The first food distribution by the Hope Evening Lions for 2026 is this Saturday, January 10th, from 8:30 to 10:00 am, at Chuck’s Legacy Building, 3301 East 3rd Street, Hope. All who have a need are welcome.
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The Brotherhood and Sisterhood of Fulton will hold a benefit Saturday, January 10th at 6:00 pm at Spring Hill Christian Church in Spring Hill, to benefit Bro. Jim Patton. Choirs and soloists are invited to render an “A” and “B” selection. For information, contact Pastor Jessie Henry at 870-896-2581 or 870-703-8994. You may also contact Deacon Jimmy Smith at 870-359-5820. The public is welcome.
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Hope for Paws will host the Hope-Hempstead County Chamber of Commerce Community Coffee Wednesday, January 14th, 9:30-11:00 am at the Chamber office, 201 South Main in Hope.
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There is still time to enroll for spring classes at the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana, but the deadline is quickly approaching. Spring registration is open now through Wednesday, January 14, and classes begin Monday, January 12. To help students meet the deadline, UAHT will offer extended registration hours until 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 8, and Monday, January 12. Students are encouraged to act now to secure their spot before classes fill. UAHT offers more than 50 degrees and certificates designed to help students enter the workforce quickly or transfer seamlessly to a four-year university. Flexible scheduling options include online, hybrid, evening, and in-person classes at campuses in Hope and Texarkana. Students can complete an Associate of Arts in General Education Transfer Degree fully online or in the evenings. Career and technical programs such as Cybersecurity, Solar Energy Technology, Construction Technology, Welding, Electromechanical Technology, and more provide hands-on training for high-demand careers. UAHT also offers essential health programs, including Nursing, EMT, and Funeral Services. For those looking to gain job-ready skills fast, UAHT offers non-credit workforce training programs such as CDL Truck Driver Training, Forklift Certification, and Fiber Optic Technician Training. UAHT is committed to affordability and access, offering low tuition, textbook rentals for only $20 per credit hour, in-state tuition for border counties, scholarships, financial aid, and several free-tuition opportunities, including the U Can Scholarship and the Hempstead Guarantee. For more information or to register, call 870-777-5722 or visit uaht.edu.
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The monthly singing at Guernsey Baptist Church is Friday, January 16th at 6:00 pm. There will be a potluck supper.
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The Brotherhood and Sisterhood of Fulton will hold a benefit Saturday, January 17th at 6:00 pm at Mt. Zion Baptist Church at 1500 Ansley Street in Nashville. The program will benefit Sister Carolyn Block. Choirs and soloists are invited to render an “A” and “B” selection. For information, contact Pastor Jessie Henry at 870-896-2581 or 870-703-8994. You may also contact Deacon Jimmy Smith at 870-359-5820. The public is welcome.
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Hempstead County Courthouse, Road, and Waste Department will be closed Monday, January 19th to observe Martin Luther Kings, Jr. Day. Will resume regular working hours Tuesday, January 20th.
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Hempstead County trash route for Monday, January 19th and Tuesday, January 20th will be collected on Tuesday, January 20th. Please have your trash out by 7:00 am.
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Herndon-Fuqua Funeral Home will host the Hope-Hempstead County Chamber of Commerce Community Coffee Wednesday, January 21st, 9:30-11:00 am at the business, 403 South Main in Hope.
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Community members are invited to kick off the new year with intention and creativity at Mix, Mingles, & Mocktails, a hands-on Dry January mocktail class taking place Tuesday, January 27, at 5:30 p.m. at Hempstead Hall. Designed for those participating in Dry January, exploring mindful drinking, or simply interested in elevated non-alcoholic beverages, the class will guide participants through the art of crafting sophisticated zero-proof mocktails. Attendees will learn how to build balanced, flavorful drinks using fresh herbs, citrus, infused syrups, and elegant garnishes. The evening combines practical instruction with a relaxed, social atmosphere. Participants will mix and taste a variety of mocktails, gain useful techniques for home entertaining, and leave with a personal bar kit and recipes to recreate the experience beyond January. The cost to attend is $75 per person. For more information or to register, visit https://uahopetexarkana.coursestorm.com.
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Hope Auto will host the Hope-Hempstead County Chamber of Commerce Community Coffee Wednesday, January 28th, 9:30-11:00 am the Chevy location, 1700 North Hervey in Hope.
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There will be private applicator training classes every month from December to May alternating between Prescott (taught by Nevada County agent Stacey Stone) and Hope (taught by Hempstead County agent Kim Rowe). The schedule is as follows: January 9 at 10 a.m. in Hope, February 19 at 10 a.m. in Prescott, March 16 at 6 p.m. in Hope, April 7 at 2 p.m. in Prescott, May 21 at 6 p.m. in Hope. All classes will be at the county’s respective Extension office. The Nevada County Extension office is located at 877 E. Main Street in Prescott. The Hempstead County Extension office is located at 1800 E. 3rd Street in Hope. Call to get on the list to be notified in case a class gets rescheduled. For Prescott classes: (870) 887-2818 and for Hope classes: (870) 777-5771. The cost of the training is $20 paid at the time of the class. Licensing fees are paid separately to the Dept. of Ag Pesticide Section. A private applicator license is required to purchase restricted use pesticides for personal farm use. A license is not required to purchase products for home gardens and lawns. Contact either office for additional information.
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The Bright Star Cemetery on Highway 73 West is in need of additional money in order to keep the historical cemetery in the shape it deserves. Contributions may be sent to Mary McPherson, 1121 Highway 73 West, Washington 71862 or Chester McRoy, 505 Highway 73 West, Hope, Arkansas 71801.
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White Oak Grove Cemetery is needing donations for upkeep. Persons with loved one buried there can address their donations c/o White Oak Grove Baptist Church, 314 Highway 332, Hope, AR 71801.
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The Hope Housing Authority is closing the waiting list for Section 8 until further notice.
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Providence-Azar Cemetery in Nevada is needing donations for upkeep. Persons with loved ones buried there can address their donations to Providence-Azar Cemetery Committee, P.O. Box 910, Hope, AR 71802. Contact Phillip McKinney Committee President for further information 870-675-1936
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Huckabee Cemetery is asking for donations for maintenance of the cemetery. Donations may be sent to Todd Martin, 578 Highway 32 East, Hope, AR. 71801.
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Anyone that has family members at the Ayer’s Cemetery is reminded the cemetery is in need of donations for upkeep. If you’d like to help, send donations to Eva Morehead, 1440 Nevada 5, Rosston, 71858.
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To everyone that has family, friends or their own plots picked out in Westmoreland Cemetery, we are struggling at this time to maintain operating capital at a level to keep up the cemetery. As most know we operate this community cemetery on donations made during the year. Donations are not keeping up with our biggest expense which is mowing. So, I’m passing the hat at this time and ask everyone that reads this to share it on their family, friends and let’s see if we can get some help. Thanks to everyone that has helped this year and in the past. James Larry Kaufman, 1147 Hwy 195 S., Washington, AR. 71862, 870-722-6959.