Beshear bills signed and vetoed; former UK star Michael Kidd-Gilchrist joins for speech therapy bill
The Governor updated Kentuckians on bills he has acted on recently. Gov. Beshear was joined by former University of Kentucky basketball star and NBA player Michael Kidd-Gilchrist and bill sponsor Sen. Whitney Westerfield to ceremonially sign Senate Bill 111, which requires health insurance coverage for speech therapy as a treatment for stuttering. Kidd-Gilchrist used his personal story to advocate...
Gov. Andy Beshear unveils 2024 Governor’s Derby Celebration, Kentucky Derby Festival posters
Gov. Andy Beshear on Thursday joined Lexington artist Ken Burney and Kentucky Derby Festival President and CEO Matt Gibson during the Team Kentucky Update for the official unveiling of the 2024 Governor’s Derby Celebration poster.
“Our thriving horse racing industry has been a source of inspiration for artists. Whether it’s the dedication of the jockeys, the power of the Thoroughbreds or the...
Covington Economic Impact ’23 report shows new jobs, investments, central riverfront progress, more…
The newly released 2023 Impact Report from Covington’s Economic Development Department illustrates a dynamic momentum that further builds on the solid foundation for robust growth here on the “bold side of the river.”
“Economic Development encompasses a lot of different things,” said Covington Business Attraction Manager Susan Smith, who shepherded the report from its beginning to completion....
Kentucky lawmakers to return to Frankfort Friday to begin considering action on Beshear vetoes
By Tom Latek
Kentucky Today
Kentucky lawmakers return to Frankfort on Friday for the final two days of the 2024 regular session of the General Assembly, so here’s a look at some of the items that could be acted upon April 12 and 15.
When pieces of legislation cross his desk, Gov. Andy Beshear has 10 business days to act upon them. He has can sign them, let them become law without his signature, or...
Covington breaks ground at Covington Central Riverfront; commission names fire officials, more
By Ryan Clark
NKyTribune reporter
It was the most significant item for the Commissioners, but it actually occurred more than an hour before their Tuesday night legislative meeting. At 4:30 Tuesday, Commissioners and members of the community came out to a groundbreaking for a $15 million public infrastructure project to prep the 23-acre Covington Central Riverfront, or CCR site, for private development.
“The...
KY Senator Mitch McConnell speaks out in support of legislation before U.S. Senate that would ban TikTok
By Tom Latek
Kentucky Today
Last year the Kentucky General Assembly enacted legislation to prohibit the use of the video app TikTok on any state-issued device. Now legislation that would institute a nationwide ban is before Congress.
Last month, the House passed a bill that would outlaw TikTok nationwide if its China-based owner doesn’t sell its stake. Lawmakers acted on concerns that the company’s...
UK coach John Calipari resigns after 15 seasons, says it’s ‘time for another voice’ to lead Wildcats
By Keith Taylor
Kentucky Today
The John Calipari era is over at Kentucky.
Calipari announced his resignation in a video posted Tuesday on social media. Calipari is expected to be named the men’s basketball coach at Arkansas later Tuesday.
“It has been a beautiful time for us,” Calipari said. “This is a dream job. It was my dream job. Anybody in our profession looks at the University of Kentucky...
Decisions await KY legislators when they reconvene Friday; what else could come up as they wrap up?
Kentucky Lantern
A bill that open government advocates warn would introduce loopholes into Kentucky’s open records law could make its way to Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear’s desk when lawmakers return to Frankfort later this week.
The final two days of the 60-day regular session — Friday and Monday — are set aside to consider gubernatorial vetoes of bills that both chambers have passed. The...
March jobs report shows strong labor market with job gains in health care and government
By Casey Quinlan
Kentucky Lantern
The sturdy labor market continued to chug along in March, with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, marking the 26th straight month of an unemployment rate under 4%.
The economy added 303,00 jobs, according to the monthly report released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics on Friday. Economists, researchers, and policy experts say that the strong but no longer hot labor market...
Our Rich History: 1915 tornado left path of destruction across Northern Kentucky
By Dave Schroeder
Special to NKyTribune
Part three of a three-part series on the region’s destructive tornadoes.
On the evening of July 7, 1915, Northern Kentuckians experienced an unprecedented series of tornados and straight-line winds that caused havoc in the region. Storms swept through Kenton and Campbell Counties leaving a path of destruction. At least two people died, and many were injured.
Pike...
Fort Thomas Forest Conservancy to host Earth Day celebration April 21 at Tower Park
The Fort Thomas Forest Conservancy (FTFC) and the City of Fort Thomas will present the largest Earth Day celebration in Northern Kentucky on Sunday, April 21 from 12-4 p.m. in Fort Thomas’ Tower Park.
The family friendly event allows guests to chat with experts to learn about locally sourced food, outdoor activities, area green organizations and local artists all while enjoying food and drink trucks,...
Be prepared: Total eclipse of sun coming Monday — protect your eyes (don’t look directly)
By Sarah Ladd
Kentucky Lantern
As millions gear up for the total solar eclipse Monday, Kentuckians are being cautioned to protect their eyes from sun damage and prepare for traffic delays.
A solar eclipse is when the moon passes between the sun and the Earth, blocking the sun and causing momentary darkness, according to the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). There was a total solar...
The River: The most versatile person on a riverboard crew is the deckhand who has quite a tool kit
By Capt. Don Sanders
Special to NKyTribune
The riverboat captain is a storyteller, and Captain Don Sanders shares the stories of his long association with the river — from discovery to a way of love and life. This part of a long and continuing story was first told in March, 2019. See below how to order Captain Don’s historically significant illustrated hardback book, a collection of his storytelling,...
Governor Beshear signs 53 more bills into law, issues no vetoes
By Tom Latek
Kentucky Today
Gov. Andy Beshear signed 53 more bills into law since his Thursday press conference and issued no vetoes, as of Friday afternoon.
Here are some of the higher profile signings:
• Senate Bill 1 establishes the endowed research fund to be administered by the Council on Postsecondary Education to fund research consortiums for up to five years between two or more public universities.
•...
Covington plans volunteer events to help build community, love for the planet during Earth Month
(Photo from City of Covington)
Earth Month – aka “April” – will be celebrated in Covington with events and activities related to trees, beautification, waste disposal, recycling, and pollinator gardens.
Many of the events need volunteers.
“April has a little of something for everyone – and we are looking forward to a great turnout,” said Sheila Fields, the City of Covington’s...
