eFiling website
Kentucky’s Administrative Office of the Courts has made it easier for people representing themselves when filing small claims cases. Until now, individuals would have to go to the county courthouse to... - More »
- Sanitation District No. 1 recognizes contractors for storm water management efforts
- Kentucky Supreme Court upholds $80m punitive damages award against Grant Thornton in Yung suit
- Kentucky Chamber President Adkisson in NKY; speaks on 2019 legislative priorities, pension reform
- Briefs: CTI announces promotions; Wilson PSC exec director; McCain Covington Public Works supervisor
- Former Covington Catholic basketball player Jacob Walter jailed for alleged sexual assault
- David Adkisson, president of Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, to share legislative agenda for business
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Smack talk at Covington City Hall fuels employee food drive that nets 1,214 lbs. for Be Concerned
It was a week of trash talking and showboating at City Hall, but in the end all the “competition” was for a good cause: Some 1,214 pounds of food was collected for one of the agencies that... - More »
- AmeriCorps members got tasty bonus from stay in NKY, thanks to UK Cooperative Extension Service
- Behringer-Crawford seeking nominations for its annual Two-Headed Calf Award; event is March 21
- Small Dayton Cornerstone Christian Church does big things for homeless, hungry; it's Christmas tradition
- 'Voices for a Free Press' public event at World Peace Bell draws comments from variety of speakers
- Haag-Costin named senior director of behavioral health services at Holly Hill Child & Family Solutions
- Santa's toy shop at Covington City Hall benefits James E. Biggs Early Childhood Center
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Santa really is watching (so are KY State Police) — so don’t drink and drive this holiday season
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today FRANKFORT, Ky. (KT) – The Kentucky Office of Highway Safety and Kentucky State Police are joining together in an effort to remind motorists to be responsible behind the... - More »
- Art Lander's Outdoors: Carolina Chickadees are year-round residents that brighten the dreariest of days
- Farm Bill passes both Senate, House, on way to president; includes industrial hemp production
- Senate democratic caucus elects Morgan McGarvey of Louisville as new floor leader
- General Fund receipts up 7.1 percent; road fund receipts up 7.4 percent for November, budget director reports
- Supreme Court Justice Daniel Venters retiring in January after serving 35 years in judiciary system
- U.S. Commerce Dept. taps Gov. Bevin to Lead Economic Development Mission to India
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Solid defensive play by Morgan Hentz helps Stanford win NCAA Division I volleyball championship
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter Morgan Hentz of Lakeside Park enhanced her reputation as one of the nation’s top college volleyball players with an impressive performance in the NCAA championship... - More »
- Kentucky's Keldon Johnson heats up from behind the arc to lead Wildcats to 88-61 win over Utah at Rupp
- Triple Crown champion Steve Cauthen among list of inductees for N.Ky. Sports Hall of Fame
- No. 3 Thomas More women defeat No. 2 Hope (Mich.), 81-61; Louisville women defeat NKU, 92-59
- Turfway Park selections for Saturday
- NKU plays host to Miami (Ohio) on Sunday night; Thomas More women remain unbeaten
- Local player on Stanford volleyball team that's in NCAA championship final on Saturday
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Amal Clooney: ‘We do not live in a post-truth world, we just need news that is based on truth’
Human rights lawyer Amal Clooney addressed the United Nations Correspondents Association, delivering a warning about the persecution of journalists around the world, and in the U.S. She was honored as... - More »
- Commentary: The emerging consensus behind reforming Kentucky's bail system
- Jonathan Miller: U.S. Farm bill passes; era of hemp prohibition over, will be multi-billion industry by 2020
- Bill Straub: Mitch McConnell is in an uncomfortable spot (and he did vote to impeach Clinton)
- Patrick Moynihan: Rotary clubs come to rescue in Gatlinburg fire; warehouse becomes relief center
- OJ Oleka: These men are shaping Kentucky’s future through key leadership roles
- Peter Y. Sussman: Journalism in the crosshairs -- first, they came for journalists. Who speaks out?
