Newton County Times

Gone, but not forgotten: Remembering Native American culture

SPRINGDALE, – The Shiloh Museum of Ozark History's award-winning Native American Days school program will return virtually Nov. 17-18 with presentations by archeologists and members of Native American tribal nations. more

11/16/22

Gone, but not forgotten: Ben Pearson, the “father of modern archery"

Did you know that an Arkansas native was known as the “father of modern archery?” Ben Pearson (1898-1971) started the first company in the U.S. to mass produce archery sets and … more

From Discover Arkansas | 11/1/22

Gone, but not forgotten: William Baltz and his Wonder Horse

William (Bill) Baltz of Pocahontas was often to be found in his workshop at the corner of Bettis and Rice Streets working on various inventive ideas. Frequently, these took the form of toys for his … more

Randolph County Heritage Museum | 10/25/22

Gone, but not forgotten: Newton County's first officers

The first county officers met in the home of John Bellah, which was located on Shop Creek near Parthenon, until the "seat of justice" was moved to Jasper the next year. John was born around 1810 in … more

By BARBARA LEROY | 10/18/22

Gone, but not forgotten: Bernell "Fatman" Austin, father of the fried pickle

Born in 1921, Bernell "Fatman" Austin, of Atkins, served in the Navy and worked as a cook. Later, he leased a parcel of land across the street from the Atkins Pickle Plant from the Griffin Oil … more

10/11/22

A limestone bluff juts out into the Buffalo River. The bluff has several solution cavities at its base, where the limestone meets the river. The rock face has colors of white, gray, and light orange.

Gone, but not forgotten: Time stained Buffalo River's bluffs

Often we see multicolored, vertical streaks on the sandstone bluffs along the banks of the Buffalo River. What causes these variations?These are mostly mineral stains. During heavy rains, water runs … more

From the National Park Service website | 10/4/22

Gone but not forgotten: The Flowers cabin was built around 1935.

Floyd V. Flowers built this hand-hewn log cabin around 1935 and called it home until the 1950s.One of the most fascinating parts of this cabin is the tree in the interior. The cabin was purposefully … more

Pearl Sayles / the Arkansas Historic Preservation Program | 9/20/22

Gone, but not forgotten: Arkansas's dark age

Until the mid-20th century, Arkansas lacked sufficient electrical power for many of its residents. In rural areas where most families lived on farms, there were few if any conveniences. Still today, … more

From the Electric Cooperatives of Arkansas and the Encyclopedia of Arkansas | 9/13/22

Gone, but not forgotten - Newton County and the Civil War

Newton County Historical Society has announced it now has Barb A LeRoy’s “Which Side Were They On?,” a new 302 page book listing biographical sketches of the Newton Countians who … more

8/30/22

Gone, but not forgotten - Newton County and the Civil War

Newton County Historical Society has announced it now has Barb A LeRoy’s “Which Side Were They On?,” a new 302 page book listing biographical sketches of the Newton Countians who … more

8/23/22

Gone, but not forgotten - Newton County and the Civil War

Newton County Historical Society has announced it now has Barb A LeRoy’s “Which Side Were They On?,” a new 302 page book listing biographical sketches of the Newton Countians who … more

8/22/22

Local history presentations by Shiloh Museum

Lyle Sparkman will share stories and the history of his 49 ancestors who lived in the western Ozark regions of Northwest Arkansas and Southwest Missouri. By detailing the lives of these people and … more

8/11/22

Gone, but not forgotten: Arkansas mussels

Arkansas is known for many things, from our beautiful mountains and lakes to our unique diamond mine, or even calling the Hogs. Still, many wouldn’t equate Arkansas as the home to the most … more

By Kimberly Mitchell Only in Arkansas | 8/9/22

Gone, but not forgotten: Arkansas mussels

Arkansas is known for many things, from our beautiful mountains and lakes to our unique diamond mine, or even calling the Hogs. Still, many wouldn’t equate Arkansas as the home to the most … more

By Kimberly Mitchell Only in Arkansas | 8/2/22

Gone, but not forgotten: Arkansas mussels

rkansas is known for many things, from our beautiful mountains and lakes to our unique diamond mine, or even calling the Hogs. Still, many wouldn’t equate Arkansas as the home to the most … more

By Kimberly Mitchell Only in Arkansas | 7/26/22

Gone, but not forgotten: Arkansas mussels

Arkansas is known for many things, from our beautiful mountains and lakes to our unique diamond mine, or even calling the Hogs. Still, many wouldn’t equate Arkansas as the home to the most … more

By Kimberly Mitchell Only in Arkansas | 7/19/22

Gone, but not forgotten: More from Camp Ozone

Pictured is a group photo of the enrollees at Camp Ozone Civilian conservation Corps, undated. Company No. 1708 - Camp Ozone circa 1937From The Civilian Conservation Corps, 1933-1942: A New Deal Case … more

From USDA Forest Service Ozark-St. Francis National Forests | 7/12/22

Gone, but not forgotten: Shiloh Museum announces first summers series with Buffalo National River theme

SPRINGDALE, Ark. – The Shiloh Museum of Ozark History is excited to announce its first-ever Shiloh Summer Series. Each of the planned activities is family friendly and open to all ages.In … more

7/5/22

Gone, but not forgotten: Did you know Newton County has a flag?

While planning and learning about Newton County history to celebrate the 180th Anniversary of her founding in 1842. We were reminded by Regina Smith that Newton County has her own flag. Regina knew … more

From TOINETTE MADISON Director, Newton County Chamber of Commerce | 6/21/22

This is the site of the historic Ozone Civilian Conservation Corp Camp. Camping - 8 family units, pavilion rental, picnicking, and hiking. Camping trailers are allowed but no special facilities available. A goldfish pond in the shape of the state of Arkansas is one of the camp's unique features.

Gone, but not forgotten" CCC Camps in the Ozarks

The Civilian Conservation Corps Act was passed by the United States Congress to provide economic relief in the midst of the Great Depression and to preserve and develop the natural resources of the … more

Excerpts from "CCC in Arkansas" by Dr. Jim Ross Additional information from the USDA Forest Service | 6/14/22