Opinion - Newton County Times

Crisis, crisis, crisis, crisis

After a month of August Recess, Democrats still refuse to bring bills to the floor that address the real issues that impact Arkansans. Folks are rightly concerned about our border crisis, our energy … more

By CONG. BRUCE WESTERMAN | 9/18/22

Letters to the Editor

Nominate a county veteran for recognition Dear Editor: Did you know we have over 571 Veterans living in Newton County? We want to honor them and show our appreciation their service! American … more

9/13/22

Health care confusion

I’m confused. I got the flu a few months ago, the worst flu I’d ever had. It wasn’t COVID — I have never tested positive for COVID — but it was a humdinger. For more … more

By TOM PURCELL | 9/11/22

M*A*S*H, Maude and Kung Fu all turn 50

I didn’t watch all of them from the very beginning, but several significant TV shows debuted in the fall of 1972. “The Bob Newhart Show” starred Bob Newhart (who turned 93 on … more

By DANNY TYREE | 9/11/22

This is CNN. The cowardly news network.

Those of us who have long tuned to CNN can’t say we weren’t warned. Incoming CEO Chris Licht decreed on Aug. 19 that “this is a time for significant change” at the news … more

By DICK POLMAN | 9/11/22

Biden’s abrupt change on Ttrump attack line

It took some time, but the Democratic Party establishment finally recognized what had become apparent to most of the political universe many months ago – If the congressional midterm elections … more

By CARL GOLDEN | 9/11/22

Things are not cool in California

In California, a historic heat wave has exposed yet again what big idiots the politicians in Sacramento are. To prevent daily rolling blackouts in Beverly Hills like the ones they have in places like … more

By MICHAEL REAGAN | 9/11/22

Marking Suicide Prevention Month

In Arkansas, 554 lives were lost to suicide and over 100,000 adults had suicidal thoughts last year, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Substance Abuse and … more

By U.S. SEN. JOHN BOOZMAN | 9/11/22

Supporting fairness for states’ workers

Today I’d like to talk about a proposed federal rule dealing with construction contracts and my efforts to lead the 17 other governors who oppose this executive order. Earlier this year, … more

By GOV. ASA HUTCHINSON | 9/11/22

State Capitol Week in Review

LITTLE ROCK — The Senate and House Committees on Education are scheduled to vote on next year’s adequacy report at their meeting in early October. The committees went over a draft of the … more

From SEN. BREANNE DAVIS | 9/11/22

Shooting back at President Biden

How much does President Biden dislike America? Let us count the ways.Last week, our phony uniter-in-chief called about half of the country – Republicans and all red-hatted supporters of Donald … more

By MICHAEL REAGAN | 9/6/22

How will you celebrate Magellan’s 500th anniversary?

When does a 500th anniversary require an asterisk? If you’re a fan of trivia and myth-busting, you’ve doubtless heard umpteen repetitions of “George Washington didn’t really … more

By DANNY TYREE | 9/4/22

It does not have to be this way

I always look forward to August recess when I am able to spend time traveling across the Fourth District visiting with constituents and local officials to hear directly from them about the challenges … more

By CONG. BRUCE WESTERMAN Fourth District of Arkansas | 9/4/22

Advancing policies to fight hunger

Classrooms across the state are full of eager students ready to learn. Many Arkansas school kids are better prepared to learn as a result of a bipartisan law approved months ago helping ensure … more

By US SEN. JOHN BOOZMAN | 9/4/22

Arkansas’s greatest resource

Today, I’d like to talk about the celebration of Labor Day and the importance of our workforce. Barbeques, pool parties, and parades are a common occurrence when Americans today celebrate Labor … more

By GOV. ASA HUTCHINSON | 9/4/22

State Capitol Week in Review

LITTLE ROCK – At first glance, arts and technology would appear to be opposites in how they are taught and how they affect economic development. However, a bipartisan group of legislators has … more

From SEN. BREANNE DAVIS | 9/4/22

Guest Column: America’s workforce is stronger than ever

On Labor Day we honor the achievements of America’s workers, and in 2022 we have a historic victory to celebrate. Our nation’s working people have come all the way back from the depths of … more

By MARTY WALSH U.S. Secretary of Labor | 9/4/22

Fantasy football’s reality check

One must be hooked on the NFL (check), entranced by football wagering (check), and champing at the bit for the season to begin (check) to join a fantasy draft that can take as long as two months to … more

By PETER FUNT | 8/28/22

Princess Di: Has it really been 25 years?

Believe it or not, August 31 is the 25th anniversary of the traffic accident that robbed the world of the effervescent Diana, Princess of Wales. Diana was a distant, distant cousin (my great-great … more

By DANNY TYREE | 8/28/22

Momentum for the Democrats just shifted

Has the right’s electoral gamble on abortion failed? With the midterms a little less than three months away, there’s some reason for encouragement. The results of a recount in Kansas this … more

By JOHN L. MICEK | 8/28/22