Kentucky by Heart: Celebrating some of the state’s most interesting individuals, according to Kyians
Editor’s note: This is the first of a two-part series about some of the most “interesting” and noted Kentuckians throughout…
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Notre Dame advances to state semifinals by sweeping past McCracken County, 25-15, 25-15, 25-18
NKyTribune staff Anna Long recorded 12 kills and 12 digs as Notre Dame Academy swept past McCracken County by scores…
Don Owen: Tough and disciplined, Campbell County extinguishes Pikeville win streak with stingy defense
ALEXANDRIA — A maroon-colored tornado touched down locally on Friday night, a system that originated in the eastern part of…
Billy Reed: Finally, at long last, Jefferson Davis’ statue out of Rotunda. Bring on Muhammad Ali
So the statue of Jefferson Davis, president of the Confederacy, finally is being removed from the rotunda of the Kentucky…
Billy Reed: I first met Mitch when we were the hapless Giants of the Pony League; what happened to him?
My relationship with Mitch McConnell began, oddly enough, on the baseball field at the Naval Ordnance Plant in South Louisville….
Kentucky by Heart: One man’s top 10 bucket list of books not to be missed — what are your favorites?
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist My love of reading Kentucky-related books, particularly non-fiction, started as a child. Inspired by my…
Missing historical puzzle pieces and more information on abolitionist William Shreve Bailey
Part 17 of our series, “Resilience and Renaissance: Newport, Kentucky, 1795-2020” By Paul A. Tenkotte Special to NKyTribune This is…
Our Rich History: Abolitionism and the Ohio River Valley, intersection points between free, slave states
By Paul Tenkotte Special to NKyTribune Part 15 of our series, “Resilience and Renaissance: Newport, Kentucky, 1795-2020” It’s difficult for…
Kentucky by Heart: Mercer County native Matthew Jouett was prolific artist renowned for portraiture
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune Columnist In the realm of visual arts, Kentucky has a celebrated history of noted painters. Names…
Kentucky by Heart: Kentucky Senator Richard Mentor Johnson led an interesting and controversial life
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune Columnist I have been reading The US Senate and the Commonwealth (University Press of Kentucky, 2019),…
Bill Straub: Kentucky’s famous statesman Henry Clay preferred being right, Bevin just wants to be governor
It was one of Kentucky’s most celebrated statesmen, Henry Clay, who, way back in 1839, uttered the memorable phrase, “I’d…
Stuart Sanders: Legislature reflects on history, changes, during session in Old State Capitol
The Kentucky General Assembly recently held a session in the Old State Capitol in Frankfort. It was a special occurrence…
Al Cross: At 77, McConnell faces big decision about his legacy — a Trump enabler or a Senate leader?
Mitch McConnell turned 77 Wednesday. He’s at the point in life where you reflect, sometimes at length, on how you…
Intrepid Urban Farmer: Cat lover-gardener is a tough love mix; but (for now) Henry Clay can’t do zippers
By Ginger Dawson Special to NKyTribune I have always been a cat lover. From the first time that someone dumped off…
Kentucky by Heart: No shortage of inspirational quotes attributed to well-known Kentuckians
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist My dad used to say to me when I was growing up: “When in doubt,…
Kentucky Book Fair: History and politics book selections offer rich options at Saturday event
History and politics are always popular genres at the Kentucky Book Fair, and this year’s selection of books will give…
Ryle High School Tournament of Bands bringing 12 competitors to Union on September 22
Thirteen marching bands from across the region will be coming to Union on September 22 to compete in the annual…
Our Rich History: Covington/Northern Kentucky Townhouses match for homes in Charleston, S.C.
By Margaret McDonough Special to NKyTribune The mysterious origin of the Covington/Northern Kentucky Townhouse is hiding in plain sight in…
Kentucky by Heart: From Lincoln to Ali to Henry Clay, everyone has their favorite colorful Kentuckian
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Who is your favorite Kentuckian from the annals of history books? Consider a person you…
Kentucky by Heart: Books demonstrate history is best explained by good stories told well
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist It’s been said that the learning of history is most effectively done when taught in…
Kentucky by Heart: From Lincoln to Ali to Henry Clay, everyone has their favorite colorful Kentuckian
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Who is your favorite Kentuckian from the annals of history books? Consider a person you…
Sen McConnell: Many things to celebrate as Commonwealth of Kentucky turns 225 years old
On June 1, the Commonwealth of Kentucky will celebrate the 225th anniversary of its admittance as a state into the…
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