http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wnku/news/ Local News en-us Mon, 28 May 2012 11:08:53 GMT Public Interactive newsroom.NewsPodcast via Rome 30 arnold@nku.edu no WNKU Podcast Feed http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wnku/news/content/1885791.html A radical group of Cincinnati artists is making a point that's soft and cozy while adding warmth and color to a tight-knit community.As WNKU's Cheri Lawson reports "yarn bombing" is an international movement that's warming up the Queen City. WNKU Thu, 15 Dec 2011 15:32:55 GMT arnold@nku.edu no A radical group of Cincinnati artists is making a point that's soft and cozy while adding warmth and color to a tight-knit community.As WNKU's Cheri Lawson reports "yarn bombing" is an international movement that's warming up the Queen City. Knit one, pearl two, Cincy Bombshells--YAHOO! arnold@nku.edu http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wnku/news/content/1890214.html On this Earth Day the Cincinnati Zoo is becoming a national leader in the promotion of clean energy.WNKU's Cheri Lawson reports the zoo is now home to the country's largest urban solar array, accessible to the public. WNKU Thu, 28 Apr 2011 14:04:16 GMT arnold@nku.edu no On this Earth Day the Cincinnati Zoo is becoming a national leader in the promotion of clean energy.WNKU's Cheri Lawson reports the zoo is now home to the country's largest urban solar array, accessible to the public. Cincinnati Zoo a leader in clean energy arnold@nku.edu http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wnku/news/content/1890144.html How far will a state go to improve the economy and attract jobs? In Northern Kentucky there are plans for a religious theme park featuring a life-sized replica of Noah's Ark. WNKU's Cheri Lawson reports the project has the support of the governor who expects it to bring a flood of jobs and attract multitudes of visitors. WNKU Wed, 30 Mar 2011 23:25:59 GMT arnold@nku.edu no How far will a state go to improve the economy and attract jobs? In Northern Kentucky there are plans for a religious theme park featuring a life-sized replica of Noah's Ark. WNKU's Cheri Lawson reports the project has the support of the Ark Park touted as blessing for Kentucky economy arnold@nku.edu http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wnku/news/content/1885761.html Northern Kentucky University's coordinator of African American Student Affairs was selected among the region's emerging African American leaders.WNKU's Cheri Lawson spoke with Deborah Strahorn about the honor. WNKU Thu, 15 Dec 2011 14:27:47 GMT arnold@nku.edu no Northern Kentucky University's coordinator of African American Student Affairs was selected among the region's emerging African American leaders.WNKU's Cheri Lawson spoke with Deborah Strahorn about the honor. NKU African American Student Affairs coordinator receives honor arnold@nku.edu http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wnku/news/content/1885742.html Cincinnati Union Bethel and the Anna Louise Inn are celebrating being chosen as the Service Provider of the Year by the Greater Cincinnati Coalition for the Homeless. The announcement came at an ironic moment as Cincinnati Union Bethel, operator of the Inn heads to court with Western Southern over proposed improvements to the property. Coalition spokesman Josh Spring talked to WNKU's Matt Kelley about why the Inn is so important to the community. (get more infmation at www.cinunionbethel.org) WNKU Thu, 15 Dec 2011 13:40:02 GMT arnold@nku.edu no Cincinnati Union Bethel and the Anna Louise Inn are celebrating being chosen as the Service Provider of the Year by the Greater Cincinnati Coalition for the Homeless. The announcement came at an ironic moment as Cincinnati Union Bethel, operator of Anna Louise Inn Named Service Provider of the Year arnold@nku.edu http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wnku/news/content/1885534.html The Crosstown Shootout between Xavier University and the University of Cincinnati began its rivalry decades ago . This year a bench clearing brawl ended with suspension for some players on both teams Hamilton County Prosecutor Joe Deters considered pressing criminal charges, a decision that was reversed following an investigation which included interviewing coaches and players and watching videos from the game.Sports psychologist Barbara Walker talks about implications of that game. WNKU Wed, 14 Dec 2011 15:41:05 GMT arnold@nku.edu no The Crosstown Shootout between Xavier University and the University of Cincinnati began its rivalry decades ago . This year a bench clearing brawl ended with suspension for some players on both teams Hamilton County Prosecutor Joe Deters considered Crosstown Shootout free of criminal charges but full of emotional charge arnold@nku.edu http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wnku/news/content/1884557.html Frankfort is making final preparations for