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Kentucky by Heart: Nellie and Jackson Showalter were champion chess players from Georgetown
Did kings and queens once rule in our state? Well, probably not, unless you go back in history to tag two Central Kentuckians — husband and wife — who mightily excelled in the game of chess, gaining national recognition.
Opinion – Richard Nelson: Beshear’s conversion therapy executive order violates religious freedom
Governor Andy Beshear’s executive order banning conversion therapy within the scope of state agencies stirred controversy across the state. And there’s reason for concern, as Governor Beshear roundly condemned “anyone who changes the sexual orientation of a minor.” Among other requirements, Beshear ordered that “The Cabinet for Health and Family Services shall take all actions necessary to prohibit the direct or indirect use of state and federal funds for the practice of conversion therapy on minors, referring a minor for conversion therapy, or extending health benefits coverage for conversion therapy with a minor.”
Opinion – Jason Hall: Kentuckians deserve both well-funded public schools, and the right to choose
School choice hasn’t destroyed public education in 48 states. It won’t in Kentucky either. In November, Kentucky voters will be asked to approve a constitutional amendment on educational choice. This is a unique opportunity to advance the well-being of all Kentucky students and I encourage everyone to support it.
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