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NEW KIND OF TOY! The American author Clarence Day (1874-1935) once said of books, “A book is the most remarkable creation of man; nothing else that he builds ever lasts … monume... February 15, 2019

Why we remember some dates, like our parents’ anniversary, and forget so many others What are the anniversaries you never forget? February 14, 2019

History Minute with Dr. Ken Bridges William Dunbar left a life of privilege and ease in Scotland and embarked on one of the great adventures of early Arkansas. February 14, 2019

There is More That Unites Us Than Divides Us The State of the Union address is an important message delivered by the president that serves as a reminder of what we’ve achieved, the challenges we currently ... by Senator Boozman - February 13, 2019

Arkansas House Weekly This week, the House voted to raise teacher salaries, increase a tax credit, and increase fines for distracted driving in school zones. February 13, 2019

EDITORIAL Believe us when we say the Banner-News does not enjoy criticizing the efforts of those who serve the city on a voluntary basis. February 12, 2019

State Capitol Week in Review The legislature advanced a series of tax cuts, including the signature bill of this year’s session, to lower personal income taxes by about $97 million a year. February 12, 2019

A MILLION DOLLARS OR DEATH! Several weeks ago I received a letter from Col. Mike Miller, senior pastor of Family Day Ministries in Shepherdsville, Ky. Col. Miller is truly a unique individ... February 8, 2019

What a Band! What a Show! The creation of the Murphy Arts District in El Dorado brought an increased interest in live music back to the El Dorado scene, but it still wasn’t enough to sat... by Joe Inscore - February 8, 2019

A man with autism, behaving violently, winds up in the ER. The officers on duty respond - by singing and dancing. On the way to the hospital that cold evening, Ellen Hughes sat in the passenger seat of the car, her husband at the wheel, while their son, Walker, sat in back ... February 7, 2019

History Minute with Dr. Ken Bridges As a youngster, friends all described James Paul Clarke as “determined.” He was angry, passionate, and obsessive about ideas. Clarke’s passions would create man... February 7, 2019

For a Stronger Economy, Empower More of World’s Women In our country’s recent past, we’ve seen just how much women bring to the table when it comes to the economy. by Senator Boozman - February 6, 2019

Arkansas House Weekly House members are now preparing for the fourth week of the 2019 Regular Session. We are expecting to review and possibly vote on big issues such as tax cuts and... February 6, 2019

EDITORIAL Congratulations and our very best wishes go out to Edna Runyon. February 5, 2019

State Capitol Week in Review The governor and legislators presented the details of the signature issue of this year’s session, a reduction in personal income taxes. February 5, 2019