-
Easter: A time of renewal and hope
As we prepare to celebrate Easter, we reflect on the meaning this season holds for the faithful. Easter is not merely a commemoration of historical events; it is a testament to the enduring power of hope, renewal, and divine love that defines the Christian faith. At the heart of Easter is the resurrection of Jesus…
-
Gain some control over your life
Feeling like you have some control over your life is vital for happiness. Control is not always easy. It takes planning, sacrifice, work and good fortune. Lots of things can happen in life that will shake the earth beneath our feet. Illness, weather disaster, a bad accident and stupid mistakes. We are all vulnerable to…
-
Legalized sports gambling could lead to problems
I’m not a gambler, except for the occasional March Madness office pool in the past, where I tried my luck at picking the college basketball brackets. We know how that can turn out for most of us. Just look at the upsets this year in the first round. Kentucky Wildcat fans can really relate to…
-
Kentucky’s teacher shortage has reached critical proportions
BY RHONDA CALDWELL Every morning across the Commonwealth, children walk into our schools to engage in one of the greatest accomplishments in the history of mankind—a free public education. As children enter the classroom, their unique experiences accompany them. Yet, no matter the strength or opportunity for growth a child brings into that classroom, a…
-
Congress must demonstrate what it takes to succeed
Life is fragile and doesn’t last very long, so we should try to enjoy every day. Be good to yourself and be good to other people. Treat people the way you would like to be treated. Speak to people in a manner that you would like for them to speak to you. Treat motorists on…
-
Many of us suffer from common phobias
Most of us have a phobia or two, whether we want to admit it or not. For me, I am somewhat claustrophobic. I have always been and even though I try to fight it, the feeling is still there. I do not like to be in small, confined places. I do not like elevators or…
-
Kentucky can and should increase civic education
BY MICHAEL ADAMS KENTUCKY SECRETARY OF STATE The test results are in, and Kentucky is barely passing when it comes to civic health. Civic education is desperately needed in our schools, and our lawmakers need to act now to ensure our children will grow into adults capable of self-government. My office recently conducted a Civic…
-
What about the size of your Snickers bar?
In his State of the Union address, President Joe Biden referred to an American dilemma – the shrinking Snickers bar. He pointed out that his Snickers bar purchase had less or fewer Snickers. I’m not exactly sure what a Snickers is, nuts, chocolate, sugar, the content of the bar. Size matters when you’re hungry. It’s…
-
Wishing and hoping for an early spring
I think most of us always look forward to springtime. The temperatures are warmer so we can get outside more. The flowers start to bloom and soon the trees will start to “green up” with an abundance of new foliage. There is something about hearing the first frogs croak as they start to venture out…
-
What do you expect from our next President?
I’m voting for the Presidential candidate who will promise to keep Social Security solvent. I’ve hit the age where I’m finally on the receiving end of some of this government money and I want to keep it going. Never fear. I’m still paying plenty of taxes. I’m still holding down a job, so Uncle Sam…
Category: Opinion
