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. “We found you on a ‘Blue Light Special’ at K-Mart, in the Cabbage Patch Doll section, and decided to bring you home with […]
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Why You Should Think About Surgery Before Year-End and How St. Elizabeth Makes It Easier
The St. Elizabeth Healthcare Surgery team offers insight into the advantages of scheduling procedures before the year ends. The team includes Gynecologic Cancer Surgeon and Vice President of Medical Services Kevin Schuler, MD, who shares why timing surgery before January can benefit patients both medically and financially. Q: What Surgeries Do Patients Often Schedule at Year-End? […]
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Opinion: Can you taste the plastic?
Written by NKU biological science student Hailey Ausbrooks When you think of plastics, what comes to mind? Is it trash bags, your Amazon packaging, or the toothpaste you just washed down the sink? Microplastics can be found nearly everywhere, ranging from tires, road markings, bottled water, and groundwater (Cai et al. 2025). Microplastics are plastic […]
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St. Vincent de Paul NKY’s 18th Annual Turkeyfoot Trot Brings Community Together to Support Local Families
St. Vincent de Paul Northern Kentucky’s Turkeyfoot Trot 5K Run/Walk is back for its 18th year, returning to the campus of Thomas More University on Saturday, November 15, 2025. The Turkeyfoot Trot 5K is a fall tradition for hundreds of Northern Kentucky runners and walkers, with many families making it part of their Thanksgiving-season celebration. […]
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Community Voices: Five essential tips for women ready to start their own business
This Community Voices column is written by Jill Morenz, the CEO of Aviatra Accelerators in Covington. Jill is passionate about equipping women-owned businesses with the tools and support they need for lasting success. Women are starting businesses at a greater rate than ever before. In 2024 alone, women-owned businesses in America generated $3.3 trillion in […]
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Opinion: Congress must act for Kentucky seniors, avert looming long-term care crisis
Written by Adam Mather, President of KCARE, the association representing skilled nursing facilities and personal care homes across the Commonwealth Kentucky takes great pride in caring for our seniors and aging adults. Every day, across the commonwealth, thousands of dedicated healthcare professionals deliver high-quality, compassionate care to our loved ones at nearly 300 nursing homes, […]
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St. Elizabeth Edgewood ranked #1 hospital in Kentucky by U.S. News & World Report
In the latest edition of its annual hospital rankings, released last quarter, St. Elizabeth Edgewood was also recognized as “High Performing” in multiple procedures and conditions by U.S. News & World Report, reflecting strong outcomes across a broad patient population. High marks went to five areas related to cancer care, along with cardiology, diabetes and […]
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Opinion: The filibuster is not the problem. It’s the point.
Written by Dustin Isaacs, Deputy Communications Director for the GOP Senate President’s Office Congress remains locked in the longest government shutdown in U.S. history. While headlines understandably focus on safety-net and healthcare talks, a broader institutional danger looms: elimination of the Senate filibuster.The filibuster, which requires 60 votes to advance most legislation, is no gimmick. […]
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Community Voices: Your LinkedIn photo called. It wants a do-over
What you need to know This Community Voices column is written by Tonya Bolton, who shares advice, tips and ideas for entrepreneurs. You can reach her at info@tonyaboltonphotography.com. Let’s talk about first impressions. You know, those magical few seconds when people decide whether you’re confident or clueless, trustworthy or suspicious, approachable or “let’s pretend we didn’t see […]
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How one man’s planned gift will shape generations
Throughout his life, Jerry Scheve wore many hats—local basketball coach, professor, mentor, friend, and brother. But above all, he was a quiet force for generosity, a man who gave freely of his time, talent, and treasure to those around him. Whether leading the Wilmington College Lady Quakers to victory on the basketball court or guiding […]