Lilly’s dream comes true — she finally got what she longed for most, a family of her own
By Roger Alford
Kentucky Today
Sure, six-year-old Lilly has the typical wish list for Christmas, including Barbie dolls and a dollhouse. But it was something much more meaningful that she longed for most: a family of her own.
For the past three years, Lilly had been in foster care through Sunrise Children’s...
Casualties of Sanctuary Village project in Villa Hills – Mayor Callery, incumbents who voted to support it
By Kevin Eigelbach
NKyTribune reporter
In his re-election campaign this fall, Villa Hills Mayor Irvin “Butch” Callery pointed to some concrete accomplishments in his first term, chief among them getting...
Our Rich History: Several presidents have visited Kentucky, and a new book tells that story
By Wayne Onkst
Special to NKyTribune
When President Trump visited Kentucky this fall, he was adding to the long history of presidential visits to the Commonwealth. For 200 years, presidents have traveled...
The River: An enjoyable time aboard the BELLE of CINCINNATI 2018 River Hop comes to an end
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 of love and life. This a part of a long and...
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Brown Forman Branding Director to keynote NKY Chamber Women’s Initiative Annual Breakfast
The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Women’s Initiative is preparing to kick off 2019 with one of the largest professional development and networking events of the year, the Women’s Initiative... - More »
- North American Properties closes on Newport on the Levee, plans include $100 million+ investment
- BBB Trends: Naughty, not nice -- watch for scammers (the Scrooges!) this holiday season
- Kentucky investment to lure Top Chef is paying off -- in terms of major exposure for food, culture, tourism
- J.D.'s Food Mart on Burlington Pike is now a U-Haul Company of Kentucky neighborhood dealer
- Carespring Northern Kentucky sites recognized by Kentucky Association of Health Care Facilities
- Keven Moore: Office holiday parties are fun, but businesses need appropriate safeguards
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Pew Trusts: Kentucky among states to strengthen school-based suicide prevention laws in 2018
By Christine Vestal Pew Charitable Trusts For Portland resident Stephen Canova, thoughts of suicide came unexpectedly one December night. Then 20, a sophomore in college, unhappy and disconnected from... - More »
- Glenn O. Swing students, Covington Cops join forces to raise money for Sleighbells and Sirens program
- NKU names '19 Outstanding Alumni Awards winners: Munninghoff, Jordan, Kienzle, Jolly, Slaughter
- KCTCS widens cost gap with state's public universities, making education more affordable
- NKU Center for Economic Education partners with Cleveland FED to expand Danny Dollar Academy
- Centre College's Grissom Scholars Program for first-generation college students featured in U.S. News
- Get a GED diploma (high school equivalency) through Kentucky Skills U at KCTCS institutions
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Lt. Gov. Jenean Hampton will be swearing in Jessica Fette, Erlanger’s first woman mayor, on December 18
The Oath of Office ceremony swearing-in Erlanger’s new Mayor, three new council members, and nine returning council members will take place on Tuesday, December 18, at 7 p.m. at the Erlanger City Building,... - More »
- City of Covington honors outgoing commissioners Huizenga, Wells as 'champions of the city'
- Casualties of Sanctuary Village project in Villa Hills - Mayor Callery, incumbents who voted to support it
- House Republican committee chairs include three NKY representatives: Moser, Koenig, St. Onge
- Council of State Governments ends national meeting, held in Covington; elected new leadership
- Sen. Damon Thayer receives inaugural KTIA Tourism Award for Legislative Leadership
- Intel Falcon drones supplement KYTC inspection of Daniel Carter Beard Bridge, improve safety
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St. Elizabeth Healthcare Nurse Residency Transition Program receives highest ANCC accreditation
The St. Elizabeth Healthcare Nurse Residency Transition Program has received accreditation with distinction as a practice transition program by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s (ANCC) Commission... - More »
- 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'
- More parents claiming religious exemption for children's vaccinations; rises 59% after new state rule
- Kentucky eye physicians offer tips on choosing the right gifts for your little ones -- and toys to avoid
- Northern Kentucky attorneys Neace, Eviston are CHFS top child support collections partners
