Obituaries
Howard Wayne Fleming – Updated
Howard Wayne Fleming, age 77, of Waterloo, Arkansas passed away on April 23, 2026, surrounded by family. Mr. Fleming was born on March 2, 1949, in Watertown, New York to his parents. He was a […]
Year: 2026
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Hope High School students earn Arkansas Seal of Biliteracy
HOPE — Hope Public Schools is proud to announce that 16 students from Hope High School have earned the Arkansas Seal of Biliteracy for Spring 2026, demonstrating proficiency in English and Spanish. The Arkansas Seal […]
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UA Hope-Texarkana Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Pinning Ceremony to be held May 4
HOPE – The University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana is proud to announce the pinning ceremony for the latest graduates of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training program. The event will take place on Monday, May 4, […]
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Hope Civitan Club Donates to Hope for Paws
Members of the Hope Civitan Club recently donated dog food, treats, and gift cards for supplies to Hope for Paws, animal adoption volunteer group that advocates for dogs and puppies in the Hope animal shelter. […]
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Thanks to Hope Fall Guard for 2026, 2027 Guard named
Hope Public Schools Bands: Congratulations to the Hope Fall Guard for the 2026 Marching Season! So proud of everyone who went out and gave it their all! Let’s go HOPE!
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Groundbreaking held for Hope’s new Recreation and Aquatic Center
HOPE – Pinch us we’re dreaming! Groundbreaking Ceremony for Hope’s new Recreation and Aquatic Center took place this morning! This project will officially kick off this week and is an estimated 14–18-month build. This facility […]
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Ronnie Wayne Ward – Updated
Ronnie Wayne Ward, age 70, of Hope, Arkansas passed away on April 26, 2026, at home surrounded by family. Mr. Ward was born on November 3, 1955, in Hope, Arkansas to his parents Wylie Edward […]
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Former De Queen police officer facing sexual assault charge
DE QUEEN – De Queen Police Chief Scott Simmons has issued the following release: On Friday, April 24, 2026, at approximately 5:30 pm, an adult female was booked into the Sevier County Jail and Detention […]
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Delicia Whitmore
The Staff of Hicks Funeral Home extends their heartfelt condolences to the family of Ms. Delicia Whitmore during this time of bereavement. With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Ms. Delicia Whitmore Her life […]
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Prairie D’Ane Civil War battlefield topic of Historical Society program this evening
HOPE – Arkansas has many archeological treasures that have been found over the years. Many of them are also located in Hempstead and Nevada Counties. Come learn about a recent archeological dig at the Prairie […]
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Ronald Arterbury
Ronald Arterbury, age 68, of Prescott, Arkansas passed away on April 23, 2026. Cremation arrangements are pending at this time but will be announced by Brazzel-Oakcrest Funeral Home.
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Latest Hope Police felony arrests
HOPE – On Monday, April 20th, 2026, at 5:50pm, officers with the Hope Police Department arrested Ashley Jones, 45 of Hope, AR in the 2000 block of South Main Street. Ms. Jones was charged […]