The online Town Square for all stewards–and visitors–of Kentucky.
Essays
Louisville MSD’s Waterway Protection Tunnel Fosters Ethical Stewardship of Kentucky’s Environment and Culture
by R. M. True
As wet-weather events escalate in frequency and intensity, many cities in the US are facing the challenges of aging civil infrastructure, while also undergoing unprecedented population and business growth. As wet weather persists, in part bolstered by climate change, cities require modern infrastructure solutions for these modern challenges. As conventional solutions prove inadequate, innovative tunneling approaches are emerging as effective strategies to manage Combined Sewer Overflows (CSOs) and other critical infrastructure needs while establishing resilient urban frameworks. A tangible example can be found in Louisville, KY…CONTINUE READING
Sustainable Beef Cattle, Farm-to-Consumer Direct Principles, and Ethical Land Stewardship
by Stacey Burkhardt
As I’m close to leaving my fifties and pondering retirement soon I continue to have more reflection on my time on this land and how I want to spend my remaining days in more harmony with my environment…CONTINUE READING
“Showing up” and other solutions to maximizing effective healthcare in Kentucky
by Colyn Wright, PA-C
While a simple google search confirms it (we are consistently ranked in the bottom 10 of the 50 states in the country), you could tag along with me to the majority of patient encounters to confirm Kentucky’s health status. Why is this? It’s certainly multifaceted…CONTINUE READING
Call for steward submissions
Fellow stewards of the bluegrass are encouraged to submit their essays, writing, poetry, & artwork to bolster the promotion of Kentucky’s stewardship and culture.
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