OP-Ed – John Schickel: Enjoy Boone County’s natural beauty this fall at newly-opened Decker WMA
Boone County is home to many great people and attractions. Recently, I joined Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Commissioner…
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John Schickel: Join us in honoring Irene and Charlie Patrick during Sept. 13 Boone County Senior Picnic
The annual Boone County Senior Picnic will be held Wednesday, September 13, at the Boone County Fairgrounds, and a very…
John Schickel: Robby Mills is a solid choice and will make an excellent lieutenant governor for Kentucky
I love good political theater, and neither candidate for governor disappointed me at Fancy Farm this year. It was great….
Kentucky Transportation Cabinet agrees to speed reduction for U.S. 42 in downtown Union
Following requests from Union Mayor Larry Solomon, state Senator John Schickel, R-Union, and local residents, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet has…
John Schickel: Successful Derby shows Kentucky’s beloved horse industry has come charging back
Despite the difficulties brought on by COVID-19 over these past 14 months, I was happy to join my fellow Kentuckians…
Post Glover Resistors to create 15 jobs in Northern Kentucky, will supply NYC subway system
Post Glover Resistors Inc., a producer of power resistors, will expand its product offerings with a nearly $4.63 million investment…
John Schickel: Changes to judicial canons were necessary so people know who they are voting for
In Kentucky, state court judges are elected, but usually fly under the radar in elections. This is unfortunate, because the…
John Schickel: KY HEALTH, part of state’s Medicaid program, means able-bodied recipients contribute
Benjamin Franklin is said to have said “when people find they can vote themselves money, that will herald the end…
John Schickel: First week in the Senate was a busy one, despite losing one day to extreme weather
The threat of extreme winter weather conditions caused us to call off session in Frankfort on Friday, but not before…
John Schickel: Update on whirlwind year; historic legislation, difficult decisions still to be made
The season of frigid nights, warm gatherings, and good cheer is upon us as we prepare for 2018. This year…
John Schickel: Pensions will be dealt with in the regular session with other issues starting January 2
It looks like there is not going to be a special session for pensions as the House of Representatives does…
John Schickel: Always great events to attend, but there are two recent ones that had a deep impact
One of the things I enjoy about my job as your state senator is all the special events I get…
John Schickel: ‘Productive, historic session’ produced positive change for Kentucky
Second of two parts It was an honor to serve Boone County in Frankfort this session. Called the “most productive…
John Schickel: Much to be thankful for as ‘Bluegrass State’ approaches 225th anniversary celebration
Kentucky is known as the “Bluegrass State,” a nickname based on the bluegrass found in many of its pastures due…
Gov. Bevin makes appointments to boards, commissions, include two from Northern Kentucky
Gov. Matt Bevin has made the following appointments to Kentucky boards and commissions: Kentucky Humanities Council Ashley Bruggeman, Thomas H….