Opinion

by Kelly Carlson -

Looking and planning ahead

The housing situation in Northwest Arkansas has been discussed and reported on for years. Over the past four to five years, the primary focus has been affordability and availability as…

by Dr. Jamie Griffin -

Uniquely navigating the college landscape

The college admissions landscape has evolved significantly in recent years, as evidenced by tightening acceptance rates at selective and highly selective colleges and universities, the introduction of test-optional and test-free…

by Daniel Weatherly -

The pros and cons of AI in cyber security

The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is growing. Organizations are adopting the technology in different areas throughout. AI has many benefits, but there are growing concerns about its usage including…

by Roy Ockert -

Hoping for journalism leadership at ASU

Pat and I graduated in 1967 as part of the first class to have “university” on our diplomas. After earning a master’s degree at the University of Oklahoma, I returned…

by Buddy Hasten -

More than just electricity

Nearly 90 years ago, electric cooperatives were the first utility to power — and empower — rural Arkansas. Today, the Electric Cooperatives of Arkansas continue to have a wide-ranging economic…

by Erik Dees -

Instead of keeping peace, make peace

Do these thoughts sound familiar? “I don’t want to tick that person off.” “I don’t have time to deal with people’s feelings.” “Don’t rock the boat.” “Maybe if I ignore…

by Roby Brock -

It’s more than the economy, stupid

Every four years, I’m reminded of former Arkansas Gov. Bill Clinton’s unheralded election as President of the United States. He entered the 1992 race a year earlier when incumbent President…

by Mark Zweig -

How entrepreneurs really think

As someone who has been the founder of a half dozen businesses, the co-founder of several others, an owner in a half dozen more, an outside board member in still…

by Roby Brock -

Thankful for Northeast Arkansas

I’ve been traveling to Jonesboro and Northeast Arkansas for more than 30 years. Those early memories are fond ones, but not inspiring, though now I see the region in a…