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14th Annual Train Day this Saturday
HOPE – The 14th Annual Train Day is scheduled to take place Saturday, May 2nd, in Downtown Hope, AR, from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm. This event will have something for the whole family to […]
Articles by Summer Chambers
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2026 Distinguished Alumni Award Honoree Spotlight – Lifetime Achievement: Bob Garrett ’57
MAGNOLIA – A man with roots in both Prescott and Hope is being honored by the Southern Arkansas University Alumni Association. Bob Garrett Class of 1957 graduated from Southern State College (now SAU) with an […]
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Alfonzo Dickerson
The Staff of Hicks Funeral Home extends their heartfelt condolences to the family of Mr. Alfonzo Dickerson during this time of bereavement. With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Mr. Alfonzo Dickerson. His life […]
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Ribbon Cutting Marks New Beginning for the Banner Hope Center Recovery Ministry
HOPE, Ark. — Community leaders, clergy, and residents gathered Thursday (4/30) for a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the return of Banner Hope, a faith-based recovery ministry for adult men, marking a new chapter for a program […]
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Hope native honors State Representative Dolly Henley with Consumer Advocate Award
LITTLE ROCK — State Representative Dolly Henley has received the 2026 Consumer Advocate Award from the Arkansas Trial Lawyers Association (ATLA) in recognition of her leadership and commitment to protecting the rights of Arkansas consumers […]
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Hope Public Schools educator recognized among top 100 teachers nationwide
HOPE — Kayla Vaughn, an English Language Learner (ELL) teacher serving students at Hope Public Schools, has been recognized as one of the Top 100 Teachers in the Nation by Flashlight Learning through its LumiNation […]
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James Kendall “Ken” Burke – Updated
James Kendall “Ken” Burke, age 67, of Hope, Arkansas passed away April 29, 2026. Born on September 30, 1958, to the late Henry and Lynn Burke, James lived a life deeply rooted in the land […]
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Demolition underway for new Hope fire station
HOPE – The City of Hope Street Department crews are currently demolishing the former Village Shopping Center to make room for a new fire station. Heavy equipment is on-site demolishing the structure and sorting debris […]
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Prescott School News
The end of the academic year is a busy time for schools and Prescott is no different. There is an annual nationwide Congressional high school visual art competition sponsored by US House of Representatives. Bruce […]
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Two-Vehicle Accident on Hervey
The Hope Police Department and Hope Fire Department responded to a two-vehicle accident on North Hervey Wednesday (4-29) shortly after 4:30pm. There did not appear to be any serious injuries.
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Nashville school buses involved in Saline County crashes
BRYANT – Three Nashville School District school buses enroute to the senior trip were involved in a traffic incident this morning, according to a statement issued by Nashville School District. Nashville School District says all […]
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Hempstead County Historical Society
The Hempstead County Historical Society met on Tuesday (4-28) in the Tailgaters’ meeting room. Joshua Williams opened the meeting and noted there was severe weather north of Hope. He noted the historical society has sold […]