Our Rich History: Paul W. Tibbets Jr., the ‘butterfly effect,’ and the end of World War II
Part 8 of our series on the 75th anniversary of the closing stages of World War II and Part 39 of our series, “Resilience and Renaissance: Newport, Kentucky, 1795-2020.”
By Paul Tenkotte
Special to NKyTribune
On Monday, August 6, 1945, a B-29 Superfortress bomber named the Enola Gay took off from...
Bruce Lunsford’s Art Collector delivers masterclass in Ellis Park Derby and is headed to Churchill Downs
JR Communications
On Saturday evening, following a devastating performance at one of racing’s most historic tracks, the consensus within the Thoroughbred racing community was that the question of which...
The River: ‘Detoxing’ after a very long life on the river, having mixed feelings and a lot of memories
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...
Kentucky Supreme Court sets schedule for hearing on suit against Governor’s executive orders
By Tom Latek
Kentucky Today
The Kentucky Supreme Court issued an order on Friday, setting a briefing schedule and a date for oral arguments, in one of the lawsuits filed against Gov. Andy Beshear’s use...
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NKY Chamber’s Business Impact Awards virtual celebration starts today at 4 and continues all week
They are the best businesses in the region and deserve recognition and acclaim, which is exactly what the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce will do when it hosts the five-day virtual celebration that... - More »
- OneSource Center new location offers greater accessibility to Northern Kentucky nonprofits
- Mazak President Don Janka talks about pandemic's affect but says he's optimistic about the future
- Ted Richardson, 80, dies at home after an extended illness; founded Cardinal Engineering, civic servant
- Dollar General opens new distribution centers in state, including a traditional warehouse in Boone County
- Amazon to hire 1,250-plus temporary, full-time workers for fulfillment centers -- apply online
- Keven Moore: Restaurant seating at curbside, sidewalks and parking lots all comes with safety risks
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Northern Kentucky University to host a virtual open registration event on August 13; classes start 17th
Northern Kentucky University hosts a virtual open registration event on August 13 for prospective students who still need to complete the admissions and registration process before classes begin on August... - More »
- KEA says COVID-19 positivity rate too high for in-person classes; should be below 4 percent
- Boone County Schools Superintendent Matt Turner sends letter to faculty, staff about school reopening
- Gateway receives bucket truck, a gift from Bowling Group, to train next generation of lineworkers
- 'Covington Connect' moving forward; families of Cov school kids can apply now for free computer
- Governor's School for Entrepreneurs team winners of business-pitch competition include NKY students
- NKU receives national recognition for Respiratory Care Program in Health Innovation Center
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$500k of repaving to begin soon in 11 Covington neighborhoods; fresh asphalt starts August 17
Get ready for the pungent smell of fresh asphalt, Covington. The City of Covington’s annual repaving program will likely begin Aug. 17, weather permitting, with trucks, equipment, and crews heading... - More »
- Sanitation District No. 1 navigates COVID-19 pandemic with commitment to safety and 'thriving'
- Kenton County's iconic Historic Courthouse in Independence undergoing major renovations
- KYTC: Ramp and lane closures this weekend at Dixie Highway and at Buttermilk for interstate paving
- Governor reports 546 new COVID cases, one death; talks about CARES fund uses; a round-up of news
- City applies for COVID relief, moves forward with CovTech incentive, says mask-up and fill out census
- Boone Judge-Executive Gary Moore becomes president of NACo, discusses his plans for the organization
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Gov. Beshear reports 425 new COVID cases, one death with limited reporting; take all precautions
Gov. Andy Beshear on Sunday reported 425 new COVID cases and one death, bringing the state’s totals to 34,982 cases and 773 deaths. Nine of the new cases were children 5 and under. There were 8 new... - More »
- Gov. Beshear reports 'tough day' -- 801 new COVID cases and 8 deaths; 'we can determine our future'
- Gov. Beshear reports 573 new COVID cases, four deaths; 'virus is spreading too much,' he says
- Shelley Shearer: The denture dilemma -- what's the best choice? least expensive? right for you?
