Mike Denham: Kentucky’s abundant forest lands generating $14.6 billion for state’s economy
Over the last 50 years, usually around the time fall colors are in full bloom, state and federal officials have…
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Campbell County Judge-Executive Pendery explains importance of digital radio system upgrade
Campbell County Judge-Executive Steve Pendery offers his perspective on the need for a regional project to upgrade Northern Kentucky’s public…
Jeff Rubin: Education, job training are important components to true prison reform in Kentucky
The Madison County Jail Task Force Report released this past June identified a number of concerns regarding overcrowding and prisoner…
Lyn Hacker: At first her tattoos were a curiosity that got our attention, then she was Tatts, and one of us
I never will forget the first time I met her. A friend of my cousin (the other cousins and I…
Bill Straub: When it comes to Trump’s baseless charges of vote rigging, McConnell is oddly silent
WASHINGTON – If you happen to bump into Judge Crater or Jimmy Hoffa over the next few days you might…
John Schickel: Much to be thankful for as ‘Bluegrass State’ approaches 225th anniversary celebration
Kentucky is known as the “Bluegrass State,” a nickname based on the bluegrass found in many of its pastures due…
Mike Denham: Domestic Violence Awareness Month provides chance for closer examination of issue
Each September, domestic violence-prevention programs across the country take part in a one-day census to illustrate what they and the…
Megan Cleveland: Some after-divorce advice about moving on, from a legal/financial perspective
A common misperception among those working through a divorce is that the work is over once the divorce is final….
Letters to editor: Goetz on Park Hills zoning, Terry on Wuchner Mylan money; Frommeyer praises Gateway
Bill Goetz: Addressing the Park Hills zoning discord Based upon my past experience in local government and in the planning…
Carrie Cox: Some parents don’t like the new ‘Summit Personalized Learning Platform,’ want to opt out
The Summit Personalized Learning Platform at first glance sounds like an incredible opportunity for students to learn at their own…
Bill Straub: As bad as Trump has been, GOP is likely to survive and thrive even after potential debacle
WASHINGTON – Kentucky’s elected Republicans are showing why none of their members can expect to be included in any future…
Rep. Mike Denham: Tireless dedication of our local law enforcement results in safer Kentucky for all
One of the best things about Kentucky is that it remains one of the safest places in which to live….
Commentary: Why Trump? The simplest answer: Primarily because he’s not Hillary
By Marcus Carey Special to NKyTribune There is a simple question being asked by many people, republicans and democrats alike,…
Commentary: Why Hillary? From close up, personal, answer is simple: She is best person for the job
This is the first of two guest columns about the upcoming presidential race, featuring personal commentaries on the top two…
Richard Nelson: Religion and politics do mix — and preachers have free speech rights as well
Religion and politics are the two topics to avoid in polite company, and pastors should never talk about the latter….
Andrea Fieler: NKU’s World Language, Literatures’ German-American Day, German influence in region
Each year Northern Kentucky University’s Department of World Languages and Literatures as well as the many German-Americans throughout the United…
Bill Straub: If you find the present state of American politics deplorable, you have McConnell to thank
WASHINGTON – It’s been 10 years since Mitch McConnell stepped up to become the Republican leader in the U.S. Senate,…
Your vote counts! Kentucky Youth Advocates encourages all residents of voting age to register
Your vote is your voice! In celebration of National Voter Registration Day October 11, Kentucky Youth Advocates are encouraging all Kentuckians…
Rep. Mike Denham: Report cards are out and our schools are heading in the right direction
Not long after the start of each school year, Kentucky begins getting report cards on the overall progress our students…
Ethan Manning: Kentucky appears to be falling behind other states when it comes to personal freedoms
When it comes to personal freedoms, Kentucky appears to be falling behind the rest of the country. According to a…
Fernando Figueroa: Reflecting on his first few months at helm of Gateway and his ‘listening tour’
It’s hard to believe I’m completing my second month at Gateway. I can honestly say that I have never felt…
Terry Brooks: The ripple effect, or how one good thing might lead to . . .solving child poverty perhaps?
You remember, don’t you? You’re that twelve-year old kid on a hot summer day. You and your friends are exploring…