The most current issue of Faulkner County Historical Society’s journal, Faulkner Facts and Fiddlings, is now available. The issue again highlights more of Conway’s cornerstones, markers, and entablatures, continuing on those mentioned in the fall 2016 issue.

Jackie Oates Robinette, retired from teaching middle school science and health in the Conway school system, is the author of a touching article describing and honoring the life or her beloved mother-in-law Lyda Ester Bush Robinette. The story is entitled “She Never Climbed a Mountain.” Also included are more of local story-teller Joe Ward’s homespun and humorous life stories.

“Doin’s At The Museum” by Faulkner County Museum Director Lynita Langley-Ware reports on the reopening of the museum after repair and mold abatement, as well as setting up new displays and the ongoing work to get the hundred-plus year-old building ready for its anniversary celebration. There is information on the museum’s fundraiser, the Buy A Brick – Save A Treasure effort. The museum still has commemorative Christmas ornaments for sale.

The Faulkner County Historical Society is always interested in receiving stories and articles about county history: persons, towns and communities, founding fathers, businesses, buildings, historic events, places, forms of entertainment, etc. Help with ideas and writing are available by contacting any board member or this edition’s interim editor, Judy Krepps Corcoran (judyc[at]conwaycorp.net).

The issue is available for $4 at the Faulkner County Museum, the Faulkner County Library, or by calling 501 329-8584. The Historical Society invites all those interested in county history to our Facebook page. For more information call 501 329-8584.