The River: Life and death on the waterways can be but moments apart, but I don’t regret my choices
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 continuing story.
By Captain Don Sanders
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“I’m going to walk right down to...
Billy Reed: Medina Spirit runs third in Preakness, behind winner Rombauer and Midnight Bourbon
Medina Spirit, the star-crossed winner in the Kentucky Derby, didn’t win yesterday’s Preakness in Baltimore, finishing third to the late-charging Rombauer and runner-up Midnight Bourbon.
But here’s...
Thomas More University honors newest alumni at in-person, day-long commencement; 440 get degrees
Thomas More University honored its newest alumni during an in-person, day-long Commencement Ceremony Saturday.
More than 260 undergraduate and graduate students registered to participate in the ceremony...
Billy Reed: All eyes on Preakness to see if star-crossed colt Medina Spirit can be competitive
LOUISVILLE – Almost all horse racing fans around the nation will be watching this afternoon’s Preakness Stakes so they can make a judgement about Medina Spirit.
The star-crossed colt won the Kentucky...
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Kentucky Main Street Communities report $45.5 million investment, 122 new businesses in 2020
In the latest in a string of positive economic news for the state, 27 Kentucky Main Street Program (KYMS) communities finished last year strong with a reported $45.5 million cumulative investment in downtown... - More »
- NKY Chamber presents Graydon law firm with its Community Award for 150 years of service
- Sun Country Airlines to offer nonstop service to Minneapolis-St. Paul twice weekly Fridays, Saturdays
- Taqueria Nogal, three other new businesses open in Dayton's Central Business District
- Northern Kentucky Young Professionals' Next Generation Leader finalists named
- Buff City Soap brings plant-based products to Florence; see the customizable, natural soap made
- Perfetti Van Melle hosting hiring event, prepared to make on-the-spot job offers on May 15
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Thomas More University honors newest alumni at in-person, day-long commencement; 440 get degrees
Thomas More University honored its newest alumni during an in-person, day-long Commencement Ceremony Saturday. More than 260 undergraduate and graduate students registered to participate in the ceremony... - More »
- NKU gets $750,000 grant to support its Collaborative for Economic Engagement, spur innovation
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- KET announces winners of its 2021 Young Writers Contest, including NKy students
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- Bruce Rosenthal named dean of the College of Business at Thomas More University
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$506k of fresh asphalt — repaving underway on ‘worst’ streets in eight Covington neighborhoods
Over half a million dollars of fresh asphalt will soon be spread on Covington streets that, in the words of the City’s Public Works director, currently represent some of the “worst of the worst”... - More »
- City of Fort Mitchell names the Mike Wong Family Grand Marshals of the Independence Day Parade
- Kentucky receives $5 million boost in federal CARES funding to promote safe tourism across state
- Annual service in Covington honors 37 fallen peace officers who died in line of duty
- Covington Commission: Scott Street properties could be new City Hall site; city clerk hired
- Covington encouraging rehab of historic properties with new incentives targeting commercial spaces
- State to receive $2.1 billion from American Rescue Plan Act, state receipts surge in April, set records
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KCDHH encouraging Kentuckians to act on common and often ignored early signs of hearing loss
With an estimated 48 million Americans experiencing hearing loss, the Kentucky Commission on the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (KCDHH) is encouraging the public to act on the early signs of trouble – for... - More »
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- Governor to update mask mandate based on CDC guidance; 767 new cases, 4 deaths, 3.02% positivity
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- Beshear reports 1,882,396 Kyians vaccinated; 758 new COVID cases, 23 deaths, 3.15% positivity
- Beshear reports 167 cases, 10 deaths, says 1,875,554 Kyians vaccinated; aims to lift restrictions May 28
- FHK poll finds Kyians trust their health care provider compared to others regarding COVID-19 vaccine
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The River: Life and death on the waterways can be but moments apart, but I don’t regret my choices
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... - More »
- Summer Camps return to Five Seasons Sports Club; registration open to ages 5-12
- River City Living: Season 2 of Beyond the Curb kicks off with charming home on a ridge in Bellevue
- Elsmere Police Officers save infant's life; it was nerve-wracking but, 'This is what we train for'
