Analysis: Unfortunately, to mask or not to mask is the question for our time; choices rife with symbolism
By Jan Hillard
NKyTribune data editor
Scientific fact can be cold and inconvenient. Viral protection is related to wearing a face mask.
Physicians and medical personnel have worn them for well over 100 years. I have never heard of someone who is wheeled into the operating room demanding the surgeons...
We miss hugs. But while it’s our natural way of connecting, we have to pass during this pandemic
By Maridith Yahl
NKyTribune health reporter
During this pandemic, there has been little to no physical contact, except for those we have quarantined with. We miss hugs.
Having a “connection between humans...
People of NKY: Kate Nielsen is just good at life, living a great one in Covington’s Westside neighborhood
By Ginger Dawson
NKyTribune reporter
Some people are good at life. With an entirely open mind, they look out, and with a boundless curiosity, jump in for the experience. An ease with the unknown and its...
‘Unofficial’ primary election results: Trump, Biden; McConnell, McGrath; Massie, Owensby
With almost all precincts reporting statewide, Donald J. Trump has won Kentucky Republican primary for president and Joseph Biden has won the Democratic primary. Trump took 87% of the Republican vote and...
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Kentucky Realtors report home sales down in May — but pending sales will show up stronger in June
Home sales numbers were down as expected in May — 3,894 closings took place, down 23 percent from the 5,051 homes sold in May of 2019. The best way to measure what the next month will look like, however,... - More »
- Keven Moore: Throwing a Fourth of July party is fun — but fireworks bring plenty of safety hazards
- CVG's Candace McGraw to receive Legend Award from the Northern Kentucky Young Professionals
- Kentucky sees largest jump at pump in the nation; significant increase in gas demand last week
- 'Dreams do come true': Riverfront Commons takes big leap forward, as pathway connecting river cities
- Ribbons cut in Newport for two legs of Riverfront Commons Pathway and on Bridgeview Box Park
- NKY Chamber Women’s Initiative to hold virtual presentation on different experiences, perspectives
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Letter to Newport community from Tony Watts, new superintendent of Newport Independent Schools
Dear Newport Community, I am reaching out to students, parents, families and members of the community to introduce myself as the new superintendent of the Newport Independent Schools. I thank the Newport... - More »
- Kentucky Department of Education names three finalists for state's next commissioner of education
- NKU is 'Moving Forward' with plans for safe, healthy and student-ready opening for fall semester
- Dr. Robert Arnold named acting dean of Thomas More University’s College of Business
- UK kinesiology professor writes own textbook to help students; encourages physical activity for all
- Education Commissioner Kevin Brown: Letter to Kentucky Public School families on school reopening
- NKU’s College of Informatics launches region’s first undergraduate cybersecurity program
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City of Newport announces $50 gift card giveaway contest for residents completing 2020 Census
Newport residents who complete the United States 2020 Census will be eligible to win a $50 gift card through a promotion being offered by the City of Newport. Beginning July 6, the city will give away... - More »
- As July 4 approaches, KYTC reminds Kentucky motorists that ‘Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving’
- SD1 to begin sanitary sewer relocation project along Highland Pike in Fort Wright next week
- Beshear talks of 'test of a lifetime' and reports 220 new COVID-19 cases, seven deaths
- Beshear reports 282 new COVID-19 cases, five deaths; talks economic development, unemployment
- Covington residents to benefit from Rumpke's takeover of transfer station -- lower fees for drop-offs
- State sets up in-person services by appointment for those seeking unemployment services, adds offices
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COVID-19 UPDATE: Beshear reports 239 new cases, nine deaths; says ‘don’t let your guard down’
Gov. Andy Beshear on Thursday updated Kentuckians on the state’s ongoing battle against the novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19), reporting 239 new cases and nine deaths. “We have done so well in Kentucky... - More »
- We miss hugs. But while it's our natural way of connecting, we have to pass during this pandemic
- NKU health innovation accelerator joins four partners to enhance, support region’s healthcare
- Combining physical therapy and pilates makes sense -- and then Mindy Nagel went virtual
- Beshear reports 117 new COVID-19 cases, two deaths; Robertson County reports first case
- Beshear reports 67 new COVID-19 cases, 4 deaths; urges lighting up green, ringing bells at 10 a.m.
