Constance Alexander: Corrosion takes many forms when it comes to diversity, equality, inclusion
Corrosion takes many forms in the work of Dr. Rudy G. Buchheit, Dean of the College of Engineering at the…
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Joe Heller: Cartoons in living color
Welcome to the NKyTribune’s newest feature: the cartoons of Joe Heller, a regular collection of his cartoons on any and…
Kyle Keeney: Here’s why Medicare price-setting isn’t the solution to fixing our healthcare problems
Earlier this month, the Northern Kentucky Tribune’s Bill Straub wrote a column supporting his belief that more government intervention in…
Bill Straub: Poor, poor Rand Paul whose feelings are hurt by cold, hard facts which speak for themselves
Poor, poor pitiful me Poor, poor pitiful me Oh, these boys won’t let me be Lord, have mercy on me…
Al Cross: McConnell must give senators go-ahead to disavow election laws built on Donald Trump’s lies
This column has never dealt at length with Donald Trump because it’s about Kentucky politics. But now, Kentuckians and our…
Joe Heller: Cartoon voices in full color
Welcome to the NKyTribune’s newest feature: the cartoons of Joe Heller, a regular weekly collection of his cartoons on any…
Constance Alexander: More than pink ribbons in Breast Cancer Awareness — disease is too prevalent
Mother, sister, aunt, cousin, best friend, across-the-street neighbor, random branches of the family tree. The disease is so prevalent, most…
Brigitte Blom: Assessment results show that learning recovery from COVID is everybody’s business
Last week the Kentucky Department of Education released the results of the 2021 student assessments. As expected, COVID has taken…
Rand Paul: Responding to Bill Straub’s column, explaining ‘fundraising’ — and watching your money
Once again, the NKyTribune has given precious print space to partisan columnist Bill Straub who wants to twist things all…
Bill Straub: Sen. Paul living high on donations to his leadership PAC, money meant to assist others
It’s certainly comforting to learn that our boy, Rand Paul, the Earnest T. Bass of the United States Senate, is…
Gov. Andy Beshear: Ford Motor Co., SK Innovation and Kentucky are leading auto industry of the future
During my inaugural address, held on the Capitol steps in Frankfort less than two years ago, I said advanced manufacturing…
Heather Forman: As a mom of six, I know how important it is for everyone to feel included
It’s human nature to want to feel included. As we’re still near the beginning of the school year, it’s even…
Constance Alexander: National Newspaper Week celebrates journalism and its vital role in democracy
Besides the one about blizzards with snow drifts so high he had to climb out a second-floor window to make…
Terry Brooks: Kids don’t need ‘flaws’ and ‘scandals’ – they deserve a justice system that works for them
First, on behalf of Kentucky’s kids, thanks to John Cheves and the Herald Leader for the deep, thoughtful series looking…
Commentary: Putting an end to child abuse begins with giving new parents the support they need
By Dr. Christina Howard, Keith Inman, and Ken Reiss Special to NKyTribune When we reflect on the impacts of the…
Gena Cooper: Save time, and money, by knowing if you should visit urgent care or the emergency room
It’s scary enough being sick or hurt enough to need medical attention — and the uncertainty of where to go…
Bill Straub: Prescription drug prices are soaring into the ozone and Big Pharma is lining its pockets
Back in 2003, with drug prices soaring, placing some pharmaceuticals out of the reach of many retirees, Congress finally got…
Corey Shapiro: Unmasking is a real risk when schools fail to implement masking policies
The Kentucky General Assembly recently passed a law that cancels emergency regulation 702 KAR 1:195E, which required all individuals, including…
Jim Vogt: Over 100 Kentucky faith leaders support carbon pricing to curb climate change
As the proposed reconciliation package is debated by Democrats in Congress, those of us concerned about climate change hope that…
Constance Alexander: Unique coffin sculpture exhibit pieces together the Davis family puzzle
Stories of tragedy were hushed up in the Davis family. Roy B. Davis, Jr. heard them in whispered fragments from…
Billy Reed: Lifting a cup in memory and salute to people along life’s path, like Rick Bailey, David Hawpe
I was sitting at home the other night, trying to figure out how to use a new iPhone I had…
Olivia Weeks: Alan Maimon talks about ‘Twilight in Hazard’ and his continuing interest in the region
Alan Maimon spent five years writing about Eastern Kentucky for the Louisville Courier-Journal’s now defunct Hazard Bureau. In 2000, he…