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47th Annual Watermelon 5K & Melon Mile at the Hope Watermelon Festival!

July 10, 2025 Hope-Hempstead County Chamber of Commerce 0

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 […]

Food Preservation Class July 22nd in Hope

July 10, 2025 Hempstead County Cooperative Extension Service 0

UA Hope-Texarkana seeks food service partner for campus dining operation

July 10, 2025 Casey Curtis-UAHT 0

HOPE/TEXARKANA – The University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana (UAHT) is now accepting proposals for the management and partnership of its on-campus food service operation, located in the UAHT Student Center on the Hope campus. The College […]

UAHT Collegiate Academies featured in ASBA Report Card Magazine!

July 9, 2025 Casey Curtis-UAHT 0

HOPE – UAHT Collegiate Academies featured in Arkansas School Boards Association Report Card Magazine! We are grateful for our partnerships with Hope Public Schools and Texarkana Arkansas School District for helping make this program possible […]

Watermelon Idol returns to the 49th Annual Hope Watermelon Festival

July 9, 2025 Hope-Hempstead County Chamber of Commerce 0

HOPE – Get ready to sing your heart out! The Hope-Hempstead County Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the return of Watermelon Idol, one of the most anticipated events of the Hope Watermelon Festival. […]

Hope-Hempstead County Chamber of Commerce announces 1st Annual Junior Watermelon Idol at the 49th Hope Watermelon Festival

July 9, 2025 Hope-Hempstead County Chamber of Commerce 0

HOPE – The Hope-Hempstead County Chamber of Commerce is proud to introduce a brand-new addition to the 49th Annual Hope Watermelon Festival lineup — Junior Watermelon Idol! This exciting event is open to young vocalists […]

Hope Advertising and Tourist Commission Prepares for Watermelon Festival, Approves Field Equipment and Social Media Campaign

July 9, 2025 Tom Mullins 0

The Hope Advertising and Tourist Promotion Commission convened Tuesday, July 8, to finalize preparations for the upcoming Watermelon Festival and address several key items, including field maintenance equipment, promotional efforts, and permit discussions. The meeting […]