- BBB Trends: Face mask exempt cards are phony; DOJ issues warning to consumers about frauds
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Analysis: Unfortunately, to mask or not to mask is the question for our time; choices rife with symbolism
By Jan Hillard NKyTribune data editor Scientific fact can be cold and inconvenient. Viral protection is related to wearing a face mask. Physicians and medical personnel have worn them for well over 100... - More »
- Kentucky health experts advise Fourth of July food safety; protect your family from foodborne bacteria
- People of NKY: Kate Nielsen is just good at life, living a great one in Covington's Westside neighborhood
- Kentucky by Heart: Amid horrors of racial intolerance in post-Civil War Ky., some stood and said 'no more'
- Our Rich History: Edward Ziegler remembers his Uncle Vincent, a soldier and family almost forgotten
- The River: Final touches on the Clyde; and a sad notice of the passing of Miss Letha Jane Greene
- Kentuckians warned that massive dust cloud from Sahara Desert could make weekend air quality poor
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Top state officials praise primary election success in the pandemic; future of mail-in voting undetermined
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Top Kentucky officials of both parties are saying the recent primary election, which was perhaps the most unusual in Kentucky history due to changes made because of the coronavirus... - More »
- Democrat Karen Berg wins special election to replace state GOP Sen. Ernie Harris, who held seat 25 years
- 'Unofficial' primary election results: Trump, Biden; McConnell, McGrath; Massie, Owensby
- Storms to carry severe weather, flood risks across large swath of U.S.
- Kentucky State Police release name of Hebron man killed in officer-involved shooting this weekend
- UFCW Union calls for action in protecting health, lives of frontline workers as COVID-19 cases increase
- 140th Fancy Farm will just be picnic on Aug. 1 — no political speeches this year; more details coming
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Allison Ball, Kentucky Saves 529, KHEAA partner for Treasurer’s Summer Challenge; set for July
Kentucky State Treasurer Allison Ball announced Monday a partnership with Kentucky Saves 529 and the Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority (KHEAA) to offer the Treasurer’s Summer Challenge that... - More »
- Cincinnati Zoo has new arrival, first king penguin chick to hatch since 2012; it's the Year of the Penguin
- Horizon Community Funds awards four Community Impact grants to nonprofits providing critical services
- Nominate your NKY/Greater Cincinnati everyday heroes to win youth-made special ArtWorks flags
- Fairfield Community Arts Center 2020 Art Exhibition rescheduled for Aug. 1 until Sept. 26 due to COVID-19
- Campbell County libraries are open, provide special times for at-risk patrons, and offer curbside pickup
- The Carnegie moves previously announced 2020-21 productions to following year due to COVID-19
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Art Lander’s Outdoors: Non-native mussel, aquatic vegetation have become common in Kentucky waters
A non-native mussel and three species of non-native aquatic vegetation have become established in Kentucky’s major lakes. Zebra Mussels endanger native mussel populations and affect the food chain, water... - More »
- Daily Yonder: How Amy McGrath defeated Charles Booker in Democratic primary -- by the numbers
- Operation Dry Water in effect over the holiday — so remember, impaired boating leads to deaths
- Quarles challenges Beshear’s executive orders, claims violations of process in state constitution
- Community Farm Alliance recommends investing in food security through redirecting police budgets
- U.S. Customs seizes largest-ever shipment of synthetic drugs at Port of Cincinnati, Erlanger
- Kentucky Lottery enjoys strong performance in May; total of $132.1 million in sales helps KLC rebound
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Lexington Legends, Florence Y’Alls to meet in ‘Battle of the Bourbon Trail’ summer baseball series
The Lexington Legends and the Florence Y’Alls have announced The Battle of the Bourbon Trail, a newly formed venture to take the field this summer. Both cities will form two teams that will play in front... - More »
- Prep Sports Notebook: Ryle girls basketball program continues string of Division I college recruits
- Louisville assistant coach likes competition in the quarterback room; sees four capable signal callers
- Eddie Sutton lived 'full life' amid triumphs, troubles; short tenure at UK rocked by 1989 recruiting scandal
- Scherr named LaRosa's most valuable player of the year in Greater Cincinnati girls high school sports
- UK golfer Janika Rüttimann captures Vorarlberger Landesmeisterschaften championship in Austria
- Louisville volleyball visits Regents Hall to meet NKU on Sept. 6; Cardinals play host to UK on Sept. 16
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Al Cross: Does Amy McGrath have any chance against Mitch McConnell?
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell surely smiled as he watched Amy McGrath slip, stumble and nearly fall to state Rep. Charles Booker in the Democratic primary for his seat. The first challenger who... - More »
- Bill Straub: Amy McGrath has won nomination to challenge Mitch McConnell; what will she do with it?
- Nonprofit leaders: Standing firm and united against racism and any acts that dehumanize people
- Commentary: Gov. Beshear's unemployment insurance backlog is a national embarrassment
- Lynn James: Let us hope that 2020 will be the year the second half of the civil war ended
- Ron Daley: New statue in Capitol is opportunity to explore Kentucky history — with plenty of candidates
- David Bolt: Racial injustice and inequality must end; it's time to shine the light for change
