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Richard Martin “Todd”
Richard Martin “Todd” 63, of Willisville AR passed away July 9, 2025, in his home. Todd was born March 18,1962, in El Dorado, AR to Berwin and Carolyn Martin. Survivors include his brother Steve Martin […]
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Hempstead County Cooperative Extension Holds Two-Day Sewing Camp
The Hempstead County Cooperative Extension Service offered a two-day sewing camp this past Monday and Tuesday (July 7th & 8th). The class was taught by Hempstead County 4-H Agent Betty Wingfield with assistance from EHC […]
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Grass Fires Crop Up on I-30
This grass fire on I-30 westbound Friday (7-11) was just one of several that were extinguished. Several local volunteer fire departments were called out to respond. Due to the dry conditions and wind, areas adjacent […]
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Leadership Nevada County held its Local Government session
NEVADA COUNTY – Leadership Nevada County held its Local Government session on July 10th. The morning started off at the Nevada County Courthouse and a visit at the Nevada County Tax Assessor’s office. The class […]
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Laura Hawthorne Mulder – Updated
Laura Hawthorne Mulder, age 68, of Hope, Arkansas, passed away on Friday, July 11, 2025, in Texarkana. Laura was born on May 7, 1957, in Hope to the late Leroy Hawthorne and Etta Belle Powell […]
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June Weather Statistics for Hope
Hope ended June up on rainfall and with cooler than average temperatures according to data collected and compiled at the Southwest Research and Extension Center east of Hope. The SWREC is Hope’s official weather station. […]
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Emeterio and Maria Dominguez Have July Yard of the Month in Hope
Congratulations to Emeterio and Maria Dominguez whose yard on 15th Street has been named Yard of the Month by the Hope Beautification Committee. Be sure and drive by and enjoy their lovely yard!
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Arlene Kuehling LaGrone
Arlene Kuehling LaGrone passed from this life on July 9, 2025. She was born in St. Louis, Missouri in 1934 to Edna (Niebling) and Arthur Kuehling. She attended Vandalia Elementary in Vandalia, MO; Shenandoah Elementary, […]
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Donald Moody – Updated
Donald Moody, age 65, of Blevins, Arkansas passed away on July 8, 2025 in Texarkana, Texas. Donald was born on October 14, 1959, in Hope, Arkansas to his parents, J.W. and Mary Moody. He had […]
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Henry Glen Wade – Updated
Henry Glen Wade, age 90, of Hope, Arkansas, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, July 10, 2025. He was born on January 31, 1935, in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, to the late Eulis and Mary […]
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Mrs. Jodie (Harris) Adams – Updated
Mrs. Jodie (Harris) Adams, aged 56, passed away at her home in Hope, Arkansas on July 8, 2025. Jodie was born in Tillamook, Oregon on May 24, 1969. She has lived all over the place […]
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47th Annual Watermelon 5K & Melon Mile at the Hope Watermelon Festival!
HOPE – It’s time to lace up those running shoes and hit the pavement for the 47th Annual Watermelon 5K and Melon Mile, taking place on Saturday, August 9th, 2025! This exciting event is part […]