Newton County Times

Still think everything is awful? Here are three reasons for hope

Step away from Twitter. Stop doom-scrolling.Yes, I know, American democracy is under assault. Russian President Vladimir Putin is muttering dark warnings about nuclear weapons in the face of heroic … more

By JOHN L. MICEK | 10/16/22

Correcting a lie about George H.W. Bush

My general policy is to ignore Donald Trump’s rallies, in part because his narcissistic freak shows are merely a cry for help. But mostly because his lies mount up with such rapidity that … more

By DICK POLMAN | 10/16/22

Don’t let Biden turn America into California

I know it’s a stretch.I know it’s a false analogy.I know it probably has something to do with the way my mind and body have been messed with for the last two years by the people in charge … more

By MICHAEL REAGAN | 10/16/22

State Capitol Week in Review

LITTLE ROCK – When Arkansas voters go to the polls on November 8 they will determine the fate of four proposed amendments to the state Constitution.Three of the measures were referred to the … more

From SEN. BREANNE DAVIS | 10/16/22

The danger of depleting oil reserves

Last week, OPEC+ announced it will be cutting oil production by approximately 2 million barrels per day. The Biden administration responded by saying it will draw down another 10 million barrels of … more

By CONG. BRUCE WESTERMAN Arkansas' Fourth District | 10/9/22

Fighting to prevent, detect and better treat breast cancer

Breast cancer is the most common cancer and the second leading cause of death among women in the U.S. The American Cancer Society estimates that, in 2022, there will be over 300,000 new cases … more

By US SEN. JOHN BOOZMAN | 10/9/22

New center assists forest business

Today I’d like to talk about the recent opening of a new academic center to promote the forest industry in Arkansas.Agriculture is the leading industry in our state, and timber plays a critical … more

By GOV. ASA HUTCHINSON | 10/9/22

Hung up on rudeness

Changing communications technology is one of life’s never-ending annoyances, and now we have a new agitation: voice messaging.Voice messaging allows smartphone owners to record their voice and … more

By TOM PURCELL | 10/9/22

“Quiet quitting”: Is that a thing or not?

Have you heard of the “quiet quitting” trend that is being breathlessly reported on social media?Quiet quitting refers to doing the minimum requirements of one’s job and putting in … more

By DANNY TYREE | 10/9/22

Shocked Republicans are still backing Herschel Walker? You shouldn’t be

With Georgia Republicans rallying around Herschel Walker – with evangelical Christians flocking to his “prayer luncheon” this week, with ex-House Speaker Newt Gingrich on TV hailing … more

By DICK POLMAN | 10/9/22

Yes, let’s celebrate Columbus Day

It’s Columbus Day again. Rather than denounce it as a celebration of western cultural appropriation and white male privilege, let’s make it an occasion to celebrate our diversity.If you … more

By PETER ROFF | 10/9/22

How to put America back on track

Can someone please tell me where anything good is happening in the U.S.?Everywhere you look, America the Beautiful has been turned ugly, weak and troubled.The economy is on the road to a recession … more

By MICHAEL REAGAN | 10/9/22

State Capitol Week in Review

LITTLE ROCK – The state Division of Children and Family Services continues to struggle with high staff turnover and high caseloads for family service workers. The two problems are closely … more

From SEN. BREANNE DAVIS | 10/9/22

Playing politics with Hurricane Ian

Hurricane Ian hadn’t slammed into the Florida coast yet and already the idiots were playing politics.The climate scientists on “The View” were somehow trying to blame … more

By MICHAEL REAGAN | 10/2/22

It’s Time to TAP into American Energy

Americans are struggling to pay the price for President Joe Biden’s energy policies. This winter, families are expected to pay the highest prices in over a decade to heat their homes. Natural … more

BY CONG. BRUCE WESTERMAN Fourth District of Arkansas | 10/2/22

Help protect seniors from scams

In recent weeks there have been more news stories in Arkansas about novel methods scammers are using to take advantage of unsuspecting individuals and steal their money. It’s important to be … more

By US SEN. JOHN BOOZMAN | 10/2/22

Expanding electric vehicle infrastructure in Arkansas

Today I would like to talk about how we are expanding opportunities for electric vehicle industries in our state.First, to make driving electric vehicles in Arkansas a possibility for many, the … more

By GOV. ASA HUTCHINSON | 10/2/22

State Capitol Week in Review

LITTLE ROCK – In the fiscal session earlier this year the legislature appropriated a million dollars for pregnancy resource centers.The state has awarded grants totalling about $455,000 to 14 … more

From SEN. BREANNE DAVIS | 10/2/22

An extension of tax grief

I used to love the first weekend of autumn. Now I loathe it.Maybe I better explain.I used to wait until the nicest week in spring to organize my taxes, but now I wait until the nicest week in … more

By TOM PURCELL | 9/25/22

Trump and the very best mind like you wouldn’t believe

We’ve long been exposed to Don the Con’s superpowers, his ability to scam millions of presumably sane Americans and make them think his bullcrap doesn’t stink. But this week in an … more

By DICK POLMAN | 9/25/22