Reeks of entitlement - I view this as...

A Response

1. Reeks of entitlement - I view this as another childish and immature attempt to get something you have not worked to achieve.  Joe Blows Martin's self indulged rant induced statement may seem logical, when bolstered by his circle of "like-minded, Star Wars conference attending, high-school drop out celebrity activist supporting, self...

As 2010 is in full swing, thoughts are turned toward planning the year out.  Usually, I would be making out an action plan for this year of projects, budget items, and sundry other issues that need to be addressed.  Unfortunately, I know that none of these issues will be addressed.  Why?  I work for the City of West Memphis.  So, instead of an exercise in futility, here's an action plan...

Poll Spells Trouble for Sen. Lincoln

By Susan Davis (WSJ)
http://blogs.wsj.com/washwire/2010/02/02/poll-spells-trouble-for-sen-lincoln/

If the election were held today, Sen. Blanche Lincoln would lose in a landslide, according to the latest polling from Public Policy.

The poll shows 33% of voters would pick the Arkansas Democrat, while 56% would vote for Republican Rep. John Boozman.

The...

You love you pets and so does the rest of the neighborhood. However, when it comes time to sell your home, you shouldn't expect the same of those interested in your property. While it is difficult for some homeowners to understand the negative perceptions about pets held by some prospective buyers, you should try to make your home as appealing as possible to everyone who walks through the door...

Rep. Marion Berry Plans to Announce Retirement

excerpts from AP

Arkansas Democratic Rep. Marion Berry plans to announce Monday that he will not seek re-election this fall.

Berry, 67, was first elected to his congressional seat after serving in the Clinton administration as a special assistant to the president for agricultural trade and food assistance.

Berry had repeatedly said he...

OPINION

I write this article as an opinion. I am not a journalist, reporter, writer or even much of a speller. What I do understand is that everyone in this fine nation is entitled the freedom to express his or her opinion and this is mine.

The Scott Brown victory is great. Strong move for Republicans and the Right. I just hope that someone asked him how he stands on "Freedom!".... I...

Where do you draw the line? How much help are you willing to accept from municipal government in the day to day operation of your business? I vow to remain uncharacteristically silent on this topic!

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Texan petitions for casino here

Complete article and source here.By GINGER SHIRAS
gingers@harrisondaily.comPublished: Saturday, January 16, 2010 6:08 AMThe Texan who tried in 2006 to get voters to authorize casinos he would own in Boone and six other Arkansas counties, is trying again.

Michael Wasserman of Gainesville, Texas, and his Arkansas Resorts and Hotels, failed to get the required...