Kentucky by Heart: When it comes to having pun in Kentucky, there’s a lot of low-hanging fruit
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Note: This column originally appeared in NKyTribune on April 5, 2016 I have always enjoyed…
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Kentucky by Heart: For Kentuckians, memories of state tournament are all part of our social fabric
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist One of the first times I heard the phrase “Greatest Show on Earth” was at…
Kentucky by Heart: Spunky youth overcomes physical limits through positive approach to life
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist When ten-year-old Maddie Blankenship talks about being a leader, as she did recently as a…
Kentucky by Heart: Diverse sampling of stories best illustrate, explain life in the Blue Grass state
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist In last week’s Kentucky by Heart, I shared a virtual tour of Kentucky via the…
Kentucky by Heart: Writing room provides many opportunities for virtual trips, enriching experiences
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist My sweet spot for leisurely travel destinations is almost always centered within the state of…
Kentucky by Heart: For many kids across the state, Summer Food Service Program is literally a lifesaver
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Valerie Knight is a big supporter of a government program that she believes is well…
Kentucky by Heart: Refugee couple from war-torn Bosnia adds to richness of life in Bardstown
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Ed. Note: This story is reprinted from the 2008 first volume of Steve Flairty’s Kentucky’s…
Kentucky by Heart: Hofferts’ historic home renovations lead to some remarkable discoveries
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist When John Hoffert and his wife, Kim, left Roanoke, Virginia, and located back to their…
Kentucky by Heart: Schuhmanns one example of retired folks giving back to their communities
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist I was thrilled to see that two friends from Campbellsville, Fred and Betty Sue Schuhmann,…
Kentucky by Heart: Pioneering medical contributions of McDowell known well beyond Boyle County
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Just about anybody who has spent much time around Danville, or is a Kentucky history…
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 by Heart: ‘Talk Bourbon to Me’ takes something old and gives it a fresh spin
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Lexington author Beth Underwood has shown that she’s capable of turning up her writing intensity…
Kentucky by Heart: Mike Howard goes from ‘black sheep’ to beloved ‘Mountain Santa’
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist This story is taken from Steve Flairty’s 2013 book, Kentucky’s Everyday Heroes #3. Mike Howard…
Kentucky by Heart: Lots of good causes out there — how to decide which charities to support?
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist I don’t know about you, but I’ve received a barrage of financial donation requests from…
Kentucky by Heart: Asbury University’s equine center reaches horse enthusiasts throughout the nation
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Perhaps at the outset, even the strong personal religious faith and vision of Harold Rainwater…
Kentucky by Heart: Don’t hold back; take time to say what needs to be said to your loved ones
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist That gentle nudge to do what seems right can be aggravating at times. For one…
Kentucky by Heart: A bucket list that’s already been fulfilled, sharing a deep sense of gratitude
This article appeared in KyForward previously on November 24, 2015. By Steve Flairty NKyTribune Columnist Bucket lists get a lot…
Kentucky by Heart: State organ donation program brings sense of hope to times of tragedy
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Back in 1992, Arthur “Whitey” Walson of Winchester lost a cousin who was waiting for…
Kentucky by Heart: Delightful seasonal book by Christensen paints vivid picture of Bluegrass state
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Evelyn Christensen is painting the Bluegrass State red for children with her delightful seasonal book…
Kentucky by Heart: When communing with nature, sometimes a freight train really is just a freight train
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Several years back, Bill Bryson authored a book called A Walk in the Woods. In…
Kentucky by Heart: Breast cancer is ‘common denominator’ in group’s shared journey
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist It was 1999 in Lexington, and five women who attended the Southern Acres Christian Church…
Kentucky by Heart: Corns, ‘poor boy from Lewis County,’ made historic impact on education system
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Judge Ray Corns, of the Franklin County Circuit Court, handed down one of the most…