Johnathan Gay: Morehead’s space science presence propels Appalachia, state forward
Could the key to curing cancer, finding traces of water on the moon or developing the next wave of communication…
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Tom Block: Tough decisions ahead with the next act to be played out when Congress returns
Before leaving for their two-week spring break, the House and Senate each passed their own versions of a budget resolution….
No More Bullying: It comes in all shapes and sizes, often occurs in plain sight of teachers
This column on bullying in schools will run periodically on NKyTribune. By Melissa Martin Special to NKyTribune How does bullying…
Bill Straub: Beshear’s legacy taking a beating for being on wrong side of gay marriage issue
WASHINGTON – In politics, ridicule is generally the sharpest arrow in the quiver. Nobody wants to be laughed at and,…
Rep. Mike Denham: March is full of madness for basketball fans and government officials
In one way, the bills filed each legislative session are not much different from the teams taking part in the…
Col Owens: Current unrest is due to income inadequacy; economic status is biggest challenge
We have a growing crisis in our country. The Middle Class is contracting, and our future prosperity is in peril….
No More Bullying: When victims turn into bullies, answers may seem unclear; seek help
This column on bullying in schools will run periodically on the NKyTribune. By Melissa Martin Special to NKyTribune Do some…
Commentary: Put an end to inappropriate teacher-student relationships in Kentucky
By Regina Bunch Special to NKyTribune One of the key components of public education is the fact there should be…
Bill Straub: Rand Paul’s road-less-traveled path could prove the difference in crowded GOP field
WASHINGTON – The cavalry charge that is the 2016 Republican presidential campaign got underway this week with Sen. Ted Cruz…
The Student Voice Team: Hard lesson learned when good legislation is victim of unrelated amendments
Over the last few months, the Prichard Committee Student Voice Team has employed every civic tool at our disposal to…
Mike Hammons: Congress should fund the Home Visitation Program serving at-risk young families
Federal funding for the Maternal, Infant and Early Childhood Home Visiting (MIECHV) program runs out March 31 unless Congress acts…
Commentary: If passed, treatment, Naloxone, ‘Good Samaritan’ provision could save lives
By Jennifer Hancock Special to NKyTribune Kentuckians who face the challenges of addiction represent every zip code, educational background and…
Constance Alexander: Creative Placemaking leaders create new horizons in Ky cities, including Covington
Jeff Speck, city planner extraordinaire, specializes in downtowns. Reading his book, Walkable City: How Downtown Can Save America One Step…
Letter to the Editor: Bill Adkins says extremists in House, now emulated in Senate, diminish Congress
The gridlock in this current Congress and with Mitch McConnell as Majority Leader is a direct consequence of Republicans in…
Commentary: If passed, common sense legislation could save lives in emergency
By Dr. J. Wesley “Wes” Sublett Special to NKyTribune Last year, the Richmond Register reported that the lives of…
Bill Straub: Give Paul a little credit for recognizing a crisis – and trying to do something about it
WASHINGTON – Sen. Rand Paul may not be the most liberal member of the Kentucky delegation in the nation’s capital…
Rep. Mike Denham: Bill to decrease state’s drug problems has support from all sides
When it comes to illegal drug use, few states have been hit as hard as Kentucky over the last 15…
Rep. Darryl Owens: Silent disregard for HB 40, 70 leaves us to question moral fiber of Senate
Special to NKyTribune “The weak can never forgive. Forgiveness is the attribute of the strong.” I believe these words, spoken…
Carrie Cox: New breed of tech-savvy terrorists targeting military families; common sense needed
A new breed of terrorists have sophisticated public relations campaigns complete with social media accounts. Recently, one group issued a…
Mike Farrell: A hometown guy’s perspective of community service honored by Hall of Fame
Five community leaders were inducted into the Northern Kentucky Business Hall of Fame this week.These trailblazers and visionaries were honored…
Bill Straub: McConnell’s actions bespeak of hostility that extends far beyond politics
WASHINGTON – As the Ides of March approach, it doth appear that Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell has assumed an…
Rep. Denny Butler: HB 213 is the best hope for slowing, eventually stopping heroin’s scourge
By Rep. Denny Butler Special to NKyTribune While there have been wide-ranging opinions about heroin legislation this session, there is…