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State Senator claims Politically Correct Watermelon Eating contest

August 10, 2024 Eric Mclaurin 0

HOPE – State Senator Steve Crowell won the Politically Correct Watermelon Eating Contest Saturday at the 48th annual Hope Watermelon Festival. Candidate for state representative Dolly Henley came in second and County Treasurer Karen Smith […]

Best meat quality, most economical cattle ‘finishing’ diet has more byproduct

August 9, 2024 John Lovett, U of A System Division of Agriculture 0

FINISHING ON THE FARM — Feeder steers at the Southwest Research and Extension Center were raised on varying diets as part of a cattle finishing study. (U of A System Division of Agriculture photo) FAYETTEVILLE […]

Cecillia Walden Yard on 14th Hope’s “Yard of the Month”

August 9, 2024 Janna Fisher/Hope Beautification Committee 0

Congratulations to Cecilia Walden, who resides on 14th Street in Hope for having the “Yard of the Month” as determined by the Hope Beautification Committee. Her yard is beautiful year-round and everyone is encouraged to […]

Water Clearing Up in Prescott

August 9, 2024 Bruce Bean/City of Prescott 0

The City of Prescott Water Department has been working hard on the discoloration issue with the water system. After two days of flushing the lines, water seems to be clearing up. If you are still […]

Perrytown VFD fundraiser Saturday

August 9, 2024 Dale Gathright, Jr. 0

Northark hires new Vice President of Technical Education and Workforce Development

August 9, 2024 Mark Keith 0

North Arkansas College will soon welcome a new face to its leadership team. While Dr. Ricky Tompkins is new to Northark, he is no stranger to Arkansas community colleges. The position was reclassified from […]

Hope Watermelon Festival Dog Show

August 9, 2024 Eric Mclaurin 0

The Hope Watermelon Festival Dog Show was held Thursday (8-8). There’s were some creative costumes and cool tricks. Hope Vice-Mayor Kiffinea Talley’s dog Obi E took 2nd place in the costume category. The best overall […]

Blessing of the Backpacks

August 9, 2024 Dale Gathright, Jr. 0

“Backpack Blessing!” Sunday, August 11 at 10:50 am at Hope Methodist Church, 2300 South Main.

Hope City Board Holds Special Meeting to Pass Ordinance to Buy Hospital

August 9, 2024 Eric Mclaurin 0

The Hope City Board had a special meeting Thursday (8-8) to pass an ordinance committing the Board to purchasing the hospital land and facilities. This was needed for bankruptcy court next Tuesday (8-13). The resolution […]

James E. Smith

August 9, 2024 Marks Funeral Home 0

James Smith, 63, of Rosston, AR, passed away on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, at St. Michael Hospital in Texarkana. Arrangements are pending at this time.

National Night Out in Hope

August 9, 2024 Paul Oller 0

The Hope Police Department hosted “National Night Out” Tuesday (8-6) at Hope’s Fair Park. National Night Out is a national effort sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch. The event features food, fun, and […]

Kiwanis Pulled Pork Dinner Big Success at Watermelon Festival

August 9, 2024 Eric Mclaurin 0

The Hope Kiwanis Club has prepared a special meal on Thursdays at the Watermelon Festival for many years; however, this year the club tried something different and it appeared to be a big success. The […]