tomorrow's gubernatorial inauguration of Steve Beshear. A spokesperson for the governor tells WNKU's Steve Hirschberg that inaugurations have some time-honored traditions in Kentucky. WNKU Mon, 12 Dec 2011 16:16:22 GMT arnold@nku.edu no Frankfort is making final preparations for tomorrow's gubernatorial inauguration of Steve Beshear. A spokesperson for the governor tells WNKU's Steve Hirschberg that inaugurations have some time-honored traditions in Kentucky. Frankfort Prepares for 2nd Beshear Inauguration arnold@nku.edu http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wnku/news/content/1883840.html WNKU's Steve Hirschberg presents a postcard from Greene County, Ohio. WNKU Fri, 09 Dec 2011 16:23:44 GMT arnold@nku.edu no WNKU's Steve Hirschberg presents a postcard from Greene County, Ohio. Postcard From Greene County, Ohio arnold@nku.edu http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wnku/news/content/1883833.html A popular and historic venue for local bands is closing its doors at the end of this year. WNKU's Steve Hirschberg talked about the closure of Southgate House with John Patrick, WNKU's Music Director. WNKU Fri, 09 Dec 2011 16:04:19 GMT arnold@nku.edu no A popular and historic venue for local bands is closing its doors at the end of this year. WNKU's Steve Hirschberg talked about the closure of Southgate House with John Patrick, WNKU's Music Director. What Closure of Southgate House Means for Local Bands arnold@nku.edu http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wnku/news/content/1883832.html Northern Kentucky University is finally an NCAA Division 1 sports school and joins the Atlantic Sun Conference. WNKU's Steve Hirschberg reports. WNKU Fri, 09 Dec 2011 15:58:07 GMT arnold@nku.edu no Northern Kentucky University is finally an NCAA Division 1 sports school and joins the Atlantic Sun Conference. WNKU's Steve Hirschberg reports. NKU Moves Up to NCAA Division 1, Joins Atlantic Sun Conference arnold@nku.edu http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wnku/news/content/1883831.html The City of Covington is seeking public input about thier plans to revitalize their riverfront district. City officials met with entrepreneurs and residents earlier this week to discuss the direction the development should take. Jackson Kinney Director of Community Development says the city sent out an action plan survey and invited the public to comment on improvements. WNKU's Matt Kelley asked Kinney what people had to say about the project.get more details at www.cityofcovington.org ) WNKU Fri, 09 Dec 2011 15:57:16 GMT arnold@nku.edu no The City of Covington is seeking public input about thier plans to revitalize their riverfront district. City officials met with entrepreneurs and residents earlier this week to discuss the direction the development should take. Jackson Kinney Covingotn Seeks Public Input on Riverfront Development arnold@nku.edu http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wnku/news/content/1883823.html The Greater Cincinnati Energy Alliance and Cincinnati State Technical and Community College are working together on a program that will result in homes becoming more environmentally efficient. WNKU's Steve Hirschberg reports. WNKU Fri, 09 Dec 2011 15:50:03 GMT arnold@nku.edu no The Greater Cincinnati Energy Alliance and Cincinnati State Technical and Community College are working together on a program that will result in homes becoming more environmentally efficient. WNKU's Steve Hirschberg reports. Energy Alliance and Cincinnati State Create Training Center arnold@nku.edu http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wnku/news/content/1882637.html The Salmon P. Chase Law School at NKU is offering its' students a new way to hone their skills. The Law and Informatics Institute will allow students to explore interdisciplinary aspects of law involving business, health and information systems. Director Jon Garon stopped by the WNKU studios to talk to Matt Kelley about the definition and importance of informatics in law.(Get details at http://chaselaw.nku.edu/centers/law-informatics/ ) WNKU Wed, 07 Dec 2011 00:58:48 GMT arnold@nku.edu no The Salmon P. Chase Law School at NKU is offering its' students a new way to hone their skills. The Law and Informatics Institute will allow students to explore interdisciplinary aspects of law involving business, health and information systems. NKU's Chase Law and Informatics Insitute Provides Interdisciplinary Study arnold@nku.edu http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wnku/news/content/1882061.html The Smithsonian exhibit "Journey Stories" is coming to the Fort Thomas Military and Community Museum this Saturday. Renaissance Manager Debbie Buckley says it's one of only five museums selected to host the exhibit. WNKU's Matt Kelley visited with Buckley to find out more about "Journey Stories" (get details at www.ftthomas.org, or call oe email Debbie Buckley about group rates at 