The Christ Hospital Heart & Vascular Institute (TCHHVI) is excited to announce the addition of Mark Berlacher, MD, Cardiologist and Preventive Cardiology Specialist, to their outstanding group of highly trained physicians. In addition to working as a cardiologist and cardiac imaging specialist, Dr. Berlacher is passionate about preventive cardiology, which includes addressing risk factors and pursuing a program […]
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NKU professor gets Fulbright Specialist award
Dr. Shamima Ahmed, a professor in the Master of Public Administration (MPA) program at Northern Kentucky University, has received a Fulbright Specialist Program award and will complete a project at the Academy of Public Administration under the President of the Republic of Tajikistan. The goal of Dr. Ahmed’s project will be to exchange knowledge and […]
C. Wesley Morgan on daughter’s murder: Taylor Mill suspect had ‘fantasy’ about house’s shelter
Written by Mike Valente, LEX 18 reporter Businessman and former state lawmaker C. Wesley Morgan suggested the ‘doomsday style’ bunker in his Madison County mansion may have played a role in a home invasion that left his daughter dead. “She’s dead because of this,” Morgan said. “And it is ridiculous.” Morgan spoke with reporters in […]
Bill advances that would make Kentucky a 2nd Amendment Sanctuary
A bill that would make Kentucky a 2nd Amendment Sanctuary state passed the House Veterans, Military Affairs, and Public Protection Tuesday. It is on the House calendar for Wednesday, but there’s no guarantee it will get a vote. Sponsored by Rep. Josh Bray (R-Mount Vernon), House Bill 29 would prohibit a ban on firearms in […]
Northern Kentucky Tri-ED appoints Halpin to their Board of Directors
The Northern Kentucky Tri-County Economic Development Corporation announced that Campbell County Judge/Executive Steve Pendery and the Fiscal Court appointed Tara Halpin, CEO and owner of Steinhauser, to the Tri-ED Board of Directors. Halpin will occupy the seat previously held by Johnna Reeder Kleymeyer. “As a resident and business owner in Campbell County, Tara will bring […]
Elsmere man hits $250,000 scratch-off prize; arrested days later
Story update on March 3 A Northern Kentucky lottery winner was arrested on drug related charges days after winning $250,000, Kenton County Prosecutor Rob Sanders confirmed Thursday. Joseph Hellard was arrested on March 2 by Erlanger police. According to the police report, Hellard was traveling on Dixie Highway in Erlanger with expired registration. A canine […]
Dayton woman pleads guilty in death of 1-year old son
A Northern Kentucky woman awaits sentencing after her guilty plea to a charge of severely beating her 1-year old son, which led to the child’s death. Stacey Schuchart of Dayton, Kentucky, 32, pleaded guilty to a single count of murder last week. She previously pleaded not guilty in November of 2019. The Campbell County Commonwealth […]
Point Perk coffee shop helps people with disabilities achieve their highest potential
Riley Hurst could be the poster child for The Point/Arc’s success. Hurst came to the organization to make friends and come out of his shell; then, he discovered The Point Perk. The 19-year-old Fort Wright resident admits he had a hard time making friends. “I was a quiet kid,” Hurst said. “I am on the Autism Spectrum, […]
Norse advance to Horizon League quarterfinals with win over Detroit Mercy
Written by Matthew Dietz, editor-in-chief of The Northerner NKU women’s basketball head coach Camryn Whitaker has seen her fair share of postseason basketball, both as a player and as a coach, and understands what it takes to win when the calendar flips to March. During Whitaker’s lone season at Kentucky before joining the Norse, she […]
Cincinnati Bell changes name to altafiber
Cincinnati Bell announced Wednesday morning that the company is changing its name to altafiber. “And as we determine what tomorrow holds, one thing is certain: Fiber is the future,” CEO Leigh R. Fox announced in a video on the company’s website. “It’s faster, stronger and more sustainable for all of tomorrow’s needs, and will be the […]


