Hempstead County News

Hempstead County Sheriff’s Office warning all residents of an ongoing telephone scam

July 8, 2026 Sheriff James Singleton 0

HOPE – The Hempstead County Sheriff’s Office is warning all residents of an ongoing telephone scam targeting citizens in our area. Individuals are calling residents and falsely identifying themselves as Deputy Steven Glover of the […]

Southwest Arkansas Regional Medical Center offers pediatric primary care for children ages 3 and older

July 8, 2026 Southwest Arkansas Regional Medical Center 0

HOPE — As families in our community navigate recent changes in local healthcare, Southwest Arkansas Regional Medical Center is informing parents and caregivers that Tammy Wellman, APRN, provides primary care services for children ages 3 […]

Melon Strong Arm Tournament debuts at the 50th Annual Hope Watermelon

July 8, 2026 Hope-Hempstead County Chamber of Commerce 0

HOPE – Competitors from across the region are invited to test their strength at the inaugural Melon Strong Arm Arm Wrestling Tournament, taking place on Saturday, August 8, 2026, during the 50th Annual Hope Watermelon […]

Hope-Hempstead County Chamber of Commerce announces 5th Annual Watermelon Walk Window Decorating Contest

July 8, 2026 Hope-Hempstead County Chamber of Commerce 0

HOPE – The Hope-Hempstead County Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the 5th Annual Watermelon Walk Window Decorating Contest, a fun and festive tradition that brings the community together during the 50th Annual Hope […]

Chamber of Commerce Community Coffee this morning

July 8, 2026 Hope-Hempstead County Chamber of Commerce 0

Hope City Board meets for first July meeting

July 8, 2026 Dale Gathright, Jr. 0

HOPE – At the first Hope City Board meeting for July Tuesday night, Hope Evening Lions President John King spoke about some improvements they would like to make to the old state police building where […]

Spit to Win! Watermelon Seed Spitting Contest returns to the 50th Annual Hope Watermelon Festival

July 7, 2026 Hope-Hempstead County Chamber of Commerce 0

HOPE – t’s time to pucker up and launch some seeds! The always-entertaining Watermelon Seed Spitting Contest is back at the 50th Annual Hope Watermelon Festival – Golden Jubilee Celebration, and it’s open to all […]

Fire damages residence in McCaskill area this morning

July 7, 2026 McCaskill Volunteer Fire Department 0

MCCASKILL – At 9:45 this morning, McCaskill Volunteer Fire Department was paged out to a house fire on Hempstead 29. The fire started in the kitchen and did extensive interior damage. Fortunately, we were able […]

Hope-Hempstead County Chamber of Commerce presents 3rd Annual Melon Jams Open Mic Night

July 7, 2026 Hope-Hempstead County Chamber of Commerce 0

HOPE – The Hope-Hempstead County Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the return of Melon Jams Open Mic Night as part of the 50th Annual Hope Watermelon Festival – Golden Jubilee Celebration. Back by […]

Hope Public Schools opens nominations for Educator Hall of Fame 2026

July 7, 2026 Tony McClain, Communications and Public Relations Director 0

HOPE — Hope Public Schools is now accepting nominations for the Educator Hall of Fame 2026. The Educator Hall of Fame recognizes retired educators who have made a lasting impact on students, families, schools, and […]

Watermelon Eating Contest returns to the 50th Annual Hope Watermelon Festival

July 7, 2026 Hope-Hempstead County Chamber of Commerce 0

Who Will Be Crowned the 2026 Watermelon Eating Champion? Hope – Get ready to dig in and show off your watermelon-eating skills! The Watermelon Eating Contest is back as part of the 50th Annual Hope […]

Human remains found in wooded area in Hope

July 7, 2026 Eric Green - Hope Police Department 0

HOPE – On Saturday, July 4, 2026, at approximately 8:02 p.m., the Hope Police Department responded to a report from a citizen who was cleaning property in a wooded area and discovered what they believed […]

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Hempstead County Sheriff’s Office warning all residents of an ongoing telephone scam

Southwest Arkansas Regional Medical Center offers pediatric primary care for children ages 3 and older

Melon Strong Arm Tournament debuts at the 50th Annual Hope Watermelon

Hope-Hempstead County Chamber of Commerce announces 5th Annual Watermelon Walk Window Decorating Contest

Chamber of Commerce Community Coffee this morning

Hope City Board meets for first July meeting

Spit to Win! Watermelon Seed Spitting Contest returns to the 50th Annual Hope Watermelon Festival

Fire damages residence in McCaskill area this morning

Hope-Hempstead County Chamber of Commerce presents 3rd Annual Melon Jams Open Mic Night

Hope Public Schools opens nominations for Educator Hall of Fame 2026

Watermelon Eating Contest returns to the 50th Annual Hope Watermelon Festival

Human remains found in wooded area in Hope