Commentary: Government does not create private sector jobs; direct rural jobs ire elsewhere
By Timothy Collins The Daily Yonder From its earliest beginnings, the United States has been a divided nation, often struggling…
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Bill Straub: Placing party above country, McConnell will now face the reality of a President Trump
WASHINGTON – So, exactly who was that man with a plastered-on grin trailing Donald J. Trump like a labradoodle as…
Richard Nelson: Finding thanks in the midst of disappointment; hope that light will overtake darkness
An unusual thing happened in Frankfort the other day. After years of being in the minority party, Republican House Speaker-elect…
Constance Alexander: Here’s to all those wonderful Thanksgiving traditions and the memories they made
When I was growing up, creamed onions and Scotch whiskey were essential ingredients for a proper Thanksgiving feast. The onions…
Mike Denham: Remembering volunteers, first responders during the Thanksgiving season
This week, our families and friends will sit down at the dinner table to celebrate Thanksgiving, the oldest of the…
Commentary: It’s mixed news — again — on education, and past time to change that headline
By James Votruba and Leo Calderon Prichard Committee We’ve become accustomed to receiving mixed news about education progress in Kentucky,…
Kristina Slusser: Are we putting too much pressure on our high school students?
Wake up early. Go to school for seven hours without a break. Pay attention. Be engaged. Write papers. Take tests….
Jeff Rubin: We need to develop sense of urgency, awareness in fight to curb epidemic of diabetes
November is American Diabetes Month, thirty days set aside to shed light on a chronic condition that remains one of…
Bill Straub: Frustrated Trump supporters weren’t simply angry — they wanted revenge
WASHINGTON – The first presidential election I participated in was 1972, shortly after those aged 18 to 21 were granted…
Mike Denham: Situation in Flint reminds us not to take clean and plentiful water for granted
Other than during a rare boil-water advisory, most of us don’t think twice when we turn on the faucet. We…
Letter to the Editor: Sister of murder victim urges passage of ‘Marsy’s Law’ to protect victims’ rights
Editor, After my brother’s murder in 2000, I had to quickly learn to navigate our criminal justice system. Recently, I…
Constance Alexander: Special Olympics is special; each of us is a blade of grass needing an angel
Tuesday afternoon at 3:30, a cluster of people waits at the entry to Corvette Lanes on Main Street, Murray, Ky….
Boone County Clerk Kenny Brown: Poll workers are stewards of election process, deserve our thanks
Elections are the cornerstone of our Constitutional Republic. On Tuesday Nov., 8, nearly 60,000 Boone County citizens made their voices…
Kentucky Attorney General Andy Beshear: Time for leaders to come together in a bipartisan manner
The most divisive set of elections in my lifetime are now over, and Kentucky will not see another regular election…
John Schickel: Big changes ahead in the state legislature, as Republicans control both houses
The presidential election in Boone County is the talk of the town. President-elect Donald Trump carried Boone County with almost…
Billy Reed: Here’s hoping for a Trump epiphany, one that transforms him into gentleman, role model
In my imagination, I am conjuring up a conversation that could take place somewhere in the U.S. before the current…
Governor Bevin: Election Day history made — roar of the people is coming through loud and clear
History was made Tuesday in both the Commonwealth and the nation. A political outsider won the Presidency and did so…
Bill Straub: Despite Trump’s domination of the white vote, turnout doomed Clinton in the end
WASHINGTON – It might seem an odd time to cite Jesse Jackson at this moment, but I remember covering an…
Mike Denham: As Veterans Day approaches, remember contributions of all those who serve
For nearly a century now, our nation has paused on Nov. 11th to pay tribute to our veterans. From the…
Commentary: Thoughts turn toward what’s next as election results loom — time to start healing
By Peggy Hinds Special to KyForward With the election upon us, my thoughts have turned towards what is next. For…
Jeff Rubin: Leaders or barriers — choose carefully when you go to the polls tomorrow
As a citizen expecting to vote in Tuesday’s elections, I am reminded of the old axiom that people tend to…
Brent Cooper: Address low voter turnout by extending the voting period in future elections
At the NKY Chamber annual dinner this year, the new Chairman of the Board, Bob Heil (KLH Engineers), spoke passionately…