Articles by Amy Sweat

The Nevada School District has announced their “Teacher of the Year” for the 2025-2026 school year.  The Agriculture Teacher, Drake Givens, was the esteemed teacher  chosen for this year’s award. Mr. Givens has been at […]

The Midway Cemetery Perpetual Care Association will have their annual meeting Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 7:00 P.M at Midway Methodist Church.   All members and those interested in the Cemetery are invited to attend. Midway is located 5 miles West of […]

Hempstead County Judge Jerry Crane has issued a burn ban effective immediately due to the windy, dry conditions.  There is to be no outside burning until the burn ban is lifeted.

On March 22, 2026, at approximately 11:17 a.m., deputies with the Hempstead County Sheriff’s Office responded to a reported animal attack at a residence located on Northwest North Street in Washington, Arkansas. Upon arrival, deputies […]

The 58th annual Jonquil Festival at Historic Washington State Park drew great crowds as the annual spring celebration enjoyed possibly the best weather ever.  High temperatures were in the mid 80’s Friday and the upper […]

Multiple Fire Departments responded to a fire at a home on state highway 32 between Hope and Bodcaw Sunday (3-22) evening.  In addition to the fire, there was at least one arrest at the scene.