Opinion - Newton County Times

End ‘The American Slaughter,’ not ICE

Here in the sanctuary city of L.A., it’s political theater as usual. On Monday, Mayor Karen Bass complained on camera about the sweeping immigration enforcement raid in the city’s … more

By MICHAEL REAGAN | 7/13/25

If the death of kids in Texas won’t wake MAGA up, nothing ever will

When Trump was first inaugurated back in 2017, I wrote with full confidence that he would “get a lot of people killed.” Anyone with a functioning brain knew what would happen. And so it … more

By DICK POLMAN | 7/13/25

Sunday in the park with George Washington

If I ever want to get a bridge named after me, I need to contribute to national unity. I’m more or less incapable of uniting anything more complex than peanut butter and jelly. This makes the … more

By ALEXANDRA PASKHAVER | 7/13/25

Could there ever be another Greatest Generation?

“In a great big land of freedom, at a time we really need ‘em/They don’t make ‘em like my daddy anymore.” – Loretta Lynn With the 100th anniversary of my late … more

By DANNY TYREE | 7/13/25

Hail the heroic hot dog

July is National Hot Dog Month, a time to honor one of America’s most beloved, misunderstood and delicious foods. On July 4 alone, Americans consumed an estimated 150 million hot dogs, … more

By TOM PURCELL | 7/13/25

Celebrating 25 years of the Veterans History Project

Across a century of military engagements, from World War II through the Global War on Terror, Arkansans have upheld a proud history of serving in our nation’s uniform. Some … more

By US SEN. JOHN BOOZMAN | 7/13/25

Committees review Delta 8 ruling and prison security

Last week at the Capitol, legislative committees continued their interim work, focusing on public health, judicial reform, and corrections oversight. On Monday, the House and Senate Public Health, … more

From REP. STEVEN WALKER | 7/13/25

A Founding Father’s words ring true

From sea to shining sea, millions are taking this week to celebrate America the Beautiful and the opportunity and hope she has brought to her people for 249 years. We also celebrate the historic … more

By CONG. BRUCE WESTERMAN | 7/6/25

Peeling back the curtain on climate lawsuits

Under Joe Biden, filing lawsuits against energy producers and accusing them of harming the environment was cool. Under Donald J. Trump’s America First energy policy, not so much. The … more

By PETER ROFF | 7/6/25

The bloated billionaire bill is class warfare

What’s most important to remember about the monstrous “big beautiful” bill ginned up by Trump’s Reichstag is that Republicans are just being themselves. They’ve always … more

By DICK POLMAN | 7/6/25

Can society get a handlebar on this crisis?

“A Classic Childhood Pastime Is Fading,” blared a recent headline in “The Atlantic.” The article lamented the fact that the number of youngsters (ages 7 to 17) who report … more

By DANNY TYREE | 7/6/25

Celebrating our republic — if we can keep it

Burgers on the grill, big-box store discounts and fireworks that rattle your windows — those are some great reasons why Americans love the Fourth of July. But let’s not forget the primary … more

By TOM PURCELL | 7/6/25

Expanding outdoor recreation

As Arkansans gather to celebrate the Fourth of July, we are reminded that the spirit of independence lives in both our history and our land. From the Ozark trails to the Ouachita River, Arkansas … more

From REP. STEVEN WALKER | 7/6/25

Making Arkansas and America strong, safe and prosperous

Our country was at a crossroads last November when the American people headed to the polls to weigh in on which direction we should take. The competing visions represented a clear contrast for voters … more

From US SEN. JOHN BOOZMAN | 7/6/25

State Capitol Week in Review

Who will cash in on construction of the Franklin County prison? And who will be left holding the mega prison scam bag? To find out, let’s fast forward to July 2032 and assume that the mega … more

BY SEN. BRYAN B. KING | 7/4/25

State Capitol Week in Review

LITTLE ROCK – More than 4,200 Arkansas teachers will receive merit bonuses averaging $3,325 as part of an incentive program created two years ago to retain the best teachers and recruit them in … more

From SEN. BRYAN B. KING | 6/29/25

Legislative Week in Review

This week, lawmakers continued work to strengthen Arkansas's public institutions, improve access to education, and support our state employees and communities. The Arkansas Legislative Council (ALC) … more

From REP. STEVEN WALKER 27th District | 6/29/25

Don’t let this federal agency upend Trump’s trade agenda

People everywhere are cheering President Donald Trump’s vision of a revitalized American manufacturing sector achieved through an America-first trade policy. For this strategy to work, for … more

By PETER ROFF | 6/29/25

Toddler Don has a new toy

If you’re tracking the urgent news about Trump and Iran, my sincere advice is you ignore every word that falls from his mouth or pops from his paws on social media. The sociopathic liar has … more

By DICK POLMAN | 6/29/25

Up to code

In the honest spirit that characterizes great software engineers, I acknowledge that I am not a great software engineer. Other folks go around and found Google or Amazon or businesses whose stocks … more

By ALEXANDRA PASKHAVER | 6/29/25