Abraham Brito
Abraham Brito, age 26 of Hope, AR passed away on February 27, 2026, surrounded by his family. Abraham known to many as “Abe” was born on February 16, 2000, in … Read More
William Otis Hamilton – Updated
William Otis Hamilton of Emmet AR passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by family after short battle with cancer. Born May 8th, 1941, he was a wonderful husband, father, … Read More
Reed Webb of Columbus Arkansas Auctioneers Association State Bid Calling Champion
HOT SPRINGS – Congratulations to the 2026 Arkansas Auctioneers Association State Bid Calling Winners! The Champion is Reed Webb of Columbus, pictured in the middle. 2nd Place: Nick Stover, and … Read More
Legislative Update
Arkansas is moving forward with a major investment in rural healthcare through the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP). In December, the state was awarded $208,779,396 for Fiscal Year 2026 as … Read More
Latest Blevins school notes
BLEVINS – Blevins gave thanks to everyone who helped make the District Tournament a success. Although only the girls became District champions both will played last night against Lafayette County … Read More
Hempstead County Quorum Court Holds February Meeting
Hope, Ark. – The Hempstead County Quorum Court convened for its regular monthly meeting on Thursday evening, February 26th, with County Judge Crane calling the session to order. Justice Jesse … Read More
Bill Hamilton
Bill Hamilton, age 84, of Emmet, Arkansas passed away on February 27, 2026, surrounded by family. Visitation will be held 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 1, 2026 at … Read More
Town Hall Meeting Addresses Weather Damage to Poultry Farms
Prescott, Ark. – A town hall-style meeting was held on February 26, 2026, at The Barn at Willow Oak Acres in Nevada County, near Prescott, to address the severe impact … Read More
David Paul Stanley
David Paul Stanley was born March 11, 1943, in Hope, Hempstead County, Arkansas to James Emless Stanley and Frankie Lee Ward. He graduated from Hope High School in 1961 and … Read More
Crissy Elaine (Fincher) Shewmaker “Tood” – Updated
Crissy Elaine (Fincher) Shewmaker “Tood”, age 41, of Hope, Arkansas passed away on February 24, 2026. Crissy was born on June 6, 1984, in Hope, Arkansas to her parents, Benton … Read More
Dale Booker steps down as mayor of Emmet
EMMET – Dale Booker has resigned as Mayor of Emmet. In a letter to members of the City Council, staff and the people of Emmet, Maor Booker said. “It is … Read More