Sen. Mitch McConnell: Across the state, the message is clear: Make Washington work for Kentucky
After celebrating our nation’s Independence Day, I traveled around the Commonwealth to hear directly from Kentuckians. By engaging with families,…
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Commentary: Eight members of legislature propose way forward on tax reform; burden not on poor
From: Rep. Jim Wayne, Rep. Tom Burch, Rep. Attica Scott, Rep. Kelly Flood, Rep. Reginald Meeks, Rep. George Brown Jr.,…
David Armstrong: Thomas More College to host compliance conference amid changing landscape
During the last two administrations, the U.S government began to oversee our nation’s universities with the same rigor it has…
Lyn Hacker: A reminder that ‘a little touch of camaraderie’ can make a big difference
I was reading on a friend’s Facebook page the other day about a situation she ran into at a big…
Bill Straub: Opining on greatest of journalism as it once was (or wasn’t), why it’s better than alternative
The late Jimmy Breslin, the greatest columnist in the history of the world (and my personal journalistic hero), was renowned…
Brent Cooper: Leadership Northern Kentucky is critical to our region’s long-term success
Whether you know it or not, Leadership Northern Kentucky (LNK) is a critical ingredient in the long-term success of our…
John Schickel: Sen. Jim Bunning was a force to be reckoned with, but also had a soft side
As your state senator, I attend many funerals of Northern Kentuckians. The recent funeral of former United States Senator and…
Andy Beshear: Kentucky must act after U.S. Supreme Court ruling in North Carolina sex offender case
Last month’s ruling by the United States Supreme Court in a North Carolina case creates a serious problem for Kentucky…
Commentary: Our experiences frame what we understand about ourselves and the world around us
By Eli Capilouto Special to NKyTribune Consider the story of a teacher I recently heard about: Young and enthusiastic, she…
Bill Straub: In the world of Donald Trump, reality is no longer relevant as truth takes a near daily beating
WASHINGTON – You know things are rapidly running out of control in this great country of ours when you can’t…
Colleen Fausz: Increase tax benefit of charitable contributions with Endow Kentucky Tax Credit
How can you increase the tax benefit of your charitable giving? The Endow Kentucky Tax Credit provides a state tax…
Constance Alexander: Reading of Declaration of Independence inspires quest for knowledge
The Visitors Bureau of Murray, Ky., promised that July 4 would be a day of, “Family fun and patriotic spirit”…
NKY Chamber’s Heil: Doing nothing not an option when it comes to infrastructure, Brent Spence Bridge
Doing nothing is no longer an option for our community when it comes to infrastructure. Our time and resources could…
Ramsey, King: collaboration, excellence and equity must drive charter school implementation
This year, the Kentucky General Assembly held a robust legislative debate that resulted in a divide on the topic of…
Erica Palmer Smith: New state law makes it easier than ever to quit smoking — get help now
For the nearly 900,000 smokers in Kentucky, there has never been a better time to quit. During the 2017…
Bill Straub: Health care setback means McConnell might have to do the unthinkable — work with Dems
WASHINGTON – You gotta hand it to Senate Republican Leader Mitch “Root ‘n Branch’’ McConnell – he placed the few…
Joseph Meyer: Why Covington needs to change the fiscal stability ordinance; it’s prudent management
On Tuesday evening the Covington Board of Commissioners will vote to amend the city’s Fiscal Stability Ordinance. Some have expressed…
John Schickel: Keep values of founding fathers in the forefront as we celebrate America’s independence
Over two hundred years ago, our Founding Fathers put their lives on the line to create a new country in…
William Landrum: Use Finance and Administration’s TipLine to report fraud, waste and abuse
My most important role as secretary of the Finance and Administration Cabinet is to serve as the state’s chief financial…
Blake Brickman: Voters tired of status-quo elected Matt Bevin, but misleading news persists
In 2015, the majority of Kentuckians in 106 counties voted for a governor they believed would change the trajectory of…
Col Owens: We have a desperate need to rediscover art of ‘listening’ for more effective political process
I am a partisan. That is not a state secret. I chair the Democratic Party in Kenton County. Our political…
Lynne Saddler: New Northern Kentucky Health Department building positions us for what’s next
The Northern Kentucky Health Department joined with Board of Health members, elected officials and other partner organizations to celebrate the…