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Weekly Legislative Report
June is National Internet Safety Month, a reminder that protecting children today means protecting them not only in our communities and schools, but also in the digital spaces they visit every day. The internet offers […]
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City of Hope Arkansas Parks & Rec Lifeguard Emma Wright averts possible tragedy
HOPE – City of Hope Arkansas Parks & Rec: We always ❤️ our staff! But we’re exceptionally proud of our lifeguard Emma Wright for making an incredible save yesterday after a guest jumped off the […]
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Hope Downtown Network invites families to celebrate America’s 250th with a Fun Friday Super Sidewalk Sale & Children’s Sidewalk Parade
HOPE – Hope Downtown Network (HDN) is inviting the community to celebrate America’s 250th birthday with a day of shopping, family fun, patriotic spirit, and downtown excitement during the Fun Friday Super Sidewalk Sale on […]
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Terry Powell’s – A Hope Staple
HOPE – If there was one business that locals would tell you to stop by, it would be the jewel of Hope, Terry Powell’s Grocery Store located at North Hazel and Greenwood streets. Known for […]
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John “Frankie” Thrasher, Jr.
John “Frankie” Thrasher, Jr., 84, of Gurdon, Arkansas, passed away on June 11, 2026. He was born April 29, 1942, in Camden, Arkansas, to the late John and Sue Whitley Thrasher. Frankie retired from the […]
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Former pastor files Breach of Contract suit against local church
HOPE – A former pastor of Hope Methodist Church has filed a Breach of Contract suit against the church. Marshall Almarode filed the suit in Hempstead County Circuit Court. The suit alleges Almarode and the […]
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David Joe Smith
David Joe Smith, 65, of Hope, Arkansas, passed away at his home on April 27, 2026. He was born in Kansas City, Missouri on November 17, 1960, to Joe Calvin Smith and Donna L. (Rash) […]
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Katherine Wyatt Lacy
An obituary is not available at this time for Katherine Wyatt Lacy. Events Visitation Friday, June 19, 2026 12:00PM – 5:00PM Hicks Funeral Home 407 S. Hazel Street PO Box 548 Hope, AR 71801 Homegoing […]
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Public Notice:
The University of Arkansas Community College at Hope-Texarkana, in accordance with Policy 740.2 of the University of Arkansas System Board of Trustees, is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from interested and qualified consultants for Professional […]
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Celebrating 40 Years of economic growth in Hempstead County, sponsorships available
HOPE – In 2026, the Hempstead County Economic Development Corporation (HCEDC) proudly marks 40 years of driving progress, partnerships, and prosperity in our community—and we invite you to be part of this special celebration. 📅 […]
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