Kentucky reaches weekly record (6,126) for new coronavirus cases with 616 reported Sunday
Gov. Andy Beshear on Sunday updated Kentuckians on the state’s continuing efforts to fight the novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19). “I…
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Billy Reed: Remembering Lexington native and former Los Angeles Dodger Lou Johnson
Although I hadn’t seen Lou Johnson for years, I still considered him a friend, mostly because we shared a special…
Kentucky reaches highest-ever daily total with 1,275 new coronavirus cases Saturday, eight deaths
Gov. Andy Beshear on Saturday updated Kentuckians on the state’s continuing efforts to fight the novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19). He…
Art Lander’s Outdoors: Kentucky’s newest major reservoir, Yatesville Lake offers excellent fishing
Editor’s note: This is the third article in a series about Kentucky’s major reservoirs. Yatesville Lake is Kentucky’s newest major…
Kentucky by Heart: In a divisive world, optimism for Kentucky’s future remains, because of its people
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist I recently was interviewed for a podcast by Bill Goodman, CEO of the Kentucky Humanities…
Many rural hospitals teeter on a financial cliff as COVID Medicare loans begin to come due
Note to Readers: Sarah Jane Tribble spent more than a year and half reporting on a small town in Kansas…
Overhyped hemp? Amid major price drop, and a big bankruptcy, Kentucky hemp farmers feel burned
By Liam Niemeyer Ohio Valley Resource John Fuller is waiting for another farmer he’s never met before to talk about…
Ky. Supreme Court rules historical horse racing isn’t pari-mutuel wagering, illegal under current law
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The Kentucky Supreme Court issued an opinion Thursday where they unanimously agreed that historical horse…
Art Lander’s Outdoors: Cave Run Lake is Kentucky’s top destination for Muskellunge fishing
Editor’s Note: This is the second article in a series about Kentucky’s major resevoirs Cave Run Lake, Kentucky’s top muskie…
Commentary: An open letter to Sen. Mitch McConnell from Kentucky Voices for Health, advocating for relief
Kentuckians and people who are struggling all across the country are counting on you for leadership. In the face of…
Kentucky by Heart: Historic Keene might not be fancy, but it’s home… and always will be
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist For nice rides in the country, I often take Highway 169 in the central Kentucky…
Art Lander’s Outdoors: Taylorsville Lake one of Kentucky’s most popular recreational resevoirs
Editor’s Note: This is the first article in a series about Kentucky’s major resevoirs In part because of its close…
Kentucky by Heart: Lincoln County native Red Foley was first Kentuckian in Country Music Hall of Fame
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune Columnist My parents were country music fans, and while growing up, I admit that I endured…
Art Lander’s Outdoors: Spring spawning runs of white bass in Ky. waters a favorite with anglers
Editor’s note: This is the tenth article in a series about Kentucky’s gamefish species. The white bass (Morone chrysops) is…
Kentucky by Heart: Although mostly virtual this year, the opening of school brings back many memories
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist The opening of schools, though mostly virtually these days, always recalls personal memories for me,…
Inequality between rich and poor Kentucky school districts grows amid COVID costs, revenue losses
By Anna Baumann Kentucky Center for Economic Policy As schools across the commonwealth face unprecedented new costs and challenges from…
Art Lander’s Outdoors: Primarily a river fish, sauger are also present in Kentucky’s Lakes and tailwaters
Editor’s note: This is the ninth article in a series about Kentucky’s gamefish species. The sauger (Sander canadense) is a…
Former Boone County Schools superintendent Randy Poe continuing education journey with the KBE
By Jacob Perkins Kentucky Teacher Randy Poe’s journey with Boone County schools began as a bus driver for the district….
Kentucky by Heart: Many Kentuckians have made their mark in fields of science and technology
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune Columnist Science and technology. . .in the Bluegrass State?? Over the years, Kentucky hasn’t always been…
Art Lander’s Outdoors: 2020-21 Kentucky Deer Season set to open on rescheduled Derby Day
In what must be characterized as the most unlikely juxtaposition of sport, Kentucky’s spring horseracing classic, the Kentucky Derby, will…
Kentucky by Heart: Author Kim Huston’s Bardstown offers intimate look at community’s allure
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist When it comes to choosing an invigorating location for Kentucky day trips (or half-day trip),…
Art Lander’s Outdoors: The striped bass is now present in Kentucky’s lakes, tailwaters and rivers
The striped bass (Morone saxatilis), a sleek, powerful fish with firm, white flesh, has long been regarded as one of…