Nesbitt to speak to HCHS
HOPE – Genealogy research can lead you down new paths of information about people and events that you never knew about. Come hear Melissa Nesbitt, Archival Manager of the Southwest…
New rules for troubled schools
LITTLE ROCK – The state Education Department has written new rules for troubled schools to enter “transformation contracts” with outside entities, such as charter school operators. The Department will accept…
Livestock report
FEEDER CATTLE STEERS – Medium and Large 1 (Per Cwt / Actual Wt) Head Wt Range Avg Wt Price Range Avg Price 5 300-335 325 315.00-322.50 319.27 9 355-380 362…
Hempstead County Quorum Court Meets, Potential Problems for Hope Hospital Discussed Due to Steward Healthcare’s Financial Issues
The Hempstead County Quorum Court met Thursday (4-18) at the Hempstead County Courthouse. Following the prayer and pledge, the JP’s moved into the agenda items for the meeting. The JP’s…
UAPB Hosts Southwest Arkansas Small Farms Conference at UAHT
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff hosted the Southwest Arkansas Small Farms Conference at Hempstead Hall on Wednesday (4-17). Opening with an introduction by Akili Moses Israel, the conference…
Hope Downtown Network Meets
The Hope Downtown Network met in the Tailgater’s Annex on Thursday (4-18). The new planters in the Pocket Park were discussed. It was announced that mulch was donated by Old…
Emmet health fair April 27
EMMET – United Christian Church of Emmet along with The City of Emmet and Wadley Regional Medical Center of Hope will host a Community Health Fair in Emmet to increase…
Seniors with perfect attendance get breakfast
PRESCOTT – Friday morning, PHS juniors and seniors who had no unexcused absences, no discipline referrals and excel in all areas of academics were honored at a breakfast. Members of…
SPECIAL OLYMPICS AREA GAMES POSTPONED SATURDAY DUE TO EXPECTED WEATHER – EVENT RESCHEDULED FOR MAY 4
The Special Olympics Area 11 games scheduled for this Saturday have been postponed due to expected inclement weather. The games have been rescheduled for Saturday, May 4. Look for more…
Ronnie and Wanda Barham Have “Yard of the Month”
Congratulations to Wanda and Ronnie Barham whose yard at 1421 East Third has been named “Yard of the Month” by the Hope Beautification Committee. The Barhams have always had an…
