Reprinted here by special permission of the author, Cindy Beckman, a retired Conway High School history teacher who writes local history.
My Dad was a commercial construction job superintendent for most of his work life.
He oversaw the construction of many different buildings. Each one seemed almost part of the family by the time we had watched them “grow up.” Now, every time I pass by one of those buildings, it brings back fond memories.
While I do not remember much Continue reading
Reprinted here by special permission of the author, Cindy Beckman, a retired Conway High School history teacher who writes local history.
Central Arkansas in the 19th century was significantly different than it is today. Faulkner County, with Conway as the county seat, was not carved out of Conway and Pulaski counties until 1873. Instead, one of the most significant towns in the area was Springfield, which served as the county seat for Conway County. Continue reading
Reprinted here by special permission of the author, Cindy Beckman, a retired Conway High School history teacher who writes local history.
For Baptists who live in the northern part of the county, the arrival of June means that it is time to get ready for Homecoming. Homecoming is a day of special activities at the community church. It is a time for those who do not live in the community anymore to come back to visit.
Traditionally, each Baptist church Continue reading
Reprinted here by special permission of the author, Cindy Beckman, a retired Conway High School history teacher who writes local history.
For many, Memorial Day marks the beginning of summer. Families will celebrate the three-day weekend by going to the lake, having cookouts or just enjoying some much needed time off.
But the original reason for the holiday was to remember and honor our military. Continue reading
Reprinted here by special permission of the author, Cindy Beckman, a retired Conway High School history teacher who writes local history.
As the temperatures rise and summer draws near, many anxiously anticipate the arrival of swim season. Nothing is better on a hot summer Arkansas day than a dip in cool water.
Early Faulkner County residents usually found the nearest creek, pond or river on those hot summer days. My grandmother’s family often gathered Continue reading