
Opinion


State Capitol Week in Review
The Senate has approved a package of bills with tougher regulations for the signature-gathering process by which citizens can place issues on statewide ballots.

Supporting Americans with disabilities and their families
March is a beautiful month in Arkansas as the world begins again with spring. It is also a great time to celebrate the many ways we work together to help every Arkansan grow and be their best.

Speaking French
Sometimes when we least expect it, there are moments when we long to stroll down memory lane. With the orchestrations for my high school reunion underway, an irresistible urge, perhaps even a necessity, has developed within me—an urge to revisit the abandoned, decrepit and forsaken grounds of my alma mater.
From Scratch
Walking into Market 602 in Corning, the first thing that hit me was the aroma—rich, freshly brewed coffee mingling with the sweet scent of pastries. My nose loved it. But as I spoke with Tina, the owner, I quickly realized that Market 602 isn’t just about good food; it’s about family, tradition, and the love woven into every recipe.

State Capitol Week in Review
The Senate approved legislation to transfer the powers of the state Library Board to the Education Department.

From Scratch
Winter is a time for deep reflection, warm comfort food, and, apparently, bird slapstick. The moment the snow starts falling, I go full hermit mode. You’ll find me cozied up in my flannel jammies, stationed by the fireplace, sipping something warm, and watching birds hurl themselves into my front door window like tiny, feathery torpedoes of poor decision-making. And I can’t help but wonder—do they feel embarrassed? Do they scan the sky, hoping sweet birdie Ethel didn’t see? Is there a bird named Jerry up there, already gathering material for the next bird roast? These are the things I contemplate while avoiding all forms of socialization.
