Our Rich History: Brighton Center, a shining ‘diamond’ in Newport, offers wide range of services
Part 60 of our series, “Resilience and Renaissance: Newport, Kentucky, 1795-2020.”
By Samantha Hamilton
Special to NKyTribune
During a period of rapid urbanization and demographic change in Northern Kentucky, a diamond in the rough emerged in Newport’s West End. Illegal activities, including gambling...
Big Brothers Big Sisters looking for volunteer Bigs to connect with Littles in need of an adult mentor
By Maridith Yahl
NKyTribune reporter
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Cincinnati (BBBS) is celebrating National Mentoring Month. “The goal is to provide a positive adult role model for a child, one...
The River: After stint in military (and Presidential Protection Force ) it’s back to the DELTA QUEEN
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...
State reports 3,795 new cases, 49 deaths — and says 56,000 vaccine doses coming next week; 1C will open
By Tom Latek
Kentucky Today
Friday’s big drop in new cases and deaths in Kentucky due to COVID-19 reversed course on Saturday, with big increases in both categories.
There were 3,795 new cases reported...
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Cove Federal Credit Union offering free financial aid seminary; take the mystery out of paying for college
Cove Federal Credit Union is offering a free online financial aid seminar to take the mystery out of paying for college. It is a virtual program open to all high school families on Tuesday, Feb. 2, 7-8... - More »
- New Current HR offering broad range of services to regional markets, led by Charlie Vance
- Legion Logistics moves to a 5,000 sq. ft. office space at Newport on the Levee, poised for growth
- KY Supreme Court says no rehearing on historical horse racing: not pari-mutuel wagering and is illegal
- U.S. Customs in Erlanger and Louisville seize millions in counterfeit Cartier bracelets, rings
- CVG continues success with reducing airfares; U.S. Dept. of Transportation says it has lowest in region
- Northern Kentucky Young Professionals name Steering Committee; Ellen Bates is chair
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Kentucky schools face challenges when transitioning to online teaching during COVID-19 pandemic
By Anya Slepyan The Daily Yonder Rebecca Potter has been a teacher in Letcher County for 29 years, but she’s never had a school year quite like this one. Like most teachers across the country, she has... - More »
- Kentucky art contest increases pollinator awareness; children ages 5-18 encouraged to participate
- Commonwealth Education Continuum members named ahead of upcoming meeting on Jan. 27
- KY Department of Education seeking sponsors for summer meals to students to bridge nutrition gap
- Nominations open for 2021 Kentucky Teacher Awards; get form here -- deadline is February 20
- NKU's Institute for Health Innovation aims to make region healthier through embracing collaboration
- Two Northern Kentucky students among those honored by the Martin Luther King State Commission
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Covington offering small business loans for renovating exteriors, paying startup rent
Small businesses in Covington have until Friday, Jan. 29, to apply for the next round of City help in paying first-year rent or fixing up their exteriors. Since the start of 2017, Covington has provided... - More »
- Prep work on IRS site intensifies: Covington seeks firms for demolition, environmental hazards removal
- Kentucky Lottery closes first half of fiscal year on record pace with more than $710 million in sales
- Kentucky unemployment rate in December rises 0.3 percent; state jobless rate now at 6 percent
- McConnell participates in inaugural activities, turns leadership over to Schumer - and has this to say. . .
- Covington starts process for IRS demolition this week, mayor wants alternative sites for vaccines
- Mayor Wilbur of Rabbit Hash named top ten Political Hero Dog by Halo as politics is dog-eat-dog world
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New COVID cases on Sunday — 2,018; deaths 35; 117 of Kentucky’s 120 counties are in red zone
New cases reported in Kentucky on Sunday were 2,018, bringing the total number of cases to 346,586. Deaths numbered 35, bring the total to 3,421. Kenton reported 97 new cases, Boone 65 and Campbell 52. Of... - More »
- State reports 3,795 new cases, 49 deaths -- and says 56,000 vaccine doses coming next week; 1C will open
- Gov. Beshear reports 2,756 cases, 36 deaths and lowest positivity since Jan. 2 -- 10.8%
- Beshear reports highest ever number of deaths with 58, 3,728 new cases; victims' memorial ceremony
- Gov. Beshear reports 3,433 cases and 49 deaths, positivity is below 12% for fifth day
- Beshear reports 2,250 COVID cases, 27 deaths; major funding for hospitals and faster vaccinations
- State reports 1,990 COVID cases, 40 deaths, positivity 11.64%; state capitol grounds still closed
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Our Rich History: Brighton Center, a shining ‘diamond’ in Newport, offers wide range of services
Part 60 of our series, “Resilience and Renaissance: Newport, Kentucky, 1795-2020.” By Samantha Hamilton Special to NKyTribune During a period of rapid urbanization and demographic change in Northern... - More »
