Kentucky by Heart: A little kindness still goes a long way, even in contentious political times
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist We Kentuckians sometimes get a bit spiteful toward each other when it comes to discussing…
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Kentucky by Heart: A visit with horse racing legends at Georgetown’s Old Friends equine retirement farm
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist You might say I was “Charmed” by some old friends I met at a recent…
Kentucky by Heart: Nellie and Jackson Showalter were champion chess players from Georgetown
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Did kings and queens once rule in our state? Well, probably not, unless you go…
Kentucky by Heart: First Christian Church mission takes action for those affected by W. KY tornados
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist For a group of folks at the First Christian Church (FCC), in Versailles, what happened…
Kentucky by Heart: Everyone has favorite flavor of ice cream; Kentuckians share their pick
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist I can’t remember a day in my childhood when I didn’t eat ice cream, probably…
Kentucky by Heart: Jessamine Community Band is a ‘hidden gem’ sharing the love of music
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist In Nicholasville and Wilmore, the Jessamine Community Band (JCB) is bringing both music to the…
Kentucky by Heart: Mammoth Cave served as home to TB experiment; fond memories of Alexandria fair
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist The contagious infection called tuberculosis, which usually attacks one’s lungs, has been around for three…
Kentucky by Heart: Some recently-read books with KY connections; Kyians who served as nation’s VP
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Reading seems to be a way of life for me, especially books about Kentucky or…
Kentucky by Heart: Kyians share thoughts on how to make an already-great Commonwealth even better
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist People who adore our state give an assortment of reasons. They mention things like the…
Kentucky by Heart: Exercise is important always, but as we age, some adjustments need be made
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Oh, the glorious sunshine of summer… but oh, the challenging heat and humidity of the…
Kentucky by Heart: Author Elisabeth La Pinta’s new book offers unique look at history of KY quiltmaking
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune Columnist Like I figure many of you do, I’ve often found pleasure in the simple act…
Kentucky by Heart: Covington native Ben Lucien Burman left indelible mark on KY’s literary history
By Steve Flairty Kentucky by Heart Kentucky has a literary landscape heritage proudly holding its own among all the states….
Kentucky by Heart: Visit with young Inkspire Writing Camp attendees proves an exhilarating experience
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist I was delighted to speak last week at the Inkspire Writing Camp, in downtown Lexington….
Kentucky by Heart: KY natives Grandpa Jones, Stringbean overcame odds to achieve success
By Steve Flairty Kentucky by Heart My parents were country music fans back in the 1960s. I recall, on at…
Kentucky by Heart: With a cautious closeness, recalling memories of Dad as Father’s Day nears
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist We’re near Father’s Day, and I’ll start by sharing that the relationship with my dad…
Kentucky by Heart: Special 1866 gift from France shows President Lincoln, wife held in high regard
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist I enjoy finding those nuggets of our state’s history that add another layer to what…
Kentucky by Heart: Day trips around Kentucky offer plenty of ‘muse-worthy’ material for any writer
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist I’ll often sit deep in thought at the keyboard, focusing on what I’m writing at…
Kentucky by Heart: Exploring some Kentucky curiosities, from state flag to filming of ‘Route 66’
For those of us who have a keen interest in our state’s culture and heritage, certain questions of curiosity sometimes…
Kentucky by Heart: Veterans Rural Outreach receives donation of solar panels from EightTwentyEnergy
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Good people attract good people. Never more is that true than when a private company,…
Kentucky by Heart: Exploring the Commonwealth’s rich history through books, videos and museums
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist As previously mentioned here, I’m not a historian by profession, but I love to learn…
Kentucky by Heart: The extraordinary life of Dale Faughn serves a model for all Kentuckians
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist Caldwell County’s Dale Faughn died Sunday, April 21, at age 98. And for truth, Kentuckians…
Kentucky by Heart: Shelby County’s Veterans Rural Outreach helps veterans with affordable housing
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnist You just never know when you’ll run into people doing noble things in Kentucky. One…