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“Don’t let people put obstacles in front of you, but understand you also have to put in the work” were the words of engineer Raye Jean Montague as recalled by

Jack Calvin passed away. This is the full obituary where you can share condolences and memories. Published in the Record Eagle on 2024-02-04.

"The Circus City" at the Indiana History Center

Hermia Letitia Parham was born in Georgia in 1855, the daughter of an Irish immigrant father. Census records show 16-year-old Letitia attending boarding school in Randolph County. Only 10% of

History columnist Curt Eriksmoen continues the story of John M. Gilette

UAPB alumni meeting this weekend

John Gillette, in his teaching, writings and lectures, made no secret of his sympathies with how farmers had been exploited by big business, and this was a tinderbox in North Dakota politics.

Julius Rosenwald designed the Rosenwald Fund to create more equitable opportunities for African Americans in the South. The fund contributed more than $300,000 to developing 389 Rosenwald Schools in Arkansas and helped fund the building of the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluffs current campus.

One Black couple recently celebrated over eight decades of marriage!

Joe Cobb spent more than 35 years in radio broadcasting, owns and operates Gingers Popcorn Shop in Hot Springs, and is well-known for voicing the original "Soul Train" introduction.