Hempstead County News

Pictured: Mr. Wendel McCorkle. Davis Johnson photos HOPE – One of Arkansas’ premier florists will be retiring this year, Hope’s own Wendel McCorkle. Now age 77, Mr. McCorkle has been working his craft for over […]

Back-to-school shopping is expected to reach record levels this year, with families of students in elementary through high school planning to spend an average of $864. Nationwide, total back-to-school spending is projected to reach $43.3 […]

HOPE – Monday, July 20, the Hope Evening Lions Club heard a very interesting program by Brianna McCullough and Gio Ruiz about their recent trip to France with the Bobcat Travel Club. 21 students and […]

HOT SPRINGS – The Hope High School Cheerleaders returned home from NCA Cheer Camp with an impressive collection of awards and recognitions after a week of hard work, teamwork, and determination. The squad earned Blue […]

HOPE – Rainbow of Challenges is excited to announce the return of the LifeShare Blood bus back to the ROC Administration building at 500 S. Main Street for a special summer season blood drive this […]

HOPE – County trash pick-up is for HOUSEHOLD trash ONLY! No yard waste, appliances, furniture, etc. Large items may be brought to the county shop and placed in a dumpster provided by the county. All […]

HOPE – The HWL office will be closed Tuesday, July 28th from 3:00 pm-3:30 pm for an employee meeting. Personnel will be available for water, electric, or internet emergencies at 870-777-3000. If you need to […]