Lewis Donohew: ‘Life should be for the living’; doctors shouldn’t be discouraged from saving lives
A man has a terminal illness and is expected to die within the next few months. He is in pain…
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Mike Denham: Take a comprehensive look at crime in Kentucky, compare 1995 statistics to today
For decades now, Kentucky State Police has annually compiled a comprehensive look at crime across the commonwealth, giving the public…
Oakley Farris: We should rally ’round Hotel Covington project — join in beautifying downtown
In the wake of the announcement that the anticipated Hotel Covington project would move forward, as the Salyers Group finalized…
Tom Block: Name calling could have been avoided if Cruz learned from McConnell how the Senate works
Last week there was an unusual breakdown in decorum in the U.S. Senate, when Texas Senator, and Presidential candidate, Ted…
Mike Denham: Legislation from 2012 seems to be making a significant difference today
Earlier this year, when the General Assembly approved legislation designed to curb the state’s heroin epidemic, many called the law…
Commentary: Grown-ups take a successful field trip to the Capitol, learn something new
By Sen. John Schickel Special to NKyTribune Our adult field trip to the state Capitol was a huge success. As…
Billy Reed: When it comes to domestic violence, the rules should be no different for athletes
For the past couple of years, stories about football players being charged with various kinds of domestic violence have dominated…
Commentary: For taxpayers’ best interest, lawmakers should re-evaluate needle exchange program
By Sen. John Schickel Special to NKyTribune Supporters of Senate Bill 192 (anti-heroin legislation) told lawmakers that needle exchanges for…
Commentary: Accept the challenge-If college students graduate in less time, everyone wins
By Mike McKenzie Special to NKyTribune It seems like hardly a day goes by without another announcement of an increase…
Mike Denham: 239 years later, remember Kentuckians who fought for independence
As we ready to celebrate the Fourth of July on Saturday, it’s worth remembering the words President Kennedy spoke at…
Commentary: A point of clarity on the issue of the Kentucky Retirement Systems
By Rep. Brent Yonts Special to KyForward When it comes to strengthening the state’s public pension systems, it’s good to…
Tom Block: In light of current debate, unique perspective helps tell history of other statues
With the growing debate over the removal of Jefferson Davis from Kentucky Capitol’s rotunda, and the possibility of finding a…
Lewis Donohew: Let’s try and fix tax, benefit systems before resorting to major overhaul
Is it time for a major overhaul of our tax and benefit systems in this country? We have not had…
Commentary: Committee should recommend meningitis vaccine for all college freshmen
By Neal Raisman Special to NKyTribune On college and university campuses across the country, this is one of the most…
Bill Straub: It seems McConnell just can’t withstand the urge to poke Obama with a stick
Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell, who hasn’t had an easy time of it lately – reference his fellow Kentuckian, Sen….
Rep. Mike Denham: Kentucky is full of ‘irreplaceable’ National Historic Landmarks
Eighty years ago, historical preservation took a major step forward when the federal government began compiling a list of those…
Commentary: Debate commission would enable voters to make informed choice
By Jeff Hoover Special to NKyTribune Recently, my longtime friend and college classmate, John David Dyche, authored a column calling…
Commentary: Preserving historic places enhances communities, strengthens economy
By Craig A. Potts Special to NKyTribune It’s time to catch our breath after a busy month of heritage-based events…
Rep. Mike Denham: Remembering D-Day, we recognize those who fought and died
As our nation readies this summer to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the end of World War II, it is…
Commentary: Having a 529 plan can help families ensure a brighter future for children
Graduation season reminds us of just how quickly children grow up and head off to college. Fortunately, parents can start…
Losing, forgetting your identity; what good can an Alzheimer’s license plate do?
By Bari Lewis Special to NKyTribune Dozens of specialty license plates are available in Kentucky, and many of them raise…
Chris Burns: Businesses must work closer with educators to solve STEM workforce shortages
Since the dawn of the digital age, employers have been concerned about the lack of skills young workers have coming…