Opinion – Bill Straub: As we enter the Age of Grievance, we are left with but a sliver of hope
Oh, but it’s alright, it’s alright For we lived so well so long Still, when I think of the road…
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Opinion – Jane Kennedy Kleier: Empowering young women through a legacy of excellence
As an alumna of Notre Dame Academy (NDA) and now serving as its Interim President/CCO, I have a deep appreciation…
Opinion – Judy Harris: Democracy renewed — voting is a right, a privilege and a responsibility
“Democracy has to be born anew every generation, and education is its midwife.” –John Dewey The What and How of…
Opinion – Col Owens: Voting is an extraordinary privilege, please do it; I suggest one specific vote
I want to address two things today – voting, and Kamala Harris. First, voting. To vote is an exercise of…
Opinion — Casey Jaynes: Carroll County Schools at risk with Amendment 2
As a lifelong advocate for public education and a dedicated educator, I’ve seen firsthand the impact that quality schooling can…
Opinion – John Schickel: Controversy over harvested goose says more about our society than immigrants
The recent controversy over Haitian immigrants allegedly killing a wild goose has stirred up both significant childhood memories and emotions…
Joe Heller: Cartoonist views of news — Voting medal, fall heat, torn about election, WaPo endorse?
Joe Heller was the editorial cartoonist for the Green Bay Press-Gazette in Green Bay, Wis., from 1985 until being laid…
Opinion – William Woods: Peggy Houston Nienaber deserves to win the House District 66 election
The November 5th Ballot for House District 66 will provide voters an opportunity to reject extremism, immaturity and the record…
Opinion – Student Voice Team: On Amendment 2 — keep public school funding for public schools
This Election Day, Kentucky voters will decide on Amendment 2. If passed, the measure would change the state constitution and…
Opinion – James Toebbe: Candidate for Covington commissioner asks for your vote
I’m James Toebbe, a lifelong Covington resident who grew up attending Latonia Elementary and Holmes High School. After high school,…
Opinion – Bill Straub: McConnell and Trump, odd cohorts indeed; will the real fascist please stand up?
Throughout his 17-year tenure leading the Senate Republican caucus, Mitch McConnell cultivated the image of a dour, serious, power-player who…
Opinion – Jacqueline Coleman: Women deserve the right to make their own healthcare decisions
Just about every woman who has experienced a pregnancy has faced at least one moment of uncertainty. I remember mine…
Opinion – Gex Williams: Amendment 2 will allow Kentucky schools to catch up with rest of nation
As a member of the General Assembly who supports more education choice for parents, I am responding to my friend…
Opinion – Candace McGraw: Blink’s success shows our region can thrive when we work together
Between October 17 and 20, our region was again dazzled by light, art, and a real energy that remains unparalleled….
Opinion – Judy Harris: Learning of connections in Poland and of popularity of ‘Cat’s basketball
“Learn how to see. Realize that everything connects to everything else.” — Leonardo da Vinci In the early 2000’s I…
Opinion – Tom Haggard: Asking for your support for re-election to the Covington Board of Education
(Editor’s note: Any candidate for public office may have one commentary of 650 words or less telling voters why they…
Joe Heller: A cartoonist’s view — Halloween handouts, McDonalds, finish line, democracy
Joe Heller was the editorial cartoonist for the Green Bay Press-Gazette in Green Bay, Wis., from 1985 until being laid…
Opinion – William Woods: Jonathan Trimble says Florence deserves leadership, not career politicians
Part of a series on Florence City Council candidates Jonathon Trimble describes himself as a differently abled citizen of Florence….
Opinion – Jamie Ruehl: Edgewood council candidate dedicated to service, improvement
My name is W. Jamie Ruehl and I’m running for Edgewood City Council. In the winter of 2023, a current…
Opinion – Bill Straub: It will soon be decided — Will American exceptionalism survive?
In Barry Levinson’s classic comedy Diner, a pair of working-class Baltimore boys find themselves cruising the back roads of Maryland…
Opinion – Joseph Meyer: Mayor-council form of government is better choice for Covington
Over my eight years as mayor, I’ve been privileged to work with great commissioners and great staff to advance the…
Opinion – Tom Shelton: Kentucky constitution is strong on public education — vote no on Amendment 2
After spending 20 years in school district administration in two of Kentucky’s largest school districts, Fayette and Daviess Counties, I…