Everything Newport is known for
4 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.
This jail was delisted from the National Register of Historic Places, making you wonder what secrets it holds. The Jackson County Jail in Newport was built in 1905. It served as the county jail for many years. In 1979,…
Imagine the roar of engines at this former WWII airfield, now a silent reminder of the war effort. In 1942, this land became the Erwin Auxiliary Army Airfield, a vital support site for the larger Newport Army Airfield.…
Pull over for a minute! This unassuming park was once the heart of Jacksonport, a bustling river town that almost became the capital of Arkansas. Jacksonport flourished in the mid-19th century as a crucial steamboat…
This sculpture commemorates a Confederate Army unit, a reminder of the Civil War's impact on Arkansas. The Jackson Guards were formed here in Jackson County to fight for the Confederacy. The unit was named after General…