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Historic Casey House takes spotlight at Baxter County Fair

The oldest standing home in Baxter County will be open for tours throughout the fair, with historian Vincent Anderson scheduled to present the story of its famous builder at 5 p.m. Saturday at the historic structure on the fairgrounds. Built in 1858, the Casey House served as both Baxter County's first courthouse and post office.…

ByChris FultonSeptember 11, 20250Comments

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Historian Vincent Anderson to present Casey House history at County Fair

The oldest standing home in Baxter County will take center stage during this year's fair as historian Vincent Anderson shares the story of its famous builder and his role in shaping the region. Anderson will speak about Col. Casey and the construction of the Casey House at 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 13, at the historic…

ByChris FultonSeptember 5, 20250Comments

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Historian traces Orrin Dodd’s journey from Carolina plantations to Arkansas education

Local historian Vincent Anderson presented groundbreaking research Tuesday that challenges long-held beliefs about Orrin Dodd, often called the "Father of Mountain Home," revealing a complex story of wealth, slavery, and family connections that shaped early Arkansas. Speaking to a packed audience at the Donald W. Reynolds Library, Anderson debunked the popular story that Dodd named…

ByChris FultonJuly 25, 20250Comments

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Baxter County Historian to illuminate life of ‘Father of Mountain Home’

Orrin Dodd built a 30-room mansion, owned slaves and helped found Mountain Home's first school. Now newly appointed Baxter County Historian Vincent Anderson wants to tell the full story of the "Father of Mountain Home." Anderson will present his research on Dodd at 6 p.m. Tuesday at the Donald W. Reynolds Library, examining how the…

ByChris FultonJuly 22, 20250Comments

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Baxter County Historical Society honors County Historian Vincent Anderson

The Baxter County Historical Society recognized County Historian Vincent Anderson on Tuesday, presenting him with a proclamation from state Rep. Stetson Painter. The recognition follows Anderson's June appointment as Baxter County's official historian by County Judge Kevin Litty. Painter's proclamation recognized Anderson as a Baxter County native who has been "a pillar in Baxter County…

ByChris FultonJune 26, 20250Comments

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