This Community Voices column is written by April F. Draine, a parent of three kids who shares stories, advice and tips for those trying to raise responsible humans. Email her at aprildraine@gmail.com. The year was 2003 and the Disney favorite Finding Nemo took many kids by storm, including my then-tenacious 2-year-old. When it was officially […]
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Opinion: Principles, policy and power – The ‘26 budget session begins with the state House
Written by Andrew McNeill, President and Senior Policy Fellow at the Kentucky Forum for Rights, Economics & Education Frankfort’s political dynamics tend to be rendered as clashes between our Democratic governor and the Republican General Assembly and the policy disagreements that define their competing visions for the state. When it comes to process, much of […]
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Navigating the Holidays with Cancer: Finding Strength, Support, and Connection
The holidays bring light, joy and togetherness. But for people facing cancer, this season can also bring stress, fatigue and mixed emotions. Balancing treatment schedules, social gatherings and physical changes can feel overwhelming. During this time, emotions can feel close to the surface — gratitude, worry, hope and exhaustion often blend together. Recognizing those feelings, […]
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Opinion: General Assembly must help stop America’s fiscal ruin
Written by Damon Thayer, former Majority Floor Leader of the Kentucky State Senate Kentucky lawmakers can and should make the commonwealth the 28th state to adopt a Balanced Budget Amendment resolution. Over the last century, America has prospered and maintained the peace worldwide due to the military might unleashed by the vast wealth generated by […]
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Letter to the editor
Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky share a river, a skyline, an airport, a workforce, and a future. But too often, we treat them like two different worlds. In reality, the Cincinnati metro only works when both sides of the river move in the same direction. Young people already see the region this way. Someone can live […]
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Readers’ Choice Winner Spotlight: Southgate House Revival
For anyone tuned into the local music scene, the selection of Southgate House Revival as the LINK nky readers’ choice for best music venue was no surprise. A home base for a wide variety of local bands, the venue is also a destination for top regional and national acts. When asked why she thought our […]
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Annual Holiday Hope Charity Drive Returns for Its 8th Year — Bringing Warmth and Support to Newport Families
As winter arrives once again, the Holiday Hope Charity Drive is preparing to make its return in 2025 — marking the 8th annual edition. Organized by Executive Transportation, this yearly event supports families served by Henry Hosea House in Newport, KY offering a vital opportunity for community members to come together and help neighbors in […]
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Opinion: Senator Jimmy Higdon – Congress must fix the hemp ban that threatens Kentucky farmer
Written by Senator Jimmy Higdon Note from the author: In the interest of transparency, my son and nephew are co-founders of Cornbread Hemp, a Kentucky-based hemp company. Recently, Congress passed emergency legislation to reopen the federal government. Deep within that bill was a drastic policy change that threatens to wipe out Kentucky’s legal hemp industry. […]
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Press release: Fort Thomas Annual Holiday Walk returns December 7
FORT THOMAS, KENTUCKY, November 24, 2025 – The annual Fort Thomas Holiday Walk returns with a hint of nostalgia with an Ugly Sweater theme on Sunday, December 7. The event kicks off at 4pm at the Campbell County YMCA for the Tour De Tinsel ride featuring decorated bicycles, skateboards, roller skates, scooters, and this year […]
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