Enriching learning opportunities play critical role supporting Covington students during summer
Camp Covington supported students who lost the most during months of remote learning while reversing the summer slide in reading and math.
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Midsummer economic checkup: Inflation’s down, jobs are up
So far this year, the economy has performed better than economists expected it would, an NKU analysis finds.
An oversized puppet named Little Amal walks across America
Find out how you can join the planned festivities during her Cincinnati visit.
Brighton Center pre-apprenticeship program helps customers find a trade career they love
New apprentices in Kentucky grew almost 5% from 2021 to 2022 according to the Registered Apprenticeship Annual Report.
Soapbox recognized for excellence in journalism by Cincinnati Society of Professional Journalists
The awards included one for making an impact in the community.
Dog-About-Town: Superior service, savory sauces, and Kentucky-sourced specialties at York St. Café
As a connoisseur of fine cuisine (canine and human), food and atmosphere critic, Vincent the dachshund mix, has hot-diggity tips for dining with your doggo.
Partner Partner Content ArtWorks reimagines the future of public art with New Monuments Initiative
Share your thoughts and ideas on monuments in your community to help inform the creation of new ones. Take the five-minute public survey now.
LGBTQ+ communities and allies came together and celebrated the freedom to be themselves
Three separate Pride organizations hosted June festivities: NKY Pride, Cincinnati Black Pride, and Cincinnati Pride.
Diversity in Design: An Architecture Matters panel discussion
If you’re curious about how a diverse design team improves the built environment and what you can do to encourage more diverse design professionals, this is the program for you.
Historic Dayton, KY church gains new life as community events space
Commonwealth Sanctuary wants to create a profitable business and a community space.
