Newton County Times

Rupert Murdoch is scraping you-know-who off the sole of his shoe

The grinding sound you’re hearing is the Rupert Murdoch propaganda machine chewing up Donald Trump and spitting him out.That’s the good news. We’ll get to the bad news shortly.What … more

By DICK POLMAN | 7/31/22

From Rome with a perspective on populism and partisanship

I write this sitting at a cafe in front of the Italian Parliament, waiting for the president to resign.After two years of watching my own countrymen try and get rid of our leader in two partisan and … more

By CHRISTINE FLOWERS | 7/31/22

Time for Republicans to break from Trump

In the nearly 21 months since the last presidential election, millions of Americans have given the benefit of the doubt to former president Donald Trump as he unleashed a torrent of accusations that … more

By CARL GOLDEN | 7/31/22

Fair care for all

Senate Democrats are resurrecting President Biden’s shortsighted “Build Back Better” bill after reaching an agreement with Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV). The bill, besides raising … more

By CONG. BRUCE WESTERMAN | 7/31/22

The best ideas come from the ground up

Recently, the American Farm Bureau Federation recognized me with the Golden Plow, the highest honor it awards sitting members of Congress.The success I’ve had in shaping ag policy is thanks, in … more

By US SEN. JOHN BOOZMAN | 7/31/22

State Capitol Week in Review

LITTLE ROCK – åWell-attended meetings at the state Capitol usually indicate that legislators are addressing an important issue.That was certainly the case when the joint Senate and House … more

From SEN. BREANNE DAVIS | 7/31/22

Does your hometown stink?

According to the Washington Examiner, 2022 has handed New York City an alarming spike in citizen complaints about outdoor odors.(“I hope you appreciate me doing my civic duty. It’s not … more

By DANNY TYREE | 7/24/22

January 6 hearings are not Watergate

I was 11 during the summer of 1973 when the Watergate hearings were televised. The memory is still very clear in my mind, and it was a watershed moment for a young girl who thought her country was … more

By CHRISTINE FLOWERS | 7/24/22

Trump 2024 is too risky for Republicans

Donald Trump is out there speaking and drawing fired-up crowds in places like Illinois.It’s obvious that he’s still the most popular figure and dominant force in the Republican Party.But … more

By MICHAEL REAGAN | 7/24/22

Fighting the drought in Arkansas

It is no secret to Arkansans that this summer has been an unusually dry season, resulting in moderate to severe drought throughout the state. Some areas have not recorded rainfall for over a month, … more

By CONG. BRUCE WESTERMAN | 7/24/22

988 Mental Health Hotline makes connecting to help easier

There is a new way to get help for folks experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis and it’s as easy as dialing 988. In July, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline launched, … more

By US SEN. JOHN BOOZMAN | 7/24/22

State Capitol Week in Review

LITTLE ROCK – Every year the sales tax holiday is the first weekend in August. This year it will be Saturday, August 6, and Sunday, August 7.Consumers will not have to pay sales tax on any … more

From SENATOR BREANNE DAVIS | 7/24/22

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.Reading … 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