Billy Reed: He was a giant of Ky. journalism, but there was a lot more behind David Hawpe’s public persona
When I first got to know David Hawpe, I thought he was just a little crazy. I say that lovingly,…
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Mac Brown: Political gamesmanship with spending could jeopardize recovery from COVID-19
While Gov. Andy Beshear writes in his editorials that he is effectively reaching across the aisle, truth is, a lot…
Commentary: Cameron’s decision regarding public officials’ private devices sets dangerous precedent
By Amye Bensenhaver and Scott Horn Special to NKyTribune Daniel Cameron has given the green light for public officials to…
Bill Straub: Dr. Anthony Fauci isn’t perfect, but Rand Paul and company’s accusatory antics cross the line
I’m tired of morons. Now, by moron, I don’t mean the Curley of the Three Stooges sort who at least…
Rick Christman: State legal system salted with shady characters with too much power over daily lives
Just after being elbowed from our attention by pandemic tunnel vision, the juiciest judicial scandal was on the boil. You…
Constance Alexander: Recalling memories of Girls Scouts, girl power and summers at Camp Sacajawea
Sacajawea was a Girl Scout camp in northwest New Jersey. It was cheap, democratic, no frills. We slept in tents,…
Jason Bailey: Expanded Child Tax Credit is landmark victory against child poverty, let’s not let it vanish
This week Kentucky families began benefitting from the most extraordinary policy change to address child poverty in many decades —…
Gov. Andy Beshear: Largest budget surplus in history adds to Kentucky’s already-booming economy
For months now, Kentucky’s economy has been heating up and we have seen a slew of positive economic development and…
Meghan Marsac: Is your child afraid of the doctor? Some tips to help children with medical trauma
There is an issue in health care that is not being discussed: medical trauma. Parents of children with medical trauma…
Al Cross: Rand Paul trends more eccentric, leaving room in the middle
By his own account, U.S. Sen. Rand Paul, M.D., is discouraging Kentuckians from getting vaccinated against the coronavirus. He wrote…
Bill Straub: McConnell urges vaccinations against COVID, is ‘perplexed’ they are falling below expectations
Mitch McConnell admits to being “perplexed.” Let’s see if we can straighten things out for him. The Senate Republican leader…
Gov. Andy Beshear: Bipartisan jobs plan supports our people, our economy and our future
Opportunity, jobs, the economy and infrastructure are not partisan. They are the pathway to a better future for all Kentuckians…
Constance Alexander: Dialogue regarding systemic racism begins with admitting there’s a problem
Oh, my. The guys in Frankfort have already initialized a concept without really knowing what it means, so we are…
Dr. Dan Han: Lingering questions remain about the recovery of smell, taste and flavor after COVID
2020 was a doozy of a year, to say the least! As 2021 continues to transition us out of the…
Billy Reed: It’s a perfect Affirmed birthday as I celebrate by 78th — and count my plentiful blessings
In an event the world will little note nor long remember, my birthday is tomorrow, July 12. The late Jim…
John Schickel: It’s important for Kentuckians to understand the roles of state senator vs. U.S. senator
It may surprise you to know how often people mistake me for a member of our federal delegation. While I…
Commentary: Friendly reminder that it’s time to see your dentist; back-to-normal means back-to-dentist
By Dr. Stephanie Poynter and Linda Poynter, PHRDH, BHS Kentucky Oral Health Coalition Like many Kentuckians, we are eager for…
Bill Straub: Hard to imagine a wackier contest with two candidates vying for who’s the biggest gun nut
Where else other than Kentucky can you witness a challenger in a congressional race toiling to out-crazy an incumbent who…
Col Owens: It’s time to ditch Sen. Mitch McConnell’s plantation economy and move the country forward
Sen. Mitch McConnell berates the Biden Administration for providing enhanced unemployment compensation benefits in the American Rescue Plan to those…
Constance Alexander: Ellen Birkett Morris’ ‘Lost Girls’ is a great addition to your summer reading list
Barefoot in a red polka dot dress, her back to onlookers, a wasp-waisted young woman teeters on the single rail…
Joe Cotton: Suffering from psoriasis most of my life, I found relief — sharing it with you
Here is how I cured by psoriasis. I went to several dermatologists throughout my life to get treated for my…
Billy Reed: The Fourth of July is really not about fireworks, hot dogs and beer; patriotism matters
I’ve always felt the Fourth of July is the most hedonistic of our national holidays. Maybe that’s because the Fourth…