Steven Weiss: How to watch the presidential ‘debates’ — though they aren’t really true to the term
Here’s an experiment you can try. Go to YouTube and type the phrase “good debate.” You might be surprised to discover that almost none of the search results are from US presidential debates. In fact, more of them are about sports topics, and most are about questions like “does God exist?” The...
Boone County Clerk Justin Crigler to have 10 ‘Super Polls’ on Nov. 3; see polling locations, sample ballot
Staff report
On Election Day Boone County will have ten (10) polling locations, all “Super Polls” so that registered voters will be able to vote at the location of their choice, regardless...
Beyond the Curb: Take the virtual tour of two Kent Lofts spaces in walkable, historic Bellevue
Around 100 years ago, National Colortype Company built a factory in Bellevue. They manufactured signs and signals for roads and many of their employees lived in cute houses close to the factory. That building...
Newport celebrates floodwall murals in honor of 225th birthday; one finished, three unveiled
Newport celebrated the completion of its first floodwall mural Thursday and unveiled the designs of three additional murals that pay homage to the city’s founder, General James Taylor and his wife,...
Subscribe to Business
Business
-
Overhyped hemp? Amid major price drop, and a big bankruptcy, Kentucky hemp farmers feel burned
By Liam Niemeyer Ohio Valley Resource John Fuller is waiting for another farmer he’s never met before to talk about a situation he never imagined he would be in. It’s an overcast January day on his... - More »
- Business briefs: Big Dig canceled, Cove Federal Credit Union elects board; CTI acquires Clinart
- Keven Moore: COVID-19 lawsuits spreading in American court system like an unchecked virus
- Child care centers struggle to stay open during COVID-19 pandemic; working moms affected most
- Newport on the Levee to open The Exchange, short-term retail and office space (and Ripple Wine Bar)
- James B. Beam Institute prioritizes environmental stewardship in UK study of water sustainability
- Customs officials seize $1 million in cocaine, counterfeit clothing at Port of Cincinnati in Erlanger
Subscribe to Education
Education
-
Newport Food Service workers formally honored by Kentucky House of Representatives
Newport’s Food Service workers – who are viewed by many as valuable but often unsung heroes of the COVID-19 pandemic – were formally honored Wednesday by the Kentucky House of Representatives. During... - More »
- Covington public schools to start 'hybrid' system Monday; in-person two days a week; masks donated
- NKU, First Financial Bank form partnership to address needs for financial literacy education
- NKU empowers high school girls this week during 10th annual Young Women Lead Conference
- International students find support through NKU Baptist Campus Ministry during ongoing pandemic
- Ignite Institute to host student-led political forum on Oct. 14 for Boone, Kenton legislative races
- Gateway CTC Foundation gets one of four Impact 100 grants to support the Food for Thought Pantry
Subscribe to Government
Government
-
Unemployment rates rise in every Kentucky county during past year; Magoffin highest at 18.1 percent
Unemployment rates rose in all 120 Kentucky counties between August 2019 and August 2020, according to the Kentucky Center for Statistics (KYSTATS), an agency of the Kentucky Education and Workforce Development... - More »
- SD1 sewer separation project in Newport to reduce overflows, promote redevelopment in city
- Kenton County Public Works annual Fall Clean-Up set for Oct. 1-3 — here's a list of accepted items
- Campbell Clerk Jim Luersen provides information on voting; almost all polling places will be open
- Covington Commission passes new zoning ordinance, votes to keep property tax rate the same
- SD1 partners with Kentucky Transportation Cabinet to improve drainage along Route 9 in Newport
- Mayor Dave Hatter of Fort Wright named Elected City Official of the Year by Kentucky League of Cities
Subscribe to Health
Health
-
Beshear reports 930 new COVID-19 cases, 12 deaths — ‘We have to fight back,’ he says
Gov. Andy Beshear on Friday reported 930 new COVID-19 cases, 12 deaths, bringing the state’s totals to 65,066 cases and 1,149 deaths. One hundred thirty-one of the newly reported cases were from... - More »
- Beshear reports 745 new COVID-19 cases in Kentucky, 13 deaths; decries violence in Louisville
- Beshear reports 796 COVID-19 cases, 5 deaths; addresses report on shooting of Breonna Taylor
- Beshear reports 824 new COVID cases, 7 deaths; positivity rate up to 4.5 percent; register to vote
- Beshear reports 406 new COVID-19 cases, one death; says get flu shot, vote, fill out census, more
- Beshear reports 439 new COVID cases, 3 deaths; Stack says to get outdoors as much as possible
- Beshear reports 1,002 new COVID cases, 7 deaths -- 'what happens when we let our guard down'
Subscribe to Living
Living
-
AAA: Would your child’s safety seat pass inspection? Parents urged to review Kentucky car seat law
Every day in America, there are children riding in car seats that have been installed incorrectly, or riding in the wrong car seats for their ages and sizes. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s... - More »
