Kentucky General Assembly reconvenes; week highlighted by State of Commonwealth address
The 2017 Kentucky General Assembly reconvened in Frankfort Tuesday for the remainder of a session that will conclude after 30…
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Ethics Reporter: Lobbyist spending for General Assembly reached all-time high of $20.8 million
Lobbying spending in Kentucky hit an all-time high in 2016, as $20.8 million was paid by businesses, organizations, and lobbyists…
Bishop Foys hosts regional Catholics @ The Capitol forum to hear from state public officials on policy
Bishop Roger Foys is hosting the regional Catholics @ The Capitol forum on Feb. 4 from 9:30 a.m. to noon…
Commentary: Cutting wages would not help Kentucky create a more prosperous economy
By Jason Bailey Special to NKyTribune Legislative leaders say the 2017 Kentucky General Assembly will focus on jobs and the…
Osborne sworn in as KY House Speaker Pro-Tem; other Republicans assume majority leadership roles
The 2017 Regular Session of the Kentucky General Assembly convened today, January 3, for a short session that will end…
Brigitte Blom Ramsey: As legislators convene, a reminder of the need for a bold new agenda
As Kentucky’s legislators convene for the 2017 General Assembly, they have clearly communicated their plans to focus on job creation…
Church leaders to gather at Frankfort Capitol for Prayer in Action Days each Tuesday during session
The Kentucky Council of Churches is hosting Prayer in Action Days at the State Capitol each Tuesday during next year’s…
Ethics Reporter: Total of 688 businesses and organizations registered to lobby 2017 Legislature
There are 688 businesses and organizations registered to lobby the 2017 General Assembly, according to the Legislative Ethics Commission. Those…
Mike Denham: Thanks for all your support as legislative career ends — ‘not one time was I denied’
To the People of Bracken, Fleming, Mason and Robertson Counties: Thank you so much for the honor and privilege to…
Mike Denham: Counting our blessing on the approach of Christmas 2016
During the holidays, most of us probably don’t give much thought to the origin of the traditions common during this…
Chief Justice Minton announces judicial redistricting plan for Kentucky’s Circuit, District courts
Chief Justice of Kentucky John D. Minton Jr. has introduced the first Judicial Redistricting Plan Kentucky has seen in decades….
Mike Denham: Kids Count report shows state has made substantial progress in several key categories
For more than a quarter-century now, Kentucky Youth Advocates has taken an in-depth look at the well-being of the commonwealth’s…
Our Rich History: Jessica Firth, first Kenton County woman to run for state office, was change agent
By Paul A. Tenkotte Special to the NKyTribune Jessica (Jessie) Firth was a change agent for many causes, especially for…
Mike Denham: Remembering volunteers, first responders during the Thanksgiving season
This week, our families and friends will sit down at the dinner table to celebrate Thanksgiving, the oldest of the…
Mike Denham: Situation in Flint reminds us not to take clean and plentiful water for granted
Other than during a rare boil-water advisory, most of us don’t think twice when we turn on the faucet. We…
Mike Denham: As Veterans Day approaches, remember contributions of all those who serve
For nearly a century now, our nation has paused on Nov. 11th to pay tribute to our veterans. From the…
Mike Denham: Work to better protect children under way with first meeting of new Child Abuse Task Force
The start of the 2017 legislative session is still a couple of months away, but the groundwork for what hopefully…
Mike Denham: Kentucky’s abundant forest lands generating $14.6 billion for state’s economy
Over the last 50 years, usually around the time fall colors are in full bloom, state and federal officials have…
Rep. Mike Denham: Tireless dedication of our local law enforcement results in safer Kentucky for all
One of the best things about Kentucky is that it remains one of the safest places in which to live….
Rep. Mike Denham: Report cards are out and our schools are heading in the right direction
Not long after the start of each school year, Kentucky begins getting report cards on the overall progress our students…
Old Time Kentucky: Mighty flap over Frankfort fluttered when butterfly named official state insect
By Berry Craig NKyTribune columnist It probably wasn’t the state Senate’s finest hour. Debate was buzzing, but not over the…
Mike Denham: Outdoor activities have become major driver of state’s economy with $6 billion impact
For hundreds of thousands of Kentuckians and out-of-state visitors, there is no place quite like the commonwealth when it comes…