Kentucky by Heart: Former marching band members hold fond memories of music, friends and experiences
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist I’ve never participated but have always admired marching bands. There’s the soaring sounds of patriotism,…
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Kentucky by Heart: 25 interesting ‘nuggets’ about Kentucky to liven up that next road trip — or dinner date
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Are you looking to show off your knowledge of Kentucky to a friend or possibly…
Kentucky by Heart: NKY native Eula Bingham Mattheis was champion of workers’ rights, safety as OSHA head
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Northern Kentuckian Eula Bingham Mattheis left an indelible mark on the field of workers’ rights…
Kentucky by Heart: Coach A.W. Hamilton aims to inspire kids to set goals, ‘Dream Big’ with new book
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist A.W. Hamilton stepped to the mic on the Baptist Health Arena floor. It was noon…
Kentucky by Heart: Kentucky native Frances Figart captures history, culture of Appalachia in new book
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Don’t misunderstand. There’s a whole lot of “Kentucky” in Frances Figart’s new book, Word from…
Kentucky by Heart: Commonwealth owes due praise to the KY authors of these recently-reviewed books
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist I like sharing in this column some of the books I review for Kentucky Monthly…
Kentucky by Heart: Visit to Alice Lloyd College proves an uplifting, memorable experience
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist You can file this under #stevesurethoughtitwasawesome. Last Tuesday, Suzanne and I took a three-hour trip…
Kentucky by Heart: The country could use today the kind of unity we witnessed on September 11, 2001
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist It was on a routine morning on September 11, 2001, and the principal’s assistant quietly…
Kentucky by Heart: Ken Reis pens history of his Grant’s Lick community, a six-year labor of love
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Ken Reis and his wife moved in 1974 to the community of Grant’s Lick, located…
Kentucky by Heart: Recalling fond memories and making new ones at the 2026 Kentucky State Fair
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist The 2026 Kentucky State Fair, designed to bring our state’s citizens together to celebrate our…
Kentucky by Heart: Pushing aside stage fright to celebrate impactful Eastern Kentucky ‘heroes’
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist I’m both excited and a little nervous about speaking on September 8 at the opening…
Kentucky by Heart: Henry Clay descendent ‘Madge’ Breckinridge was illustrious person in her own right
Author’s note: Following is the final of a four-part series, “My Favorite Kentucky Characters,” based on some largely unpublished writings…
Kentucky by Heart: Dr. James Klotter’s discusses the life of lawyer and politician William Breckinridge
Author’s note: The third of a four-part series based on some largely unpublished writings of Kentucky’s state historian since 1980,…
Kentucky by Heart: Dr. James Klotter discusses the life and work of ‘The Great Compromiser’ — Henry Clay
Author’s note: Following is the second of a four-part series called “My Favorite Kentucky Characters,” based on some largely unpublished…
Kentucky by Heart: Dr. James Klotter Shares insight on one of his favorite KY historical figure — Daniel Boone
Author’s note: Following is the first of a four-part series called “My Favorite Kentucky Characters,” based on some largely unpublished…
Kentucky by Heart: Campbell Co. Backroads Farm Tour offers unique opportunity to enjoy county’s resources
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist If you and yours are looking for an engaging summer day in the Northern Kentucky…
Kentucky by Heart: Jane Stephenson leaves legacy of charity through New Opportunity School for Women
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Jane Stephenson chose 1 Corinthians 13:13 as the focus of her funeral, a verse which…
Kentucky by Heart: Kentucky’s Bracken County has produced several stars, beginning in town of Berlin
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Sometimes getting off the path and following a rabbit trail can lead to an interesting…
Kentucky by Heart: Successful ‘Wilmore Salute to Service’ provides blueprint for other communities
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist They honored America’s military veterans and first responders, and they commemorated four important milestones. With…
Kentucky by Heart: Thoughts on KY-related subjects — wildflowers, small towns, history and more…
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist This week, I’ll share some random thoughts from the desk of a guy focused on…
Kentucky by Heart: ‘Summers off’ for teachers aren’t always a walk in the park; Wilmore readies its ‘Salute’
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist It’s that time when schools are essentially closing down their regular instructional program for what’s…
Kentucky by Heart: Jim Palm risks his own life to provide life-saving transplant for ailing sister Melody
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Jim Palm believes that in one very compelling way, he’s a lucky man. That’s because,…