- Newport celebrates floodwall murals in honor of 225th birthday; one finished, three unveiled
- Iris Sullivan takes first place in Connie O'Donnell Invitational; Latonia student artist is two-time winner
- Make geocaching part of your wellness activities -- search for hidden treasure while getting outside
- Kentucky by Heart: Historic Keene might not be fancy, but it's home... and always will be
- Our Rich History: Newport's own Thomas P. Anshutz, an unassuming painter and an influential teacher
- The River: Save the Delta Queen -- keeping beloved steamboat from termites, slackers, and extinction
Subscribe to News
News
-
Ky. Supreme Court rules historical horse racing isn’t pari-mutual wagering, illegal under current law
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The Kentucky Supreme Court issued an opinion Thursday where they unanimously agreed that historical horse racing is not pari-mutuel wagering and is therefore illegal under state... - More »
- Boone County Clerk Justin Crigler to have 10 'Super Polls' on Nov. 3; see polling locations, sample ballot
- Alice Sparks, NKY's 'grand lady' and a trailblazer, dies at Christ Hospital in battle against COVID
- Jefferson County Grand Jury indicts former Louisville MPD detective in death of Breonna Taylor
- Kenton County Clerk Gabrielle Summe offers 'How to Vote' information -- including polling places
- Lane closures, rolling roadblocks scheduled along I-71/75 highway in Boone County this week
- Kentucky House Democrats unveil series of bills for 2021 General Assembly to 'modernize' voting laws
Subscribe to NonProfit
NonProfit
-
Fidelity Investments wins Elizabeth Herald Community of Support Award from Brighton Center
Each year, Brighton Center, Inc. recognizes an individual, business, or organization for their efforts in partnering or collaborating with Brighton Center over time for the good of the community with the... - More »
- Beyond the Curb: Take the virtual tour of two Kent Lofts spaces in walkable, historic Bellevue
- Perfetti Van Melle teams up with United Way, Cincy Bell on 'digital equity' Community Day for students
- Prichard Committee elects Garren Colvin to board, reports results of Top 20 by 2020 campaign
- Asbury United Methodist Church's 41st annual Craft Fair going virtual this year, starts Oct. 1
- Horizon Community Funds to distribute $60,000 to four nonprofits, bringing COVID relief totals to $644K
- The outside is open! It's Great Outdoor Week and there are healthy, safe activities around the region
Subscribe to Region/State
Region/State
-
Martin Luther King Jr. State Commission seeks nominations, submissions for 2020 MLK Awards
The Martin Luther King Jr. State Commission is seeking nominations for the annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Awards. Nominations are sought for the 2020 Leadership Award as well as submissions from students... - More »
- Art Lander's Outdoors: Cave Run Lake is Kentucky's top destination for Muskellunge fishing
- Beshear asks coaches to put student health first, urges schools in 'red zones' to follow guidance
- UK professor says Kentucky efforts at farmer suicide prevention, awareness a national model
- State program allows Kentuckians to seek outside review if insurer denies treatment, medicine
- Kentucky lobbyist says feds send nursing homes quick-test kits, but with rules that deter their use
- Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association to honor state breeders during National Awards event
Subscribe to Sports
Sports
-
NewCath edges Newport, 17-14, to extend long winning streak in crosstown football rivalry
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter Newport Central Catholic extended its winning streak in the crosstown football rivalry against Newport to 23 games on Friday, but the victory didn’t come... - More »
- Now healthy, UK quarterback Wilson ‘locked in’ going into season opener at No. 8 Auburn on Saturday
- Football powerhouses Johnson Central, Boyle County invade Northern Kentucky on Friday night
- Don Owen: As college sports resume around the nation, NKU harriers patiently wait out pandemic
- Keith Taylor: Football is back, and it looks like a break-even season for UK against tough SEC
- Prep Sports Notebook: Cooper golfer remains on top in all-state point standings following latest victories
- Seven UK football players voted preseason All-SEC; Duffy, Jackson, Kinnard named to first team
Subscribe to Voices
Voices
-
Steven Weiss: How to watch the presidential ‘debates’ — though they aren’t really true to the term
Here’s an experiment you can try. Go to YouTube and type the phrase “good debate.” You might be surprised to discover that almost none of the search results are from US presidential debates. In fact,... - More »
- Al Cross: Power, precedents, and political pyromania -- yes, indeed, McConnell is playing with fire
- Bill Straub: A pox on the Republic, rest in peace RBG, but word and honor don't count in this game
- Sen. John Schickel: Two constitutional amendments on Kentucky ballot and both should be voted down
- Commentary: An open letter to Sen. Mitch McConnell from Kentucky Voices for Health, advocating for relief
- Eric Rittmeyer: Opposing points of view; why can't we accept them? Will civil conversations come back?
- Alice Bannon: Brennan Center for Justice believes Ginsburg should not be replaced until after election
