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…
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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…
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: 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…
Sen. John Schickel: The pro-life movement stands on the shoulders of those who kept up the fight
My sister Mary called from Atlanta Friday, crying tears of joy. She said that the landmark Roe v. Wade case…
Sen. John Schickel: Senate Bill 1 is a win for Kentucky students and parents
After eight years of effort, with Senate Bill 1 becoming law, the voice in our schools’ operations has been given…
Sen. Schickel, Commissioner Rich Storm join Moonlite Hunting/Fishing Club at public event today
Senator John Schickel (R- Union) will join Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources (KDFWR) Commissioner Rich Storm and Lieutenant…
Sen. John Schickel: A legislative update to keep you informed about what’s happening in the legislature
I was honored to sponsor the second piece of legislation passed out of the Kentucky State Senate this year. Senate…
State Sen. Minority Leader Morgan McGarvey to speak at Florence Rotary at noon on Monday
State Senate Minority Leader, Morgan McGarvey (D-Louisville), will address the Rotary Club of Florence Kentucky on Monday, November 18, in…
John Schickel: What do you think of increasing the gas tax and other matters? Remember to vote!
Fall is officially upon us, which means the end of the interim is quickly approaching. It is hard to believe…
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…
Bipartisan panel to hear testimony opposing legalizing marijuana as it considers state drug policy
A former drug policy adviser to presidents Bill Clinton, George W. Bush and Barack Obama will speak in opposition to…
Sen. Schickel offering his sixth ‘adult field trip’ to Frankfort June 22, space limited to 45
Sen. John Schickel is again offering an “adult field trip” to Frankfort. “Our adult field trips to Frankfort have become…
Sen. John Schickel: Remembering true meaning of Memorial Day; celebrate with respect, gratitude
Across Boone County, we await the arrival of Memorial Day weekend. As family and friends gather, it is imperative to…
John Schickel: Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate the role of mothers and make it a special day for them
No other column has received such a positive response in recent times than the column in which I mentioned my…
Sen. John Schickel: ‘I miss Mom,’ which makes me realize how children may need adoption, foster care
Mom died ten years ago on April 12. She was coming home from choir practice the Saturday before Easter, walked…
John Schickel: Late nights, packed meetings, heated debate — as Senate passes its bills
Late nights, packed committee meetings, and heated debate marked the fifth week of the 2017 Session. The Senate is quickly…
Sen. John Schickel: Why I support changing ‘an unaccountable system’ on library board taxing
Perhaps no other entity represents the government’s lack of accountability to the taxpayers as library districts do in Kentucky. Unelected…
John Schickel: Celebrating Christmas with the GOP, honoring Dick Roeding and proud of legislative leadership
Recently we had our Boone County GOP Christmas party. It was a great success thanks to a lot of hard…
Sen. Schickel: An update as deadline passes for introduction of new bills in the State Senate
The Kentucky General Assembly crossed another mile marker last week by reaching the deadline for the introduction of new bills…
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