- Friedell Committee, Foundation for a Healthy KY united to strengthen state, local police advocacy
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Lilly’s dream comes true — she finally got what she longed for most, a family of her own
By Roger Alford Kentucky Today Sure, six-year-old Lilly has the typical wish list for Christmas, including Barbie dolls and a dollhouse. But it was something much more meaningful that she longed for most:... - More »
- 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
- The River: An enjoyable time aboard the BELLE of CINCINNATI 2018 River Hop comes to an end
- Rotary Club of Florence, Steinford Toy Foundation 'wrapping up' annual holiday season toy drive
- Chef John Foster: Use apples of course, but take a moment to consider the pear, the forgotten fall fruit
- When 'sideline' gig become success: Bluegrass' Sideline takes stage at Dixie Station Dec. 7
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Briefs: CTI announces promotions; Wilson PSC exec director; McCain Covington Public Works supervisor
Covington-based CTI Clinical Trial and Consulting Services (CTI), has announced the promotions of Bonnie Grzegorzewski and Ed Kouche to Director, Business Development RWE and Senior Director, International... - More »
- 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
- Update: Third male juvenile charged with terroristic threatening in incidents targeting Ryle High School
- Floridians displaced by Hurricane Michael still have no place to go; 4000 in Bay County homeless
- Significant winter storm hits state (primarily in south and southeastern parts of state) is quick-hitter
- Grand jury to consider murder charge against Burlington man in the death of Arizona woman
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Small Dayton Cornerstone Christian Church does big things for homeless, hungry; it’s Christmas tradition
By Steve Oldfield Children, Inc. A small church in Dayton is proving that a few of the faithful can do big things when it comes to helping the homeless and hungry. Members of the Cornerstone Christian... - More »
- '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
- Transitions Inc. will celebrate grand opening of 180-bed Residential Treatment Center December 17
- Join PENAmerica, NKyTribune in 'Voices for a Free Press' event at World Peace Bell Sunday 4-6 p.m.
- Brighton Center makes the season brighter for hard-working families -- and you can help
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Senate democratic caucus elects Morgan McGarvey of Louisville as new floor leader
The Senate Democratic Caucus has elected Senator Morgan McGarvey, 38, D-Louisville, as its new floor leader. “I am appreciative of the confidence entrusted in me by my colleagues in the Democrat caucus,”... - More »
- 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
- Dying trees become useful, beautiful objects for University of Kentucky students, faculty and staff
- Art Lander's Outdoors: The Dark-eyed Junco -- It’s a sure sign of cold weather when this snowbird arrives
- Bravo's Top Chef Kentucky, Season 16, begins tonight; check out state's great culinary heritage
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Turfway Park selections for Wednesday
Turfway Park’s Mike Battaglia provides daily selections and comments for the Tribune during the live racing meets. WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12 Battaglia Race 1 NORTHERN CONNECT comes off a solid third-place... - More »
- NFL Fantasy Football Lister Week 15: Is fantasy football a game of skill or a game of luck?
- Impressive shooting performance carries Beechwood boys basketball team to seventh straight win
- Thomas More standout Temple named USBWA Division III National Player of the Week
- NASCAR, Race Team Alliance and 704Games collaborate to create NASCAR Esports League
- Jamie Vaught: Book about Boston Celtics glory days brings back memories of UK great Frank Ramsey
- Seton Hall squeaks by UK Wildcats, going down to the buzzer, 84-83 at Madison Square Gardens
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Patrick Moynihan: Rotary clubs come to rescue in Gatlinburg fire; warehouse becomes relief center
In the wake of devastating natural disasters, someone has to do something immediately, says Pigeon Forge (Tenn.) Rotarian Jerry Wear. Wear That someone were the five Rotary clubs in Sevier County following... - More »
- 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?
- Wayne Lewis: KDE increasing opportunities for student success in college, career and life
- Bill Straub: 'Tis the season; since lots of kids are hungry, can we figure out a way to feed them?
- Brent Cooper: 'Northern Kentucky' and how is it defined?; let's talk about 'being stronger together'
- Letter to the Editor: Kentucky groups stand against attack on immigrant families
