Sen. Schickel awarded ’24 John Bauer Award at NKY Right to Life’s 51st Celebration for Life
Sen. John Schickel was presented with the 2024 John Bauer Award at the Northern Kentucky Right to Life’s (NKRTL) 51st…
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Opinion – John Schickel: Thanksgiving reflections — Gratitude, togetherness, community
As we gather with family and friends for Thanksgiving, it’s a time to reflect on the blessings we share and…
Opinion – John Schickel: Honoring Kentucky’s legacy of service as we celebrate our veterans
Veterans Day, originally recognized as “Armistice Day” on Nov. 11, 1919, marked the first anniversary of the end of World…
Opinion – John Schickel: Controversy over harvested goose says more about our society than immigrants
The recent controversy over Haitian immigrants allegedly killing a wild goose has stirred up both significant childhood memories and emotions…
John Schickel’s Pickle and Weiners Feast raises $35k for NKY Special Olympics
The weather could not have been worse. It rained all day but nobody’s spirits were dampened in the least. Over…
A Who’s Who of Kentucky legislature reported to NKY about how region benefitted from funding
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter In a show of unity and strength a Who’s Who of Kentucky legislators converged…
Opinion: Turfway Park has gained a national reputation as destination for Thoroughbred racing
By Sen. John Schickel and Joe Clabes Special to NKyTribune With the conclusion of this year’s Triple Crown races, it…
Sen. John Schickel is keynote speaker at statewide banquet for Knights of Columbus
State Sen. John Schickel, R-Union, delivered remarks to an audience of devoted Knights of Columbus members as the keynote speaker…
Opinion – John Schickel: Let us all join in celebrating the past, present and bright future of Boone County
I have a unique perspective as we celebrate Boone County’s 225th anniversary. As the county’s longest-serving official, I am especially…
Opinion – John Schickel: SB 14 secures a fair and just environment for Kentucky’s small businesses
As Senate Licensing and Occupations chair, my focus has always been supporting Kentucky’s small businesses. On Friday, the state Senate…
Sen. John Schickel presented Commonwealth’s Attorneys’ Association Tough on Crime Award
The Kentucky Commonwealth’s Attorneys’ Association recognized Sen. John Schickel, R-Union, with the Tough on Crime Award during the organization’s event…
Sen. Schickel recognizes ’24 Kentucky Teacher of the Year Kevin Dailey of Ballyshannon Middle School
2024 Kentucky Teacher of the Year Kevin Dailey, a Boone County resident and Ballyshannon Middle School U.S. history teacher, was…
After six months of study, Kentucky certificate of need task force says more study needed
By Sarah Ladd Kentucky Lantern Lawmakers wrapped up a six-month study of Kentucky’s certificate of need law this week by…
Schickel, Rawlings urge education committee to expand KEES funding to homeschool students
Sen. John Schickel, R-Union, was joined by Laura Edwards, a certified teacher and homeschooling mother of six, along with Rep….
John Schickel: Theft is a real crime, and lessened penalties have had tragic consequences
It has become fashionable for the soft-on-crime crowd to talk about theft as if it is not a serious crime….
John Schickel: Boone County serves as the tip of Kentucky’s economic develpment golden triangle
In economic development and business, we often talk about the golden triangle in Kentucky. This refers to the three economic…
Sen. Damon Thayer provides insight into NKY’s deep roots in horse industry; group explores possibilities
By Judy Clabes NKyTribune editor Senator Damon Thayer gave a comprehensive presentation recently on Northern Kentucky’s deep horseracing history to…
John Schickel: Publishing an obituary shouldn’t add further burden to families during difficult time
Boone County and Northern Kentucky is a caring and loving community where we all celebrate births and mourn deaths together….
Sen. Schickel to lead Jail/Corrections Reform Task force, is member of Certificate of Need Task force
Senate President Robert Stivers, R-Manchester, has named Senator John Schickel, R-Union, as Senate co-chair of the Jail and Corrections Reform…
Sen. John Schickel: A legislative update for week 6 of General Assembly; six more days before veto period
The end of the 2023 Legislative Session is getting closer, with only six more days before we enter the veto…
John Schickel: Kentucky Senate Page Programs is an exciting opportunity for high school students
There are many time-honored traditions in the Senate, but one of my favorites is the Senate Page Program. Through the…
John Schickel: My favorite time of the year — and a time for local activities and local shopping
Christmas time in Boone County is my favorite time of year. This is the perfect time to patronize our many…