Michael James

Christian groups, Arkansas lawmakers defend Ten Commandments law

On Tuesday, supporters of the Arkansas legislation mandating the public exhibition of the Christian commandments said that the statute is constitutional and grounded in ...

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Obituary: Finis Dene Allen

At the age of 84, Finis Dene Allen of Oil Trough, Arkansas, passed away on Monday, August 11, 2025. The son of William Luther ...

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What’s in a symbol? The Observer considers the Arkansas state flag

One of the first things I saw when The Observer relocated from another Southern city just a state away to Arkansas was the enormous ...

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Wednesday open line

What s on your mind? It’s dragon-slaying time! The Arkansas Times, which relentlessly defends the fundamental rights and liberties in our community, stands as ...

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The Sulac System debuts Saturday at White Water Tavern with Magic Cropdusters and Country Florist

Set aside time on your calendar for Saturday evening.The renowned White Water Tavern at West Seventh and Thayer streets is hosting the first performance ...

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Arkansas Department of Health closes health disparities office, lays off 30 staffers

The Arkansas Department of Health is closing its Office of Health Disparities Elimination, which specialized in disease prevention and health education for underserved populations, ...

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Obituary: Jimmy Pettit

On August 3, 2025, Jimmy Pettit, 87, of Thida, Arkansas, left this earth to walk the streets of gold with our amazing Maker. On ...

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Controversial herbicide dicamba likely drifting back to a field near you soon

It appears that the Environmental Protection Agency under President Trump will once more permit the widespread use of a contentious weed killer that has ...

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BAAC accepting exhibition proposals for new Community Gallery

The new Community Gallery is looking for local artists to display their work, according to the Batesville Area Arts Council. The First Community Bank-sponsored ...

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Chamber hosts ribbon cutting for Sarah Dipity’s new Main Street location

On Thursday, July 17, the Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to commemorate the grand opening of the new Sarah Dipity ...

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