LITTLE ROCK – The state Department of Correction has been in the news recently because of its efforts to build additional prison space, in order to improve public safety. Much less public …
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From SEN. BRYAN B. KING
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12/8/24
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It is the season of giving but, unfortunately, it is also open season for criminals who take advantage of kindness and generosity. So, as you plan your shopping and end-of-year gifts, it is important …
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By US SEN. JOHN BOOZMAN
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12/8/24
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Wind turbine blades play a crucial part in clean energy generation, but their disposal poses a growing challenge. Luckily, innovative solutions provide new ways to keep them out of landfills. As the …
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By TOD BOWMAN
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12/8/24
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Throughout the tenure of the current Administration, President Biden has promoted the unrealistic, and frankly inane, “EV Revolution.” The Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) de …
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By CONG. BRUCE WESTERMAN
Fourth District of Arkansas
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12/8/24
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Our date was simple, we would go to a basketball game and eat pizza afterwards.
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Jeff Brasel
sports@newtoncountytimes.com
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11/30/24
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Our date was simple, we would go to a basketball game and eat pizza afterwards.
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Jeff Brasel
sports@newtoncountytimes.com
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11/30/24
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LITTLE ROCK – The governor proposed a balanced budget for legislators to consider during the 2025 session when they set spending levels for state government agencies. Arkansas operates under a …
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From SEN. BRYAN B. KING
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11/24/24
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It is impossible to reflect upon the past year – and the end of the 118th Congress – without first speaking of what a tremendous honor it is to serve the Fourth Congressional District of …
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By CONG. BRUCE WESTERMAN
4th District of Arkansas
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11/24/24
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It doesn’t matter how many terrible wars we’re mired in overseas. It doesn’t matter how many seemingly unsolvable social and political problems we face at home. At this time of …
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By MICHAEL REAGAN
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11/24/24
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I would love to revolutionize your Thanksgiving Day speeches, but I must admit that the blessings I feel gratitude for are embarrassingly mundane. I mean, I am thankful for weekends, babies, walks in …
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By DANNY TYREE
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11/24/24
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Last week, members elected to serve in the 95th General Assembly gathered in the House Chamber for an Organizational Meeting. Members chose their seats and committees, and incoming freshmen drew …
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From REP. STEVEN WALKER
28th District
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11/24/24
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Health care is an increasingly complex landscape to navigate, but that is even more true when access to medical care is scarce, as is the case in so many rural areas of Arkansas and across our …
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By US SEN. JOHN BOOZMAN
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11/24/24
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The Democrats did not do a good job of dealing with their terrible loss. In fact, they and the liberal media collectively melted down in front of the whole world last week when Donald Trump and …
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By MICHAEL REAGAN
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11/17/24
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I’ve started hearing that people in my generation are incapable of serious work. This is untrue. For an example, look at me. I have the tremendously serious and useful job of writing jokes for …
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By ALEXANDRA PASKHAVER
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11/17/24
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I probably hadn’t seen Frank Capra’s “Mr. Smith Goes to Washington” before launching my crusade 50 years ago, but the idea “lost causes are the only causes that are …
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By DANNY TYREE
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11/17/24
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The opportunity to represent the Fourth District of Arkansas is an honor and privilege that I do not take lightly. My time spent across the district allows me to meet with the men and women who make …
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By CONG. BRUCE WESTERMAN
Fourth District of Arkansas
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11/17/24
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This week, the Arkansas Legislative Council (ALC) approved several requests to distribute federal funding to benefit Arkansas education, health, and safety initiatives. One of the most significant …
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From REP. STEVEN WALKER
28th District
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11/17/24
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LITTLE ROCK – Arkansas legislators have been hearing from constituents about the rising costs of homeowners insurance premiums, so during the 2025 session they will explore numerous options for …
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From SEN. BRYAN B. KING
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11/10/24
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As we head into the weekend, I hope you will join me in reflecting on the service and sacrifice our veterans have made to preserve the liberties we enjoy today. The men and women who boldly embraced …
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By Cong. Bruce Westerman
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11/10/24
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As November begins, so does the busiest shopping season of the year. We’re familiar with Black Friday and Cyber Monday, but let’s not overlook Small Business Saturday—a day …
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By ANDI MCCLINTIC
Center for Rural Affairs
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11/10/24
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