Kelly Harper: Kids rely on state budget for a quality education; we must advocate for adequate funding
In 2018, the Kentucky legislature will be crafting the next state budget for the upcoming two years. While pension reform…
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Mitch McConnell: Seeing success in the process of putting the right judges on the nation’s courts
There’s an important issue that hasn’t gotten a lot of headlines, but it’s a key part of President Trump’s agenda….
Bill Straub: Go figure (if you can) the double-talk that doesn’t want to add to deficit except for ‘tax cut’
Our old friend, the Wonder Boy, Rep. Thomas Massie, has built a well-earned reputation as a budget hawk, voting, for…
New BCPL Chapin branch public service assistant introduces herself to the Petersburg community
By Timola Hall Special to the NKyTribune My name is Timola Hall, and I started working at Boone County Public…
Constance Alexander: When it comes to end-of-life decisions, it’s important for patients to have control
When my mother hit her mid-80s, she told me – in no uncertain terms – that if she was diagnosed…
Letter to the Editor: Teacher writes open letter to Gov. Bevin about pensions; classroom work changes lives
Dear Governor Bevin, Before you make decisions in regards to the Kentucky Teacher Retirement System, I wanted to make you…
John Schickel: Honoring the 330,000 Kyians who have served our country and remembering the fallen
Kentucky’s military history runs deep within our culture and families. Even before our great Commonwealth became a state, Kentuckians embodied…
Bill Straub: Scott Pruitt and the EPA he leads are no longer protecting the environment for long term
Anyone clinging to the notion that Belle Brezing is the most notorious prostitute ever produced by Lexington isn’t paying attention…
Dorsey Ridley: Bill to save Kentucky’s pensions finally released, but success remains doubtful
A draft of the massive 505-page bill to address Kentucky’s public pension challenges was released in the late hours of…
Constance Alexander: Sexual harassment, assault are rampant but ‘Me too’ starts with one voice
When I posted a “Me Too” invitation on my Facebook page last week, the replies about women’s experiences with sexual…
Brent Cooper: Spooked by cybercrime? You should be. Take steps to enhance your security
It’s a scary time, and not just because Halloween is upon us. Those in the cybersecurity world, like technology expert…
Mitch McConnell: Why fighting opioid epidemic is necessary, and why we must fight back
The pain of the opioid epidemic continues to ravage communities across the country – especially here in Kentucky. For years,…
Tim Abrams: Pension framework breaks the promise made to teachers — here’s how
Let’s remember how we got into this pension mess in the first place. Frankfort — not our current and retired…
Commentary: Major education association leaders respond to latest state pension reform proposals
By Casey Allen, Bo Matthews, David Webster, Stephanie Winkler and Cherie Dimar Providing the best learning opportunities we can to…
Bill Straub: Mitch McConnell’s dilemma is simple pursue tax cuts and keep job — and worry later
Here comes Senate Republican Leader Mitch “Root ‘n Branch’’ McConnell, riding into town in the lead wagon of the Snake…
Pat Fox: Big Bone Lick State Historic Site and Friends of Big Bone two of Don Clare’s passions
A man passes from this life to the next and in doing so often leaves an empty space, so it…
Kentucky Youth Advocates: Court ruling makes relative caregivers eligible for foster care payments
The Sixth Circuit Court Ruling: What Does It Say? Every kid needs a family and a safe place to call…
Letter to the Editor: President of KY Government Retirees says legislature failed state workers
I am deeply concerned about the pension reform framework recently made public. These proposals challenge the contract rights of members,…
Commentary: Bevin, Stivers, Hoover address ‘Keeping the Promise’ plan for public pension system
By Governor Matt Bevin, Senate President Robert Stivers, and House Speaker Jeff Hoover “Keeping the Promise,” our plan to save…
Letter to the Editor: Tom Haggard says ‘Lights on Afterschool’ event calls attention to funding needs
This Thursday, several hundred parents, students, educators, business leaders, policymakers and others will come together across our region to mark…
Dr. Shelley Shearer: Here are some suggestions for tooth-friendly alternatives for your Halloween fun
As we look forward to all those miniature super heroes ringing our doorbells October 31, it’s time to consider what…
Jeff Rubin: National Bullying Month should recognize more than just children — but adults as well
Have you ever been bullied as a child, or felt picked on simply because of your looks, body shape, race,…