Ahart's Country Store

06/09/2026

This Fridays special will be........

06/03/2026

06/01/2026

The Pettigrew Schoolhouse in rural Madison County, Arkansas, is one of few remnants of the days when the town boomed during the timber industry. It served students for about 50 years, when it closed and became a local gathering place. One of those annual events is Pettigrew Day, when topics reflective of local history are shared with the community.

Chuck Stout, one of its former students and current leaders, recently gave me a tour of the school and talked of its value today.

“If we don't get some substantial help, it's going to go away,” he told me. “I’d really hate to see that.”

Not every historical building can or should be preserved. But I think it's important to be especially mindful of places that not only represent the past, but are still part of the present. It helps us find ways to connect — both with our part in a larger story, but also with other people in the here and now.

Learn more about the school, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, via the link in the comments.

05/30/2026

Fresh baked and in the case.

05/27/2026

Fridays special will be.......
Please call and reserve if you know for sure that you want a special. It really helped a lot last week.

05/20/2026

We always have a lot of interest in Michelle's Friday specials. Unfortunately we often run out before everyone is served. So, this week we ask for some help. If you know for sure that you are wanting a special, please call and pre-order so we can do a better job of determining how many to make.

05/14/2026

05/09/2026

We will be closed tomorrow to celebrate Mothers Day. Back to normal hours on Monday.