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Plans still in works to redevelop iconic Bellevue theater

The City of Bellevue will extend its memorandum of understanding with the development team behind plans to transform the historic Marianne Theater into a brewery.

Newport to host second annual Trash Bash September 11

Community cleanup event will feature food, drinks and a chance to win prizes.

Community to "roast" local favorite Helen Carroll August 11

On August 11, NKY Tribune, NaviGo Scholars and other community members will recognize Carroll's achievements with a friendly "roast."

KY Board of Education recognizes Covington business leader

Brent Cooper received the 16th annual Joseph W. Kelly Award for his service as a liaison between the business community and Northern Kentucky schools.

Gateway president eyes stronger relationships in NKY manufacturing

Gateway's newest president Fernando Figueroa will be tasked with bridging the current divide between the school and the local manufacturing segment. 

Free festival brings bikes, music, art to Boone County August 20-21

Broken Spoke Festival is a two-day event hosted by Riding Forward, a local nonprofit group that promotes outdoor activity through bike riding.

Bad Girl Ventures now accepting fall applications

Bad Girl Ventures is now accepting applications for its fall 2016 "explore" and "launch" phase classes.

Paddlefest returns to region August 6

The 15th annual Ohio River Paddlefest, presented by St. Elizabeth Healthcare, will be held on Saturday, August 6.

Long-anticipated developments unfold in Newport

Five projects that will continue this summer and shape the face of NKY's riverfront: Riverfront Commons, KY Route 9, Skywheel, Aqua On the Levee and the Ovation complex.

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Fitness for Life initiative sparks improved health for Grant County residents

Williamstown and Grant County residents and businesses are taking part in a successful wellness improvement program that will serve as a model for other Northern Kentucky communities.

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Regional partners' One Vision One Voice campaign targets workforce development

Skyward and Northern Kentucky Tri-ED team up this month to launch One Vision One Voice, targeting workforce development and other community-wide issues.

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Greater Cincinnati Foundation CEO Ellen Katz discusses region's progress and potential

Ellen Katz looks back on her first year as president and CEO of the Greater Cincinnati Foundation, noting Northern Kentucky's unique role in backing charitable tax incentives that benefit the region as a whole. 

Study shows KY grad rates among highest in nation

A recent report shows that Kentucky is among the leaders in closing the high school graduation gap for low-income students despite the state’s high poverty rate.

Circus Mojo founder converts Ludlow theater to brewery

Paul Miller's new BIRCUS Brewing Co. will seek investors to expand Ludlow Theater into a brewery and help drive the economic vitality of Ludlow while benefitting the Circus Mojo Foundation.

Gorilla Maker creates 3D printers, jobs for NKY

Verona-based Gorilla Maker is quickly becoming a national authority in 3D printing, but founder Glenn Warner is most proud of the company's job creation in Northern Kentucky.

NKY Health Dept begins testing for Zika virus

The Northern Kentucky Health Department is now conducting surveillance of mosquitoes in the area as part of an effort to combat the Zika virus.

Iconic Bavarian brewery will house county government

Kenton County Judge/Executive Kris Knochelmann announced on Friday that the county will buy the historic structure and move the government there. 

Skyward awards first community "Jumpstart" grants

Skyward announced it has awarded $5,000 Jumpstart grants to each of the pilot LiveWell NKY communities of Covington, Ft. Mitchell, Gallatin County, Ludlow and Newport.

NewCo festival July 21 to feature best of NKY startups

NewCo festival on July 21 will feature some of Northern Kentucky's most exciting support orgs, startups and makers.