Today's Opinions

The concept of paying a more equitable dollar for the lowest-level jobs in our economic scale is not new. This idea of raising the minimum wage was a political football long before President Barack Obama kicked it into the end zone during his State of the Union address and House Bill 1 ran it into the public consciousness of the Kentucky legislature.

And most Kentuckians – if not most Americans – think it’s about time to take that step.

We were pleased last week to see the smiling face of Vicky Wise back in her seat for the Simpsonville City Commission’s meeting.

Ms. Wise, the longest-serving commissioner, has been absent from that chair for about a year as she battles ongoing and significant heath problems.

She attended the ribbon-cutting for the city’s new downtown sidewalks late last year, and that was like a homecoming. But that also has been her only public appearance.

We read with great interest the opinion piece in last week's paper regarding Family Court Judge John David Myles (“Judging a judge,” My Word, Feb. 12). The portrayal of Judge Myles could not be further from our experience with him and his court.

Judge Myles was always prepared, professional and fair to all who appeared before him. He is a passionate advocate for children, education and families. Add to that a loyal friend, devoted husband and hard worker.