Don Saelinger: Anyone eligible should line up to receive vaccine, our only hope for return to normal
In the early months of 2020, we physicians, nurses, and other hospital staff entered hospital rooms frequently occupied by patients…
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Billy Reed: In these contentious and uncertain times, the wise words of Muhammad Ali ring truer than ever
A few weeks ago, I had coffee with Lonnie Ali, widow of the most influential Kentuckian ever. She lives mostly…
Omar Salinas Chaćon: Dreamers are Kentuckians in every way but on paper and it’s time to change that
In June, Vice President Kamala Harris addressed a crowd of Guatemalans and told them “do not come” to the U.S….
Al Cross: Some Republicans sacrifice science on the altar of politics — and, here we are, on the brink of crisis
The pandemic has returned, perhaps stronger than ever, and the politics of it are more deadly than ever. Americans are…
Bill Straub: Flipping off science, Sen. Rand Paul prattles on, ever defiant and woefully ill-informed
After having witnessed Sen. Rand Paul in action over these past 11 years, listened to his unsettling attempts at oratory…
Colmon Elridge: Democrats are delivering results despite Republican efforts to stand in the way
Recently, the DNC announced its first-ever “Build Back Better” bus tour, which makes it a great time to evaluate how…
Constance Alexander: Stories of dislocation and connection from a ‘Drowned Town’ in western KY
No matter where the characters’ journeys begin in Jayne Moore Waldrop’s Drowned Town, all routes – land and water —…
Lyn Hacker: ‘Family cemeteries’ have a uniqueness in Appalachia, represent a special commitment to family
To those who travel down the Hal Rogers Parkway in southeast Kentucky, one of the most interesting sights you’ll come…
Billy Reed: Thanks, Reds, for providing a significant mental-health distraction, shining light in darkness
In order to maintain our sanity here in the era of the Coronavirus and the Trumpavirus, I believe it helps…
Joint statement from the presidents of state’s public higher ed institutions on mask-wearing indoors
As presidents of our respective universities and the community and technical college system, we are looking forward to the fall…
Sen. John Schickel: Protecting liberty in the criminal justice system, different perspective
I want to offer a different perspective from all negative talk about the nation’s and Kentucky’s criminal justice system. With…
Bill Straub: Trump keeps popping out emails that repeat, repeat, repeat the Big Lie; do the hokey pokey
Ever since he was ceremoniously dumped from Twitter and Facebook for telling lies that would make Herodotus blanch, Le Grande…
Commentary: What you should know about the COVID delta variant
By Becky Dutch, Vince Venditto, Ashley Montgomery-Yates, and Aaron Grubbs University of Kentucky As the SARS-CoV-2 delta variant continues to…
Commentary: For the sake of our health, the time is now to unite against the use of fossil fuels
By Charles Lutz and Elizabeth Jackson Special to NKyTribune As medical professionals, we have a duty to heal and protect…
Daniel Cameron: Historic settlement brings hope in Commonwealth’s fight against opioid epidemic
After long and hard-fought negotiations, I was proud to announce a historic agreement with opioid companies for their role in…
Billy Reed: It’s time to update Kentuckys state song and send ‘My Old Kentucky Home’ to the dustbin
This proud traditionalist is ready for a change. I can no longer, in good conscience, defend “My Old Kentucky Home”…
Ed Massey: Collaboration is key to delivering effective educational programming to Ky’s students
Earlier this year I was asked to participate in the Kentucky Coalition for Advancing Education (KCAE). As an individual who…
Al Cross: Gov. Andy Beshear may be masking a reason for not going to Fancy Farm… masks
When Gov. Andy Beshear said he and Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman wouldn’t attend the Aug. 7 Fancy Farm Picnic because…
Bill Straub: Recent efforts to undermine president are especially despicable, even for Mitch McConnell
It’s no secret that Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell is full of it. What’s stunning is the incredible amount of…
Brian Matthews: Fair chance hiring is key to impactful criminal justice reform in Kentucky
Kentucky lawmakers have made major strides in criminal justice reform. Just last year, the House Judiciary Committee passed two bills…
Constance Alexander: 31st anniversary of Americans with Disabilities Act showcases everyday heroes
Four-year-old twins Max and Major Lindberg, along with their parents and big sister Malena, are a team of superheroes. Working…
Lynn James: We’ve made it halfway through 2021 — remembering what was, as we move on
We’ve made it halfway through the year – already – filled with fireworks, cookouts, and gatherings. And that’s not all…