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Bruce Cockrell sentenced to 75 years in prison for killing his wife by fire

November 13, 2025 Prosecuting Attorney Ben Hale 0

HOPE – Represented by Jeff Harrelson and Anthony Biddle, the Defendant, Bruce Cockrell entered a negotiated plea of guilty this week to the charges of murder in the first degree and arson of property having […]

Speedway Truckstop announces plans to build in Hope

November 13, 2025 Hempstead County Economic development Corp. 0

IRVING, TX – The Hempstead County Economic Development Corporation has announced a project that’s coming to Hope with the announcement by company involved: “Speedway Truckstop confirms that we’ve begun construction on a new site in […]

Swamp Riders Motorcycle Club Toy Run

November 13, 2025 Dale Gathright, Jr. 0

Tammie Rose announces for re-election as Nevada County Clerk

November 13, 2025 Tammie Rose 0

The 2026 Nevada County Primary filing period has officially come to a close. I am deeply honored to have been given the opportunity to continue serving as your County Clerk through 2030. I would like […]

Miccah Yates Sargent announces candidacy for Nevada County Treasurer

November 13, 2025 Miccah Yates Sargent 0

My name is Miccah Yates Sargent, and I am proud to announce my candidacy for Nevada County Treasurer. As someone who was raised right here in Nevada County, my roots in this community run deep. […]

Fairest of the Fair LaJuan Thompson

November 12, 2025 Rebekah Hall U of A System Division of Agriculture 0

Hempstead County Extension Homemaker Club member LaJuan Thompson shows off jars of her preserved fruits and vegetables that won fair ribbons Assortment of ribbons LaJuan Thompson won at the Southwest Arkansas District Fair, including 82 […]

UA Hope-Texarkana Marks 60 Years with Diamond Jubilee Celebration

November 12, 2025 Tom Mullins 0

November 11, 2025 — The University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana (UAHT) commemorated six decades of educational excellence Tuesday evening with a Diamond Jubilee Celebration filled with music, memories, and tributes to the institution’s enduring legacy. The […]