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JoAnn Adams “Jodie”
JoAnn Adams “Jodie”, of Hope, passed away on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. full obit to follow A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at 10am at Westmorland cemetery in Cross Roads, […]
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UAHT Collegiate Academies featured in ASBA Report Card Magazine!
HOPE – UAHT Collegiate Academies featured in Arkansas School Boards Association Report Card Magazine! We are grateful for our partnerships with Hope Public Schools and Texarkana Arkansas School District for helping make this program possible […]
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Watermelon Idol returns to the 49th Annual Hope Watermelon Festival
HOPE – Get ready to sing your heart out! The Hope-Hempstead County Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the return of Watermelon Idol, one of the most anticipated events of the Hope Watermelon Festival. […]
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Hope-Hempstead County Chamber of Commerce announces 1st Annual Junior Watermelon Idol at the 49th Hope Watermelon Festival
HOPE – The Hope-Hempstead County Chamber of Commerce is proud to introduce a brand-new addition to the 49th Annual Hope Watermelon Festival lineup — Junior Watermelon Idol! This exciting event is open to young vocalists […]
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Hope Advertising and Tourist Commission Prepares for Watermelon Festival, Approves Field Equipment and Social Media Campaign
The Hope Advertising and Tourist Promotion Commission convened Tuesday, July 8, to finalize preparations for the upcoming Watermelon Festival and address several key items, including field maintenance equipment, promotional efforts, and permit discussions. The meeting […]
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ROC/Kids on the Go Host Chamber Coffee
Rainbow of Challenges “Kids on the Go” summer program hosted the Hope/Hempstead County Chamber of Commerce community coffee on Wednesday (7-9). The event was held in the ROC administration cafeteria at 500 South Main from […]
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Local NAACP issues area-wide call for delegates to statewide gathering
Center STACIE MITCHELL-GWEAH, 6012B Member & Stamps Mayor, as Delegate to the 79th NAACP Arkansas State Conference; Pictured with Mayor Mitchell-Gweah is Donnie Ladell Centers, VOTE SoAR Vice Chair and Lafayette County activist Participants will […]
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Bro. Charles Jones returns to where it all started
GUERNSEY – Having preached the Gospel for 70 years in eight different decades, the ministry of Bro. Charles Jones has made a complete circle back to the starting point. That effort was recognized last month […]
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Nevada County Quorum Court
The Nevada County Quorum Court met on Tuesday (7-8). After a prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, the last meeting’s minutes were approved after a correction on a motion was noted. There was discussion on […]
Obituaries
Ervin Jake Blake Sr.
With deep love and respect, we celebrate the life of Ervin Blake Sr. who peacefully departed this life on July 3, 2025, at Christus St. Michael Hospital in Texarkana, Texas. Born on March 23, 1936, […]
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Zoella Smith
IN LOVING REMEMBRANCE Zoella Smith, age 70, of Nashville, Arkansas, transitioned to her heavenly home on Friday, July 4, 2025, at her residence, surrounded by her loving family. May she rest in peace. VISITATION SERVICE: […]