- Governor reports 516 new COVID cases, 8 deaths; extends mask-wearing mandate; news round-up
- Rep. Kim Banta pre-files bill to make breast cancer treatment more affordable, accessible
- Gov. Beshear reports 700 new COVID cases, 7 deaths; First Lady organizing 'Covering for Kids'
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Our Rich History: Paul W. Tibbets Jr., the ‘butterfly effect,’ and the end of World War II
Part 8 of our series on the 75th anniversary of the closing stages of World War II and Part 39 of our series, “Resilience and Renaissance: Newport, Kentucky, 1795-2020.” By Paul Tenkotte Special to... - More »
- The River: 'Detoxing' after a very long life on the river, having mixed feelings and a lot of memories
- St. Elizabeth, Gravity Diagnostics partner to offer free COVID-19 testing at two drive-through sites in NKY
- Covington shares more pictures of inside the IRS facility -- after they trigger 'a thousand memories'
- Kentucky Youth Advocates, Casey Family Programs discuss COVID-19 impact on child welfare community
- Census Bureau ending counting efforts a month early, on Sept. 30; rural areas likely undercounted
- Kentucky by Heart: Kentuckians throughout history faced similar challenges to those we face today
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Bruce Lunsford’s Art Collector delivers masterclass in Ellis Park Derby and is headed to Churchill Downs
JR Communications On Saturday evening, following a devastating performance at one of racing’s most historic tracks, the consensus within the Thoroughbred racing community was that the question of which... - More »
- UK administrators to engage in anti-racist training as part of effort to begin to ‘change the culture’
- Briefs: NKCAC childcare grant, GE, Seligman grants to Redwood, dermalounge Medical Spa expands
- Roebling Bridge inspection scheduled Monday and there will be one-lane only on Tuesday
- TANK will resume fare collection, front door boarding on all trips, starting Monday -- masks are required
- Lt. Gov. Coleman announces education pioneer Nettie Depp to be first woman to have statue in state Capitol
- Kentucky Realtors reports housing market takes big leap in June, thanks to low mortgage rates, job gains
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Suits That Rock: Virtual Rock On for Carnegie Kids is underway, continues through August
Suits That Rock has raised over $1,000,000 for The Carnegie in Covington to support arts education for students over the last 12 years. When the COVID pandemic hit, the annual fundraising concert had to... - More »
- Horizon Community Funds distributes $550K to nonprofits addressing pandemic hardships
- People Working Cooperatively get grants to support critical home repairs, service programs
- Shawn Carroll: New Perceptions annual dinner -- celebrating its 68th year -- is going virtual this year
- Sweet Cheeks Diaper Bank announces matching donation program with Huggies as demand increases
- Campbell County Historical Society, bursting at seams, teams up with Horizon Funds for new space
- Apartment Association provides assistance for renters -- food and rent -- during the pandemic
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Attorney General Cameron provides new tool for reporting suspected Medicaid fraud, patient abuse
Attorney General Daniel Cameron has announced a new tool for reporting suspected Medicaid fraud and patient abuse to his office. Kentuckians can now electronically report abuse, neglect, and exploitation... - More »
- Looking for Kentucky's newest millionaire -- Lottery's Powerball $1m ticket sold in Nicholasville
- Kentucky Supreme Court sets schedule for hearing on suit against Governor's executive orders
- Kentucky native one step closer to approval as Ambassador of UN Economic and Social Council
- Art Lander's Outdoors: Spotted (Kentucky) Bass -- most common in the streams of Northeastern Ky.
- Heavy traffic during coronavirus pandemic has taken its toll on Kentucky's state nature preserves
- Woodford Reserve $1,000 Mint Julep celebrates 50th anniversary of Kentucky Derby’s first female jockey
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Several local players disappointed with college conferences canceling fall football schedules
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter Ryle graduate Jake Chisholm provided 204.3 all-purpose yards per game for the University of Dayton football team last season. It was the highest average in... - More »
- Prep Sports Notebook: Brossart basketball player makes commitment with Division I college program
- Ellis Park Derby a reunion of sorts for Northern Kentucky native Bruce Lunsford; watch Art Collector
- Prohibitive favorite Art Collector set to run against full field in Ellis Park Derby on Sunday
- Louisville dismisses three men’s soccer players, suspends three others for team violations
- UK golfer Cullan Brown dead at age 20; battled osteosarcoma past year, inspired golf community
- High school athletic directors select first recipient of Stan Steidel Award; announce Hall of Fame inductees
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Billy Reed: Look for Billy’s cutout in the Reds stands and don’t play golf with Trump (integrity matters)
I freely admit that I have enjoyed watching the Cincinnati Reds on TV, even though I seriously doubt if major-league baseball will be able to continue dodging the Coronavirus pandemic that has shut down... - More »
- Col Owens: Of course we can -- we must search our souls if we really mean to find the end to racism
- Ashli Watts: Road to recovery depends on legal liability, unemployment fund, education/childcare
- Jan Hillard: Mail-in Voting is both safe and effective -- and deserves broad adoption across the states
- Bill Straub: Jobless wait nervously while McConnell dawdles on the unemployment supplement they need
- Advancing Equity: Women's Crisis Center staff repeats this phrase and means it -- 'We are still here'
- Constance Alexander: Denied their humanity, these women of history must be remembered
