Big Bone Lick welcomes two bison calves — and when you visit be prepared to explore
By Rebecca Banks
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The Cincinnati Zoo isn’t the only local attraction featuring adorable animal babies this month. Big Bone Lick State Historic Site in Unionis home to two new bison calves and they’re pretty precious.
The first calf of 2021 was born on April 13 with the second arriving...
Thomas More student Maydson Haynes ‘reclaims womanhood’ in new art show
By Natalie Hamren
NKyTribune reporter
Part of an occasional series on how area college students are surviving the pandemic.
Thomas More studio art major senior Madyson Haynes recently debuted her art show...
Kentucky by Heart: Appreciating the power, potential of stirring words; a look at debut novel by Rae Craig
I’ve always had a healthy respect for words, and maybe that’s why I tend to sprinkle my oral conversations with “uhs,” thinking carefully when selecting the ones that I use. I see words as powerful,...
NKU celebrates in-person commencements with five ceremonies and 5,213 graduates over the weekend
Northern Kentucky University celebrated one of its greatest joys as 2,000 students were graduated at its Spring Commencement exercises May 8 and 9 at BB&T Arena.
For the first time since December...
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Perfetti Van Melle hosting hiring event, prepared to make on-the-spot job offers on May 15
Perfetti Van Melle, maker of Airheads, Mentos and one of the world’s largest manufacturers and distributors of confectionary and chewing gun, is ready to make on-the-spot job offers at its hiring... - More »
- Square 1 names seven high school team finalists in NEXT competition for innovative business pitches
- Iconic Erlanger Colonial Cottage suffers extensive fire damage, GO FUND ME started for employees
- Newport on Levee to add five additions to its food, beverage lineup; grand re-opening coming up
- Blue North, SOAR celebrate National Small Business Week by announcing new CO.STARTERS classes
- BRG Apartments break ground in Boone County for 240 new apartment homes in 'booming' NKY
- The Takeoff: New hope for female, minority entrepreneurs alive, well with MORTAR Covington
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Thomas More student Maydson Haynes ‘reclaims womanhood’ in new art show
By Natalie Hamren NKyTribune reporter Part of an occasional series on how area college students are surviving the pandemic. Thomas More studio art major senior Madyson Haynes recently debuted her art show... - More »
- NKU celebrates in-person commencements with five ceremonies and 5,213 graduates over the weekend
- NKU among recipients of $1.5 million in CPE grants supporting summer bridge programs
- NKU Chase College of Law bestows 114 degrees to graduates in in-person ceremony at BB&T Arena
- Three Northern Kentucky students among top winners in 2021 KYTC Adopt-a-Highway Art Contest
- NKY Chamber announces 46 high school juniors for 2022 Regional Youth Leadership Class
- NKU's School of Arts presents 'Falling and Loving' on-demand through June 30, keeping season alive
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State to receive $2.1 billion from American Rescue Plan Act, state receipts surge in April, set records
Gov. Andy Beshear announced the commonwealth is receiving $2.183 billion from the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 for the Coronavirus State Fiscal Recovery Fund, with the allotment smaller than a previous... - More »
- U.S. DEA reports successful national Prescription Drug Take Back Day; 12,000 pounds in Kentucky
- Brood X is coming: Cicada advice from the Cov's urban forester on eve of 'invasion' (it's been 17 years)
- Dayton City Council on strategic planning session to identify issues facing city, promote teamwork
- Kenton County Police officer Michael Allgeier awarded Life Saving Award for outstanding service
- New cameras provide 'eyes' on the river; grant to help first responders improve safety along waterfront
- Developers say COV Riverfront Commons Plaza '98% complete'; city wants to buy Scott Street properties
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Beshear reports 167 cases, 10 deaths, says 1,875,554 Kyians vaccinated; aims to lift restrictions May 28
Gov. Andy Beshear announced more than 80% of Kentuckians 65 and older have received at least one COVID-19 vaccine dose. To date, 1,875,554 people have received at least their first dose of a COVID-19 vaccine... - More »
- FHK poll finds Kyians trust their health care provider compared to others regarding COVID-19 vaccine
- Beshear reports 544 new Covid cases, 18 deaths, 3.57% positivity; 1,859,277 Kyians vaccinated
- Beshear reports 638 cases, 10 deaths; drive-thru vaccines today at S. Campbell County Fire Dept.
