John Schickel: Federal family leave, tucked away in National Defense Authorization Act, is misguided
As a state senator, I try to stay in my lane by not commenting on federal issues in Washington by…
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Reminder: Northern Kentucky 2020 Legislative Forum Saturday at Gateway CTC Boone Campus
The public is invited to join Northern Kentucky House and Senate members on Saturday, January 4, from 9 a.m. to…
John Schickel: Chamber trip to Greece fueled my thirst to learn more about democracy, art, philosophy
I have recently returned from a trip from Greece which was sponsored by the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce. Greece…
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…
Sports of all Sorts hosted special ‘Harvest Tea’ event for seniors committed to ‘living a healthy lifestyle’
By Maridith Yahl NKyTribune reporter Inspiration comes from many places and all shapes and sizes. At Sports of All Sorts…
TMU, Second Wind Dreams, Colonial Gardens fulfill a lifelong ‘alumna’ dream for Sarah Kahmann, 91
By Rebecca Stratton Thomas More University Second Wind Dreams and Colonial Gardens joined Thomas More University to fulfill 91-year old…
Sen. John Schickel: Shaping Commonwealth’s future; look at some of Senate bills considered last week
Squeaky floors. No vote-counting tote boards. And nearly two-century-old decor. That’s what greeted Senators when they convened for the…
Sen. Schickel: Cash Bail is a bedrock of free society; it ‘keeps government manipulation out of process’
It’s sad to see our state and the nation drifting toward socialism. Perhaps the most obvious sign was the popularity…
John Schaaf: Legislative Ethics law — related to lobbyists — being defended in federal court
The Kentucky Legislative Ethics Commission met in Frankfort this week to review several issues, including the Commission’s recent trip to…
Sen. John Schickel: Marsy’s Law does not belong in the KY Constitution; for change turn to legislation
On Election Day, Tuesday, November 6th, citizens will vote on whether to amend our Kentucky State Constitution. The proposed amendment…
Change of seasons has Sen. Schickel looking back at signature events, ahead to legislative session
It’s hard to believe that fall has arrived once again. Some of my favorite late-summer and early-fall activities have already…
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…
Honoring Sgt. Charles Fleek, Medal of Honor recipient, by renaming a section of KY 20 on Aug. 17
Forty-nine years, two months and 20 days after Congressional Medal of Honor recipient Sgt. Charles ‘Chalkie’ Fleek was killed in…
John Schickel: Historic times in Boone County, CVG growth, infrastructure upgrades, farewell to RFG
By any measure, these are historic times for infrastructure expansion in Boone County. As Boone County Judge Executive Gary Moore…
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…
Sen. John Schickel: The good news from legislative session can be found in state road projects
Some of the good news to come from this past session has to do with state road funding projects in…
Sen. John Schickel: Remembering life and service of Dick Roeding, a great mentor, great family man
I have been blessed to have some great mentors during my public service career. I lost one of them recently…
John Schickel: Gov. Bevin signing of Senate Bill 42 at St. Elizabeth a big day for the Commonwealth
August 23 was a big day for Boone County, the Commonwealth of Kentucky, and all the hospital patients and health…
Fyda Freightlner Western Star of NKY celebrates opening of full-service truck dealership in Walton
Fyda Freightliner Western Star of Northern Kentucky has celebrated the opening of their newest full-service Freightliner and Western Star truck…