Texarkana Gazette

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IN OUR VIEW | Texas-side Liquor: New legislation one more nail in the 'dry' coffin Last week, Texas legislators approved a bill to allow restaurants to sell beer, wine and cocktails along with takeout and delivery food orders. Published May. 7 2021 @ 6:37pm

CHEERS & JEERS | Letters from May 8, 2021 Letters from May 8, 2021 Published May. 7 2021 @ 6:36pm

DOUG DAVIS | Sylvia's hit song was written night before recording session This week in 1982: The World's Fair opened in Knoxville, Tennessee; President Ronald Reagan offered a two-step disarmament plan to reduce arsenals by one third; Braniff International Corp. filed for bankruptcy; a New Jersey court upheld mandatory sex education and a singer from Kokomo, Indiana, had her 8th hit record. Published May. 6 2021 @ 7:35pm

QUESTION OF THE WEEK | Should Congress consider lowering the age for Medicare eligibility? We want to know what you think. Should Congress consider lowering the age for Medicare eligibility? Or is it a bad idea? Published May. 6 2021 @ 1:20pm

IN OUR VIEW | Expanding Medicare: Should program cover those age 50 and up? Congressional Democrats are floating an idea to increase health insurance coverage by allowing those age 50 and above to buy into Medicare. Published May. 6 2021 @ 1:05pm

IN OUR VIEW | Day Of Prayer: Annual observance comes at a crucial time Today is the National Day of Prayer. Published May. 5 2021 @ 8:43pm

Letter to the Editor: Well qualified Stephanie Ringgold is uniquely qualified for Ashdown's School Board for Ward F. Published May. 5 2021 @ 8:42pm

Question of the Week: Off-campus student speech We want to know what you think. Should schools be able to discipline students for off-campus speech? Or should that be beyond a school's authority? Published May. 5 2021 @ 11:08am

IN OUR VIEW | Cinco de Mayo: Today we celebrate the contributions of Mexican culture to the U.S. Today is Cinco de Mayo, when Mexican-Americans celebrate their heritage and those who enjoy Mexican culture join in to experience the food, drink and music of our neighbor to the south. Published May. 4 2021 @ 7:31pm

Failing to learn When asked about his struggles in creating a working light bulb, Thomas Edison reportedly said, "I have not failed 10,000 times. I have not failed once. I have succeeded in proving that those 10,000 ways will not work. by Dr. Sean Bailey | TAMU-T Published May. 4 2021 @ 4:05pm

IN OUR VIEW | Patrick's Decision: Lieutenant governor has the last word on Texas marijuana legislation Last week the Texas House passed a bill to make possession of an ounce or less of marijuana a Class C misdemeanor. That means no arrest, no jail time and no license issues. The bill has a provision for offenders to have their records expunged. Published May. 3 2021 @ 8:39am

IN OUR VIEW | Passing The Buck: Texas lawmakers want to make homeless camping a crime, but offer no solutions Texas lawmakers are considering legislation that would have a big impact on the state's homeless population. Published May. 1 2021 @ 5:18pm

BILL OWNEY | DARK AND HANDSOME: This blacked-out beauty is serene and confident Dark as Batman's cape, the 2021 Toyota Camry Nightshade Edition is blacked out from front grille to side rocker panels to rear badging, including 18-inch black alloy wheels. Published May. 1 2021 @ 5:04pm

IN OUR VIEW | Prohibition Lessons: Will FDA ban on menthol cigarettes push smokers to crime? Back in the early 20th century, many were concerned about the dangers of alcohol for our nation. Published Apr. 30 2021 @ 9:53pm

CHEERS & JEERS | Letters from May 1, 2021 Letters from May 1, 2021 Published Apr. 30 2021 @ 9:52pm

IN OUR VIEW | Off-Campus Comments: How far can a school go in regulating student speech? The U.S. Supreme Court this week agreed to hear a case that could decide just how much authority schools have over students outside of the classroom. Published Apr. 29 2021 @ 8:43pm

DOUG DAVIS | 'You Can't Run from Love' was another hit for Eddie Rabbitt This week in 1983: President Ronald Reagan reported that the U.S. was complying with congressional restrictions on aid to Nicaragua; Chicago elected the city's first black mayor; 40 people were killed in the bombing of the U.S. Embassy in Beirut; and a singer from Brooklyn, New York, had his 23rd hit record. Published Apr. 29 2021 @ 6:21pm

IN OUR VIEW | A Rare Decision: Supreme Court agrees to hear arguments in important gun rights case The state of New York makes it very hard for ordinary citizens to carry a concealed weapon in public. Published Apr. 28 2021 @ 9:46pm

IN OUR VIEW | Laying Out The Agenda: Americans should pay attention to Biden's speech to Congress -- and the GOP response President Joe Biden will mark his first 100 days on the by making his first address to a joint session of Congress at 8 p.m. tonight in Washington. Published Apr. 27 2021 @ 9:56pm

IN OUR VIEW | Costly Storm: Bills still coming due from Texas freeze The state needs to seriously rethink its energy policy. Published Apr. 27 2021 @ 9:54am

IN OUR VIEW | Medicaid Expansion: Texas House rejects proposal to increase income restrictions Texas has long been one of the more restrictive states with its Medicaid program. Published Apr. 24 2021 @ 8:31pm

BILL OWNEY | FOCUS ON VALUE: Hyundai Elantra a solid car at a great price The median price of a new vehicle in America is more than $38,000, but the Hyundai Elantra is proof that a great car can be had for half that amount. Published Apr. 24 2021 @ 8:14pm

IN OUR VIEW | At Long Last: Arkansas poised to finally get rid of Confederate Flag Day Did you know Arkansas has a state holiday called Confederate Flag Day? Published Apr. 23 2021 @ 9:39pm