- Beshear aims for all restrictions lifted by July; 655 new cases, 5 deaths and 1,842,521 Kyians vaccinated
- Beshear reports 710 new COVID cases, 10 deaths, 3.57% positivity rate; 1,837,229 Kyians vaccinated
- Beshear reports 776 new COVID cases, 7 deaths, 3.47% positivity; says 1,837,176 Kyians have vaccine
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Kentucky by Heart: Appreciating the power, potential of stirring words; a look at debut novel by Rae Craig
I’ve always had a healthy respect for words, and maybe that’s why I tend to sprinkle my oral conversations with “uhs,” thinking carefully when selecting the ones that I use. I see words as powerful,... - More »
- Our Rich History: Kentucky inventors, entrepreneurs, innovations; free workshop at NKU's Grant Center
- The River: A half-century of steamboat memories, all the experiences, really are just 'a moment in time'
- Community Action Agencies accepting applications for Low-Income Home Energy Program through June
- Covington Farmers Market to celebrate International Year of Fruits and Vegetables May 8
- Campbell County man gets a big boost to his bank account following $1 million Lottery scratch-off win
- Covington Fire Department honors Gravelswitch resident Jamie Lewis with Citizen Lifesaver Award
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Kentucky Lottery: Get a COVID shot, get another shot at $225,000; Kroger, Walmart giving Cash Ball coupons
Kentucky Lottery officials announced a program by which anyone over the age of 18 who gets a first or second COVID-19 vaccination dose at a participating Kroger or Walmart location will receive a coupon... - More »
- Kentucky Transportation Cabinet gives heads up on projects that may cause delays or lane closures
- Office of Highway Safety reminding Kyians to 'share the road' during Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
- KY Ag Commissioner Quarles holds 'Restaurant Roundtable' in NKY with chefs, stakeholders
- Search Warrant Task Force, including three NKyians, named; will develop best practices for process
- Tuba Baking Co. to move to Dayton, create 'gastropub Biergarten' across from City Hall
- Newport on the Levee, Promowest Pavilion ready to welcome summer crowds
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Big Bone Lick welcomes two bison calves — and when you visit be prepared to explore
By Rebecca Banks meetNKY The Cincinnati Zoo isn’t the only local attraction featuring adorable animal babies this month. Big Bone Lick State Historic Site in Unionis home to two new bison calves... - More »
- After disruption in education, join virtual Remake Learning Days festival -- get your free activity kits
- Horizon Community Fund teams up with Bellevue Education fund to support programs for students
- Kyians invited to 'Shop & Share' this Mother's Day weekend to benefit state's domestic violence shelters
- Kenton Co. Historical Society funds markers celebrating 3-L Highway, 'ancient civilizations'
- 'Keys to Hope' housing fair to showcase free event for local landlords, tenants
- Krohn Conservatory in Eden Park to present the Butterflies of Bali; purchase timed tickets in advance
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Constance Alexander: Murray Art Guild workshop taps into participants’ creativity, one dab at a time
When Debi Henry Danielson announces, “I start with rules, but I like to break them,” participants in the workshop she is conducting at the Murray Art Guild chuckle and nod in agreement. “Whoo-hoo,”... - More »
- 'Hillbilly activist' and healthcare pioneer Eula Hall dies at 93; founded Mud Creek Clinic
- April revenue reports signal record-breaking gains in sales, motor vehicle taxes, record rainy day fund
- KY well represented on new national group overseeing throughbred racing safety, other issues
- Art Lander's Outdoors: How to take care of those mounted fish, game bird and deer trophies
- 'Solid economic recovery' boosts Kentucky's economic outlook with major credit rating agency
- Kentuckian Ernie West, Korean War hero and recipient of Medal of Honor, dies at 89
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Kentucky Derby winner Medina Spirit’s victory is in jeopardy over positive post-race drug test
Staff report In a terrific blow to racing, the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission is investigating the report that Kentucky Derby winner Medina Spirit tested positive for an excessive amount of the steriod... - More »
- Billy Reed: A happy mom indeed, Gail Rice bred Medina Spirit, the winner of the 147th Kentucky Derby
- Six former athletes to be inducted in the Northern Kentucky Sports Hall of Fame
- CovCath edges district rival Beechwood, 4-3, to remain state's only undefeated baseball team
- Covington Catholic's CJ Frederick, a shooting guard, transfers from Iowa to play for the UK Wildcats
- Prep Sports Notebook: Two-time state champion cross country runner makes college choice
- UK's Davion Mintz declares for NBA draft but leaves door open for possible return to Wildcats next season
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Jason Bailey: This one weird trick will help Kentucky employers find workers
As the economy is beginning to recover, we’re hearing the return of old, discredited claims that people just aren’t willing to work. Pay attention and you’ll notice that such complaints are... - More »
- Gov. Andy Beshear: Kentucky's economy showing record-breaking momentum -- safely and sustainably
- Anna Baumann: Chocolates and flowers are nice, but better policies are what's needed this Mother's Day
- Kate Miller: General Assembly's legislative session results in mixed bag for Kentuckians' civil liberties
- John Schickel: Successful Derby shows Kentucky's beloved horse industry has come charging back
- Bill Straub: If you wonder what's up, it's that Mitch McConnell, GOP are ready to 'Defend White People'
- Jennifer Magee, Teacher Voice: Don't avoid discussing race with your students