- The River: After stint in military (and Presidential Protection Force ) it's back to the DELTA QUEEN
- Welcome Bach to 2021 as Kentucky Symphony Orchestra offers The Best of Bach Boys in concert
- Crossroads Church Florence collecting blankets for the homeless through January 24; drop-off at church
- The Man Scout: Let’s have the courage to practice tolerance and let go of hostility that often divides us
- Kentucky Chamber's 'Achieving Equity to Build a Stronger Kentucky' report calls for justice, equity
- Kentucky by Heart: Testing your knowledge of Ky's history, culture and geography with a 'County Quiz'
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In wake of Supreme Court historical racing decision, Keeneland closes facilities until legislature acts
The Kentucky Supreme Court’s unanimous decision not to reconsider its September ruling on historic horse racing machine has resulted in the “temporary” closing of Keeneland and Red Mile... - More »
- Newport on Levee announces Trade, opening this summer in the reimagined Gallery Building
- Anonymous Boone County man cashed in with $200,000 scratch-off ticket sold in Florence
- Former legislator Addia Wuchner named executive director of Kentucky Right to Life Association
- Richard Tofel: Seeking 'significant possibilities,' ending 'uncivil war' two themes from Biden speech
- Kentucky County Clerks Association retains Frost Brown Todd's CivicPoint to work with legislature
- ANALYSIS: Some ideas for countering the Big Lie about the presidential election (a clue: Biden won)
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Big Brothers Big Sisters looking for volunteer Bigs to connect with Littles in need of an adult mentor
By Maridith Yahl NKyTribune reporter Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Cincinnati (BBBS) is celebrating National Mentoring Month. “The goal is to provide a positive adult role model for a child, one... - More »
- Kentucky Youth Advocates to hold Children's Advocacy Week, virtually, to engage with legislators on critical issues
- Point Arc holds 'vaccine rally' at NKY Health Dept. to say 'We Need Vaccines Now' for the vulnerable
- People Working Cooperatively gets grants to provide critical repairs to homeowners around the region
- The Carnegie adds Little Free Library in front of Eva G. Farris Education Center, offer free access to books
- City of Erlanger launches $1.2m Business Relief to help mitigate effects of pandemic
- Community Action Agencies open enrollment for Low-Income Home Energy Assistance until March 31
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Third impeachment petition filed, this one against AG Daniel Cameron for handling of Breonna Taylor case
Staff report A petition has been filed with the state legislature asking for the impeachment of Kentucky’s Attorney General Daniel Cameron for his handling of the investigation into the shooting... - More »
- Black Lives in Red States: Art and life converge for two women during a tumultuous year
- With no veto or signature from the governor, the 'Born Alive' pro-life bill become law on third try
- Governor holds memorial flag ceremony on Capitol grounds to commemorate state's COVID victims
- Art Lander's Outdoors: Greenbo Lake may be small, but it carries a big reputation among Ky. anglers
- A unit of Kentucky State Police troopers were part of the security detail at the Presidential Inauguration
- Gov. Beshear vetoes five bills, calling them 'unconstitutional,' 'put Kentucky lives at risk'
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NKU cross country teams begin season by finishing fifth at Belmont Opener in Nashville on Sunday
The Northern Kentucky University men’s and women’s cross country teams began the season on Sunday at the Belmont Opener in Nashville. Both teams took fifth place overall, with the men totaling 148... - More »
- CovCath basketball team continues run of success with new combination in starting lineup
- Billy Reed: Remembering Hank Aaron who was a baseball superstar and a man of grace, elegance
- Faulkner’s clutch performance in overtime lifts NKU to 79-74 win at Robert Morris on Saturday night
- NKU shoots 72 percent in second half, rallies for 81-76 road win at Robert Morris on Friday night
- NKU hits road for Robert Morris this weekend; Norse look to snap four-game losing streak
- Calipari discouraged after watching Kentucky drop 63-62 buzzer-beater at Georgia on Wednesday
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Jim Waters: New progressive pension plan proposed by Rep. Massey is positive for future teachers
In one sense, Rep. Ed Massey’s bill to create a new tier within the Teachers’ Retirement System (TRS) represents a substantial change in Kentucky’s pension system – but only for new teachers. In... - More »
- Jason Bailey: General Assembly should strengthen recovery by approving much-needed relief
- Ashli Watts: Kentuckians must face some harsh realities if we are to achieve racial equity
- Al Cross: McConnell makes play to sideline Trump as he has chance to remake how he'll be remembered
- Bill Straub: Yes, the flag is still there -- and church bells should ring from sea to shining sea
- Mitch McConnell: Remarks on Senate floor as it returns to its work pre-inauguration
- Constance Alexander: Classic western cinema offers escape from current state of domestic affairs
