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Priscilla, Queen of the Vacuum
It’s always fun to look through photo donations because you never know what you’ll find—and learn. In looking through a batch of images donated
A Thorny Thicket
Last year I was deep in the process of cataloging the Ada Lee Smith Shook (1928-2009) Collection. Ada Lee’s ancestors were among the first to settle in Northwest Arkansas. I worked up a very basic family tree,
Plowing New Ground
Professional development opportunities and conferences are opportunities to not only network with colleagues from across the country, but in some cases around the world. Recently education
Chasing Wild Geese
My curiosity has been piqued lately. Want to chase a few wild geese with me? Wild Goose #1. Rev. John E. King brought in two wonderful panoramic photos of a church and congregation
Going to Canaan
Last week my job took me to Marshall High School over in Searcy County. There I spoke to students about the life of folk artist and Searcy County native Essie Ward. Afterwards, I paid a visit to Canaan