On Father’s Day, Fish and Wildlife Commissioner remembers officers who lost their lives serving
As a father, I cherish the memories already made with my two daughters and anticipate the milestones still ahead of…
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Al Cross: More questions arise about governor’s race as Bevin continues to dig hole and Beshear advances
When America’s most unpopular governor limped through last month’s four-way Republican primary with 52 percent of the vote, losing 31…
Letter to the editor: Maria Truitt says residents must make their voices heard on ORSANCO decision
To the editor: On June 6, The Ohio River Valley Water Sanitation Commission (ORSANCO) passed the motion to make their…
Bill Straub: Questions surrounding Sec. Chao not surprising, considering the company she keeps
WASHINGTON – The family that grifts together sticks together. Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao, ostensibly a resident of Louisville even though…
Stuart Sanders: Ring tells the story of an 1801 Kentucky duel, part of display at Old State Capitol
At first glance, the ring in the exhibit case appears to be unremarkable. Made of thin brass, the ring’s crown…
George Zamary: Congratulations to the Class of 2019; welcome to a whole new world of responsibility
Many students will be donning their caps and gowns and cherishing memories with friends. Most graduating seniors are looking forward…
Cynthia Howard: Is work draining? Frustrating? How to cut distractions and boost your energy
Have you ever left your office feeling drained from an 8-hour workday — but also frustrated because you got little…
Mitch McConnell: After long fight, chemical weapons stored in Kentucky will soon be destroyed — safely
For decades, families in Madison County have lived alongside more than 500 tons of deadly chemical weapons stored at the…
Commentary: There’s more than one way to Go Pro; KCTCS, KAM teamed up for signing day of their own
By Dr. Jay K. Box and Lee Lingo Recently, the NFL conducted its annual draft. If you’ve ever watched it,…
Wayne Lewis: Pursuing traditional, alternative pathways to address serious teacher shortages
The most important school factor in a child’s academic success is having access to high-quality, effective teachers. While we have…
Bill Straub: Who’s paying attention to what KY’s DC delegation is doing? Your reps deserve scrutiny
WASHINGTON – Back in early April members of the Kentucky congressional delegation, quite appropriately, sent a letter to President Extremely…
Fernando Figueroa: Conversation with NKY mayors spurs discussion of expanding River Cities Initiative
My goal as president of Gateway is to bring together elected officials, businesses, educators and leaders of all kinds to…
Amye Bensenhaver: Recent Fayette Circuit Court decision another major victory for open records law
With very little fanfare, the open records law recently claimed another victory in the Fayette Circuit Court. On April 25,…
Melissa Cardwell: Kentucky Organ Donor Registry reaches milestone, work must continue
Kentucky’s Organ Donor Registry has just reached a remarkable milestone: the number of organ, eye and tissue donation registrants residing…
Danielle Corbin: First comes baby, then back to work, here are some helpful tips to ease transition
Always coming faster than it seems it should, heading back to work after having a child is never easy. It…
Stuart Sanders: Controversy over Kentucky Derby finish continues, but at least there wasn’t a brawl
While this year’s Kentucky Derby lasted about two minutes, controversy surrounding the race is far from being over. Stewards at…
Aaron Thompson: Message to graduates; college is still worth it, congratulations on your degrees
To all of the students who recently graduated from a Kentucky college or university, thank you for having the fortitude…
Bill Straub: True to his character, McConnell changes his stance on potential U.S. Supreme Court vacancy
WASHINGTON – Sometimes it seems Senate Republican Leader Mitch “Root-‘n-Branch’’ McConnell is bound and determined to prove to the world…
Amye Bensenhaver: Kentucky Medical Services Foundation dispute is another open records victory
With very little fanfare, the open records law recently claimed another victory in the Fayette Circuit Court. On April 25,…
Judy Clabes: Celebrating yet another wedding anniversary — 53 years with lifetime to go
(This column first appeared as we celebrated our 48th anniversary. We’ve now hit 53. I’m sharing it again because we…
Rich Boehne: Chair of NKU’s ‘Further, Faster’ campaign urges support; ‘We can take NKU further’
The students of Northern Kentucky University will challenge this community as they populate local businesses and bring fresh, entrepreneurial perspectives…
Allison Ball: Northern Kentucky University innovative in advancing financial literacy in the Commonwealth
As State Treasurer, I have worked to tackle difficult problems facing our Commonwealth with two things in mind. First, I…