- Southbank Partners announces Swinging at the Bell Concert Series -- first one starts tonight
- Kentucky by Heart: Appreciating the power, potential of stirring words; a look at debut novel by Rae Craig
- Our Rich History: Kentucky inventors, entrepreneurs, innovations; free workshop at NKU's Grant Center
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Billy Reed: Medina Spirit runs third in Preakness, behind winner Rombauer and Midnight Bourbon
Medina Spirit, the star-crossed winner in the Kentucky Derby, didn’t win yesterday’s Preakness in Baltimore, finishing third to the late-charging Rombauer and runner-up Midnight Bourbon. But here’s... - More »
- Beshear names Acena Beck to Kenton Family Court vacancy; she was head of Children's Law Center
- Italianfest returning to Newport's Festival Park this summer with authentic Italian food, music and more
- St. E increases access to cardiac care; new facility in Edgewood, more services in Ft. Thomas, Florence
- Purple People Bridge closed after stone falls into river from pier; Party goes on -- in Festival Park
- Kentucky Lottery: Get a COVID shot, get another shot at $225,000; Kroger, Walmart giving Cash Ball coupons
- Kentucky Transportation Cabinet gives heads up on projects that may cause delays or lane closures
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Hagedorn Appliances donates portion of April sales to DCCH Center for Children and Families
Since 1941 Hagedorn Appliances has been doing business in the Tri-State area and understand that the community is the backbone of its business. Giving back is an important way of saying thank you. Since... - More »
- Behringer-Crawford Museum offering free admission this summer to active-duty military and families
- Kentucky Symphony Orchestra season finale May 15 at Newport Car Barn to feature Rat Pack Reboot
- NKY NAACP to offer free Regional Diversity COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic -- register now for May 22
- The Carnegie to audition for first production of 21-22 season, Little House of Horrors -- details here
- Mary Ann Noll's family establishes scholarship endowment for Community Montessori School
- Big Bone Lick welcomes two bison calves -- and when you visit be prepared to explore
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Council on Postsecondary Education caps tuition at near-historic lows in effort increase affordability
The Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education has capped tuition increases near historic lows for the next two years, limiting the cost increase to students while also providing financial flexibility... - More »
- Motorists to see relief in southeast as Colonial Pipeline restart eases strain on gasoline supply
- Transportation Cabinet seeking public input on Statewide Transportation Improvement Program
- Art Lander's Outdoors: Built nearly a century ago, Herrington Lake is Kentucky's oldest major reservoir
- Emergency regulations for historical racing on hold; KHRC must consider Family Foundation complaint
- Department of Revenue reminding Kentuckians of upcoming May 17 income tax return filing deadline
- Constance Alexander: Murray Art Guild workshop taps into participants' creativity, one dab at a time
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Top seeds in 9th Region boys tennis tournament have little trouble advancing to quarterfinal round
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter The top eight seeds in singles and doubles all won matches in straight sets during the opening rounds of the 9th Region boys tennis tournament on Saturday at... - More »
- Billy Reed: All eyes on Preakness to see if star-crossed colt Medina Spirit can be competitive
- Former Cincinnati Reds pitcher Tony Cingrani, infielder Jordan Pacheco join Lexington Legends
- Walton-Verona baseball team's first appearance in All "A" Classic championship game did not go well
- Prep Sports Notebook: Beechwood quarterback will play another season for state champion Tigers
- Kentucky Derby winner Medina Spirit's victory is in jeopardy over positive post-race drug test
- Billy Reed: A happy mom indeed, Gail Rice bred Medina Spirit, the winner of the 147th Kentucky Derby
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Commentary: Over 50 KY economists urge federal elected officials to enact carbon pricing
By Christine Cunha Missik, MD and David Anderson, PhD Climate change poses a serious threat to our natural environment and to our economic prosperity. It threatens our health, our crops, our infrastructure,... - More »
- Mac Brown: Despite 'sugarcoating' of pandemic response, Beshear's leadership disastrous for Ky.
- Al Cross: Mitch McConnell's silence makes him less worthy of leadership -- at what price is power?
- Bill Straub: We can't have bipartisanship when McConnell says his job is to stop the administration
- George Fuchs: Healthy eating habits start at home; 40% of adolescents are overweight or obese
- Jason Bailey: This one weird trick will help Kentucky employers find workers
- Gov. Andy Beshear: Kentucky's economy showing record-breaking momentum -- safely and sustainably