859-572-1225 dbuckley@ftthomas.org ) WNKU Mon, 05 Dec 2011 12:51:38 GMT arnold@nku.edu no The Smithsonian exhibit "Journey Stories" is coming to the Fort Thomas Military and Community Museum this Saturday. Renaissance Manager Debbie Buckley says it's one of only five museums selected to host the exhibit. WNKU's Matt Kelley visited with The Smithsonian's "Journey Stories" Comes to the Fort Thomas Museum arnold@nku.edu http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wnku/news/content/1880528.html A new and improved Washington Park is taking shape in Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine neighborhood. WNKU's Steve Hirschberg reports. WNKU Wed, 30 Nov 2011 15:45:23 GMT arnold@nku.edu no A new and improved Washington Park is taking shape in Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine neighborhood. WNKU's Steve Hirschberg reports. New Washington Park Taking Shape arnold@nku.edu http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wnku/news/content/1880525.html In mid-December, Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine neighborhood will sparkle with the second annual Light Up OTR celebration. WNKU's Steve Hirschberg reports. WNKU Wed, 30 Nov 2011 15:37:37 GMT arnold@nku.edu no In mid-December, Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine neighborhood will sparkle with the second annual Light Up OTR celebration. WNKU's Steve Hirschberg reports. Preparations Underway for 2nd Annual Light Up OTR arnold@nku.edu http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wnku/news/content/1880213.html Tomorrow marks the 23rd annual World AIDS Day. The Northern Kentucky Health Department will be offering free, rapid anonymous screenings in cooperation with Saint John United Church of Christ. Health Department spokesman Bob Ford says this year's theme is "Getting to Zero" that is; zero new infections, zero discrimination and zero deaths. Ford told WNKU's Matt Kelley it's an attainable goal. (get more information at www.nkyhealth.org ) WNKU Tue, 29 Nov 2011 21:23:04 GMT arnold@nku.edu no Tomorrow marks the 23rd annual World AIDS Day. The Northern Kentucky Health Department will be offering free, rapid anonymous screenings in cooperation with Saint John United Church of Christ. Health Department spokesman Bob Ford says this year's Northern Kentucky Health Department Offers Free Anonymous Screening on World AIDS Day arnold@nku.edu http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wnku/news/content/1879412.html The Miami University Middletown Artist and Lecture series will present the Grascals this weekend. The group won the International Bluegrass Music Association's "Emerging Artists of the Year Award in 2005, Entertainers of the Year in 2006 and 2007, and Kristin Scott Benson has been the IBMA's banjo player of the year for the past 3 years. WNKU's Matt Kelley caught up with Benson to find out more about the Grascals.(get ticket information at www.regionals.muohio.edu/artistseries/middletown.htm ) WNKU Sun, 27 Nov 2011 21:16:43 GMT arnold@nku.edu no The Miami University Middletown Artist and Lecture series will present the Grascals this weekend. The group won the International Bluegrass Music Association's "Emerging Artists of the Year Award in 2005, Entertainers of the Year in 2006 and 2007, and The Grascals to Perform in Middletown December 3rd arnold@nku.edu http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wnku/news/content/1879408.html Some Catholics in Kentucky and Ohio are part of what they see as a growing worldwide movement. As Cheri Lawson reports, although the official Vatican position forbidding women's ordination is clear, increasing numbers of clergy and other believers are supporting the idea. WNKU Sun, 27 Nov 2011 21:00:24 GMT arnold@nku.edu no Some Catholics in Kentucky and Ohio are part of what they see as a growing worldwide movement. As Cheri Lawson reports, although the official Vatican position forbidding women's ordination is clear, increasing numbers of clergy and other believers are Ohio, Kentucky Catholics support women's ordination arnold@nku.edu http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wnku/news/content/1878262.html The 2011 Ohio Health Poll findings reveal that among Ohio adults, 85 percent report having insurance. But Spokesperson for the Health Foundation of Greater Cincinnati, Jennifer Chubinski says their knowledge about what medical treatments are covered.WNKU's Matt Kelley asked Chubinski what the survey told their group about Ohioans and their insurance.( get more information or read the report at www.healthfoundation.org) WNKU Tue, 22 Nov 2011 22:52:43 GMT arnold@nku.edu no The 2011 Ohio Health Poll findings reveal that among Ohio adults, 85 percent report having insurance. But Spokesperson for the Health Foundation of Greater Cincinnati, Jennifer Chubinski says their knowledge about what medical treatments are Ohioans Need to Learn More About Health Coverage arnold@nku.edu