Kentucky by Heart: ‘Old Photos’ Facebook pages offer nostalgic look back at people and places
A while back, I came across a cool Facebook group page called Old Photos of Northern Kentucky. I immediately got…
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Kentucky by Heart: Local writing ‘colorists’ concerned with region’s character in late 1800s
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Northern Kentuckian John Uri Lloyd is a sterling example of the “local color” fiction writers…
Kentucky by Heart: Former EKU sports information director Karl Park finds new outlet in horse racing
If you live anywhere in the Richmond area or have been a keen observer of college sports in Kentucky for…
Kentucky by Heart: Some thoughts and musings about Kentucky, the special place we call home
In the course of writing a weekly column called Kentucky by Heart, a book series about everyday heroes in Kentucky,…
Kentucky by Heart: What makes your college that ‘special’ school? Kentuckians share their thoughts
Note: Following is the first of a two-part article about individuals sharing comments about their “special college” in Kentucky. It…
Kentucky by Heart: Father Ralph Beiting’s impact extends far beyond the organization he founded
I do a lot of reading — and often write about — Kentuckians who’ve made a positive difference for our…
Kentucky by Heart: Inspired by movie, Jessica Collins aims to provide kids ‘A Place to Sleep’
“You’re never too young to make a difference,” said Jessica Collins, 19, a nursing student at Western Kentucky University. She…
Kentucky by Heart: Corbin Seavers teaches children the game of chess, and how to win at the game of life
Corbin Seavers learned by example some important principles from his father, who died when Corbin was only 17. He learned…
Kentucky by Heart: ‘Good Works’ of the Kentucky Colonels remains a tradition state can be proud of
By Steve Flairty Special to NKyTribune I sure got excited several years ago when a trip to my mailbox netted…
Kentucky By Heart: Travis and Christie Lynch provide hope to young people who have no one else
By Steve Flairty Special to NKyTribune Spouses Travis and Christie Lynch each grew up as an “only child” in…
Kentucky by Heart: Irma Gall, Peggy Kemner join to ‘lend a hand’ to the less fortunate in Knox County
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune Columnist Irma Gall, amazingly spry to be in her mid-eighties, was only too happy to show…
Kentucky by Heart: Mike Howard goes from ‘black sheep’ to beloved ‘Mountain Santa’
This story is taken from Steve Flairty’s 2013 book, Kentucky’s Everyday Heroes #3. It was originally published in by KyForward…
Kentucky by Heart: Seasoned journalist Michael Embry finds new voice through fiction in retirement
By Steve Flairty Special to NKyTribune For decades, journalist Michael Embry pretty much had what he wrote assigned to him;…
Kentucky by Heart: Thanksgiving brings back fond memories of friends, family and feasts of rich food
I’m in favor of the Thanksgiving season to be termed the most important holiday that Americans celebrate. The theme of…
Kentucky by Heart: Writing, faith in God help Rita Setness cope with unexpected loss of son
By Steve Flairty KyForward columnist Writing a book called Surviving Child Loss was, for Nicholasville resident Rita Setness, part of…
Kentucky by Heart: This and that — know an Everyday Hero?; have a Thanksgiving memory. . .
I just returned from a trip to Hazard, in Perry County, where I interviewed District Court Judge Leigh Anne Stephens,…
Kentucky by Heart: Harrison County’s friendly Cynthiana has always been a community of interest
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist I figure I’ve passed through the town of Cynthiana in Harrison County, a couple of…
Kentucky by Heart: Biographies of humorist Cobb, iconic Still among newly released Kentucky books
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Every several months, I look forward to driving to the Kentucky Monthly office in Frankfort…
Kentucky by Heart: Hatton has an incurable need to help people, all with a smile on his face
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Reading Dale Hatton’s posts on Facebook are sure to put a grin on your face….
Kentucky by Heart: Woodford Quilt Trail allows community to give tribute to their heritage
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist When Debbie Tichenor was growing up on a farm in Owen County, she spent a…
Kentucky by Heart: Local fall festivals provide colorful way to mark the change of seasons
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Autumn is right there with spring as my favorite season of the year. After the…
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…