covid-19
Our View: Preparedness is more important than panic
It seems every hour brings new information involving the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). School districts around the state are closing for up to four weeks at ...
Whitney Leggett, Author at Winchester Sun - Page 3 of 23
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Our View: Words from the wise on women’s history
On occasion, we like to use this space to share words from some wise people of now and then regarding any number of topics. This ...
by Sun Editorial Board, Wednesday, March 11, 2020 1:07 pm
firearm safety
Our View: Poor firearm safety puts Kentucky kids at risk
Kentuckians could be doing a lot better when it comes to gun safety. A recent survey shows that almost two out of every three Kentucky ...
by Sun Editorial Board, Tuesday, March 10, 2020 10:22 am
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Our View: Spring is near, and severe weather is too
With the recent tornados that struck parts of Southern Kentucky and Tennessee, and the heavy rains we’ve been experiencing in Central Kentucky, it’s an appropriate ...
by Sun Editorial Board, Friday, March 6, 2020 9:56 am
federal government
Our View: Leadership positions in federal government must be filled
Everyone should be able to agree that government should be as efficient as possible with our tax dollars. We want the most bang for the ...
by Sun Editorial Board, Tuesday, March 3, 2020 11:49 am
coronavirus
Our View: Still more to learn about coronavirus before panic
As the threat of the novel coronavirus heightens, the question turns from if an outbreak will reach America to when, according to health officials. The ...
by Sun Editorial Board, Friday, February 28, 2020 10:35 am
e-cigarettes
Our View:Kentucky students trading one bad habit for another
Survey results indicated Kentucky students might be trading one risky behavior for another. According to the Kentucky Youth Risk Behavior Survey, fewer students are smoking ...
by Sun Editorial Board, Wednesday, February 26, 2020 9:56 am
medical marijuana
Our View: Medical marijuana bill deserves tough but fair examination by Senate
Kentucky’s House Bill 136 would legalize medical marijuana in the commonwealth. It would make the Bluegrass State the 34th in the nation to legalize use ...
by Sun Editorial Board, Tuesday, February 25, 2020 10:41 am
cell phone use
Our View: Can you curb your cell use?
Americans have a love affair with their cell phones. New data shows people are spending more time on their cell phones than with their significant ...
by Sun Editorial Board, Friday, February 21, 2020 11:37 am
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OUR VIEW: Record voter registration good news, work remains
Kentucky is breaking records in a good way. Secretary of State Michael G. Adams announced Wednesday that Kentucky hit a record number of registered voters ...