Opinion

You know that saying, “small but mighty?” That’s me, or maybe more like, “short but mighty.” But lately, I’ve been reminded of something important: I am only one person.

I stopped at a convenience store for gas. As I was paying, the gentleman in front of me was carrying his 2 hot coffees out the door. The door didn’t open and this man spilled 2 hot coffees all over his hands and arms. I was freaking out trying to find napkins and he said “It’s cooled off now, no worries” and walked out the door. I looked at the cashier in disbelief and she said “He’s fine, he’s a farmer.” Indeed.

Some friends recently returned from a trip to Canada, including Newfoundland. It is the home of the Newfoundland dog, affectionately called the “Newfie”.

The director of the state Division of Children and Family Services told lawmakers that much of the agency’s improvements in recent years is due to greater involvement on the part of faith-based groups, churches and private sector organizations.

The Arkansas Legislature had a full schedule this week, as the Arkansas Legislative Council (ALC) and its subcommittees met, as well as the House and Senate City, County, and Local Affairs Committees.

Arkansas colleges and universities will spend about $279 million on athletics during the upcoming school year.