Opinion - Newton County Times

Drive-in theater rebirth here to stay

I’m going to the drive-in this weekend – for the first time in 42 years. You see, the COVID pandemic has disrupted and rearranged our lives forever, but it has also given birth to some … more

By TOM PURCELL | 7/17/22

Does your body hate you?

Trust me when I declare that I am not competing for sympathy against folks suffering from cancer, blocked arteries, diabetes or other serious ailments. I do nonetheless think that my body is out to … more

By DANNY TYREE | 7/17/22

Make national parks free for all

For just one day this summer — and if you’re planning a vacation, it’s Thursday, August 4 — entrance fees are waived at the 110 national parks that normally charge admission. … more

By PETER FUNT | 7/17/22

Willful blindness is no defense when you summon a mob to wreak havoc

At the start of Tuesday’s Jan. 6 hearing, Liz Cheney sent a critically important message to the Justice Department: “Like everyone else in this country, (Trump) is responsible for his own … more

By DICK POLMAN | 7/17/22

Discussing learning disability

This week, I had the honor of hosting a roundtable discussion with Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-LA), Sen. John Hickenlooper (D-CO), Rep. Larry Bucshon (R-IN), education experts, and Arkansas educators on our … more

By CONG. BRUCE WESTERMAN Fourth District of Arkansas | 7/17/22

Breaking ground to honor veterans

It’s been more than 30 years since the United States and coalition forces helped liberate Kuwait from the Iraqi invasion. Now, the men and women who served in uniform during Operations Desert … more

By US SEN. JOHN BOOZMAN | 7/17/22

Building a culture of reading

The ability to read well is one of the most crucial skills we can give our students, and today I’d like to encourage you to join in our efforts to build a culture of reading in Arkansas. … more

By GOV. ASA HUTCHINSON | 7/17/22

State Capitol Week in Review

LITTLE ROCK – Two interest groups submitted petitions to the Secretary of State seeking to have two proposed constitutional amendments placed on the November general election ballot. One would … more

From SEN. BREANNE DAVIS | 7/17/22

The need to vacate this summer

I sure could use a vacation about now — but I have no plans to take one this summer. That’s the breaks for self-employed people like me who do not enjoy paid-vacation benefits. When … more

By TOM PURCELL | 7/10/22

Concerts: Yea or nay?

Believe it or not, my wife and I haven’t attended a concert in nearly 25 years. (Elton John’s January 1998 appearance at Nashville Arena was our last outing.) I realize such an admission … more

By DANNY TYREE | 7/10/22

Supreme Court ruling is not the end of abortion divide

On what should have been a morning of joy, I could not escape the darkness. Churches have been vandalized. Pro-life clinics have been fire-bombed. Supreme Court justices have been targeted. A … more

By CHRISTINE FLOWERS | 7/10/22

Damaged Trump could weigh down Republicans

Despite a few points in her testimony in dispute, the narrative laid out by former White House assistant Cassidy Hutchinson concerning the events of Jan. 6, 2021, presents a chilling portrait of a … more

By CARL GOLDEN | 7/10/22

After Roe, there’s no time to party

It’s been a fabulous week for conservatives, Republicans and millions of ordinary Americans. I cheered all of the Supreme Court’s recent blockbusters – for moral, political and … more

By MICHAEL REAGAN | 7/10/22

'Invasion' at the border

This week, several counties in Texas declared the immigration crisis at our southern border an “invasion,” and Arizona AG Brnovich urged Governor Doug Ducey to do the same. President Joe … more

By CONG. BRUCE WESTERMAN Fourth District of Arkansas | 7/10/22

Summer road trip in Arkansa

Summer always brings back memories of my family’s road trips to Petit Jean State Park and other adventures around Arkansas. Whether I was in the back seat as a kid or driving my own daughters, … more

By US SEN. JOHN BOOZMAN | 7/10/22

Going beyond serving and protecting

Today I am going to tell the story of an Arkansas State Trooper who put his own safety at risk to serve and protect a driver through a good deed that a Weather Channel reporter videotaped and posted … more

By GOV. ASA HUTCHINSON | 7/10/22

State Capitol Week in Review

LITTLE ROCK – The governor announced that he would call the legislature into special session on August 8 to consider income tax cuts that would save Arkansas families and businesses almost $700 … more

From SEN. BREANNE DAVIS | 7/10/22

An extra special Fourth of July

This Fourth of July, Americans all across the nation will come together to celebrate the magnificent land we call home, our hard won freedoms, and our history that has led us to become the greatest … more

By CONG. BRUCE WESTERMAN Fourth District of Arkansas | 7/8/22

Congressional Award: Recognizing tomorrow’s leaders

If you’re like me, there were few days on the calendar that I looked forward to more than the last day of school when I was young. As a parent, I understand how challenging the summer months … more

By US SEN. JOHN BOOZMAN | 7/8/22

Independence Day at Arkansas State Parks

Today I’d like to talk about the Fourth of July, or Independence Day, in Arkansas, the state with enough lakes, rivers, hiking trails, and outdoor festivals to accommodate 3 million Arkansans … more

By GOV. ASA HUTCHINSON | 7/8/22