Will Kentucky be the next state to legalize pot?
A state legislator from Newport joins a growing list of those who support some form of legalization.
Covington
This genteel town just south of the Ohio River features a number of charming treasures including the lively MainStrasse district with its trendy bars, pubs and restaurants as well as beautiful homes stretched along the river beneath the strikingly modern architecture of the architectural jewel, the Ascent at Roebling's Bridge, designed by Daniel Libeskind. Covington is experiencing a renaissance with new shops, restaurants and condos opening along Madison and Pike Streets, and a burgeoning Arts District that acts as the cultural glue that binds the city's charm to its proud denizens. Plus, its successful startup scene is attracting entrepreneurs, especially in emerging informatics and data-driven industries thanks to the UpTech business accelerator.
Shared biosciences lab would help attract investment and talent to the region
The lab would be large enough to house startup companies in the biotech arena, and provide a hub for fostering connections and the exchange of ideas among researchers.
Northern Kentucky leads the state in job growth. These industries are why
New analysis finds “the economic momentum enjoyed by Northern Kentucky has no peer within the state.”
Will urban voices be heard with new legislative districts?
New legislative boundaries split Covington neighborhoods and combine them with suburban and rural areas.
Demand for free, drive-thru tests spikes with surge in COVID Omicron variant
“Omicron continues to burn through the commonwealth, growing at levels we have never seen before," says Gov. Beshear.
Ten stories of people who made a difference in 2021
Teachers, librarians, cops, social workers, a veteran. Just some of the everyday people who, in their own ways, did great things in the last year.
Kentucky tornado relief: Here’s how to help
Across the state, people have mobilized to help. If you’d like to assist, here’s a few ways to do that.
A really big thank you to health care workers
The efforts of thousands of health care workers were honored with the unveiling of a monumental mural at Newport on the Levee.
Better access to health care coming for students in five rural Kentucky counties
A federal grant will expand access to telemedicine in Pendleton, Owen, Carroll, Grant, and Gallatin County schools.
A back porch conversation turned into a day of service for Thomas More and Covington Rotary
The two organizations share similar principles around service to community, as well as decades of shared members, trustees, and administrators.
