Opinion – Judy Harris: Lessons from kindergartners
“There can be no keener revelation of a society’s soul than how it treats its children.” — Nelson Mandela In…
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Joe Heller: A cartoonist’s look at week’s news — immunity, chaos, debate, homelessness
Joe Heller was the editorial cartoonist for the Green Bay Press-Gazette in Green Bay, Wis., from 1985 until being laid…
Opinion – Richard Nelson: In considering our ‘pursuit of happiness,’ think about our stewardship of freedom
“We hold these truths to be self evident that all men are created equal that they are endowed by their…
Opinion – Bill Straub: Despite Reagan example, if Biden stays in race let’s hope he’s right
It’s been almost 40 years since President Ronald Reagan, seeking a second term, ventured to Louisville to engage in a…
Opinion – Chris McDaniel: Remembering our civic duty as we celebrate our nation’s birthday
Let us reflect on our nation’s remarkable journey, which started as a country that sought freedom from British oppression over…
Opinion – Al Cross: Biden debacle brings Beshear forward
When Gov. Andy Beshear formed a political committee in January and started making appearances around the country (he’ll be in…
Opinion – Melissa McDonald: Kentucky must face the reality of hunger in our communities
Kentucky’s silent crisis: food insecurity. The recently released 2024 Map the Meal Gap report (2022 data) exposes the harsh reality…
Opinion – Judy Harris: Understanding the 38th parallel . . .and the ramifications of war
“If we let Korea down, the Soviets will keep right on going and swallowing up one place after another.” —…
Joe Heller: Cartoonist’s view of week’s news — Independence Day, fireworks, debates, deniers
Joe Heller was the editorial cartoonist for the Green Bay Press-Gazette in Green Bay, Wis., from 1985 until being laid…
Opinion – Norma Hatfield: How is nothing better than something for children in need?
I am shocked and saddened as I reflect upon recent events regarding Senate Bill 151 for kinship caregivers. There are…
Opinion – Bill Straub: Spreading misinformation is form of cheating; setting record straight isn’t censorship
If Sen. Rand Paul gets his way, Lord help us all, the nation may find itself expanding the Bill of…
Opinion – Dave Hatter: Cybersecurity threats pose a challenge, and one adversary stands above the rest
In an era where digital interconnectedness defines our daily lives, the significance of cybersecurity cannot be overstated. The proliferation of…
Opinion – Amye Bensenhaver: WKU open meetings controversy easily resolved — read statute
In the midst of an open meetings controversy at Western Kentucky University involving an illegal series of less than quorum…
Opinion – Judy Harris: Poems, friendship, and kindness — a tribute to all
“Friendship is always a sweet responsibility, never an opportunity.”– Khalil Gibran One of my favorite coaches in recent years at…
Joe Heller: Cartoonist’s view of news — Willie Mays, 10 Commandments, bump stocks, heat
Joe Heller was the editorial cartoonist for the Green Bay Press-Gazette in Green Bay, Wis., from 1985 until being laid…
Opinion – Katelyn Bunning: Guaranteeing Kentucky’s right to shape it’s own energy future
I have spent my career navigating the intersection of state and federal politics, and I understand that it’s not always…
Opinion — Bill Straub: Is Andy Beshear musing about possibilities ahead? The White House?
James Carville, who knows a little something about political talent (see Clinton, Bill) thinks he’s found a prospect ready for…
Opinion – Eugene Hsu: Empowering older adults in fight against elder abuse, an underreported issue
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, observed every June, raises awareness about the mistreatment of older adults. Elder abuse is not…
Opinion – Terri Bradshaw: Celebrating legislature’s support of Kentucky Product Development Initiative
It almost never happens these days – 100% of our legislative leaders agreeing on a cause. But here in Kentucky…
Opinion – Retired Kentucky jail and corrections employees speak out on passage of House Bill 5
HB5, the “Safer Kentucky Act,” is emotion-based legislation, rather than the evidence-based legislation Kentucky deserves. Legislators and research organizations who…
Opinion – Judy Harris: Reducing prejudice? It’s so easy to be a bigot today
“The line separating good and evil passes not through states, nor between classes, nor between political parties either—but right through…
Joe Heller: Cartoonist’s view of week’s news – Dads, Father’s Day, delays, Hunter (fishing)
Joe Heller was the editorial cartoonist for the Green Bay Press-Gazette in Green Bay, Wis., from 1985 until being laid…