
The Nevada County Retired School Employees Association is again sponsoring a Cereal Drive during the next 6 weeks. The cereal ( as well as oatmeal, protein bars, or any other breakfast food) will be given to Food Share in Prescott as well as The Call, which services Hempstead and Nevada County. The collection will continue until Friday, July 11, which is the pick-up date. All boxes will be taken on that day to the Stokes Center at Central Baptist Church in Prescott. If you need someone to pick up your boxes, you may call Ann Oliver at 870-796-1570 or Jane Purtle at 870-403-8875. You may drop cereal off at Bank of Delight, Cash Saver Grocery Store, Church of Christ in Prescott, Dalrymple & Crain Accounting, Dollar General, Express RX, Farmers Bank & Trust, First Baptist Church, First United Methodist Church in Prescott, and Prescott Flowers.
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The Prescott Juneteenth Celebration is coming up and the event is looking for vendors, sponsors, and donors. The theme is “Mental Health”. For information contact Jessica Marshall at 870-292-9807.
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Vacation Bible School June 13-15 at Saratoga Church of Christ, 108 Highway 32 West. Theme is Biblical Mountains. Mount Sinai Friday at 6:30 pm. Mount Carmel Saturday at 10:00 am and Mount of Transfiguration at 1:00 pm Saturday. Mount of Olives Sunday, June 15th, at 9:15 am.
City of Hope Juneteenth trash schedule will run normal on Monday and Tuesday June 16-17, and Friday, June 20th. Thursday June 19th trash will be picked up on Wednesday. There will be no rubbish pick up this week. Commercial route will run normal.
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The Arkansas Constitution pop-up exhibit exploring the founding document of the state of Arkansas will be on display June 16 – July 12 at the Nevada County Depot Museum, 403 West 1st Street South in Prescott. Free admission.
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The HWL office will be closed Thursday, June 19th in observance of Juneteenth. If there is a water, electric, or internet emergency please call 870-777-3000. If you need to make a payment, you can use the kiosk located inside the first set of double doors, mail your payment to P.O. Box 2020, Hope, AR 71802, pay through Smarthub with one of your electronic devices, or call 870-777-3000 to pay over the telephone.
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The Civic Coalition of Prescott will host a community meal at Prescott’s First United Methodist Church Thursday (6-19). The group is a coalition of the Kiwanis, Lion’s and Rotary clubs in Prescott. Anyone needing delivery can call 870-602-1400 or 870-299-3325. The meal is free and all are welcome!
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Monthly Singing at the Prescott Senior Citizen Center Friday, June 20th at 6:30. Singers will be Tim Steed, Darlene and Kenny Wiley and Russ Carlton. Bring finger foods for intermission!
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The monthly singing at Guernsey Baptist Church is Friday, June 20th, at 6:00 pm. There will be a potluck supper.
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Historic Washington State Park announces the annual summer concert series Music in the Park with the theme “An Evening of Jazz.” Free concerts will be held in June, July, and August on the 1874 Courthouse lawn. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or a blanket to sit on. Concerts begin at 7:30 pm. Saturday, June 21st, guests are the Majestic Jazz Band. Majestic Jazz Band is a great local jazz band that has played in several local venues in Texarkana, Hope, and the region. A group of talented musicians located in the Ark-La-Tex region that loved to share their love of jazz music.
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Avery’s Chapel Church will host its annual fourth Sunday in June Homecoming event on June 22nd. Services will begin at 11am with Gerald Moses bringing the message. A potluck meal will follow in the church’s new fellowship hall. Avery’s Chapel was founded in 1855 and the congregation is celebrating its 170th year.
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Hope Physical Therapy Community Coffee Wednesday, June 26th, 9:30-11:99 am at 1405 South Main in Hope.
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Grand Opening Chamber event for Wilson’s Salon in Prescott Thursday, June 26th at 10 am, at 418 East 4th Street South in Prescott. The business is open. Call 870-706-0193.
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Prescott Nevada County Library “Color Our World” Summer Reading Program for all ages. Mr. Magical Balloon Man Friday, June 27th at 10 am at the library, The Circus Man Tuesday, July 8th at 10:30 am at Prescott City Park Pavillion, Big Poppa Bubble Tuesday, July 15th at 10:30 am at Prescott City Park Pavillion, and Wild Things ZOOFARI Tuesday, July 22nd at the librry. For more information, go by the library at 121 West Main street or call 870-887-5846, or email nevcolib@gmail.com. Register at https://forms.gle/Tu5eitdTo1Wh4oV39
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Brother Kenneth Bobo’s 65th Ministry Anniversary Sunday, June 29th, 6:00 pm at Providence Baptist Church, Highway 29, south of Hope. Everyone is invited to come and hear Brother Kenneth Bobo preach the Word and enjoy fellowship afterwards.
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The City of Prescott along with the Prescott-Nevada County Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the 2025 4th of July Firework Show Tuesday, July 1st at the Prescott Football Field. Join in for a night of fun, music, food trucks and of course Fireworks! Fireworks will go off shortly after sundown.
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6th Annual Food, Fireworks, & Friends Independence Day Celebration Thursday, July 3rd, at the DeAnn Volunteer Fire Department. Activities start at 6:00 pm.
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LifeShare Blood Drive, Friday, July 4th, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm, Walmart Hope, 2400 North Hervey. Primary Blood Drive Coordinator Diane Crow, Email: dmcrow.s01065@stores.us.wal-mart.com Phone: 870-777-5500.
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Okay Community Baptist Church will not hold their first Friday singing Independence Day, Friday, July 4th.
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Homecoming at Bodcaw Baptist Church, 2469 Hwy 53, (GPS Rosston),Sunday, July 13th, 11:00 am, with potluck to follow. Ed Phillips speaker, Bruce Porter, pastor.
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Revival services at Bodcaw Baptist Church, 2469 Hwy 53, (GPS Rosston) July 14-16, 7:00 pm, with Neql Ridling evangelist, Bruce Porter, pastor.
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Hempstead Hall presents Stand Up Comedy Night featuring Adam Bush, Chris Munch, and Zeb Balentine Thursday, July 17th at 7:00 pm. Clean comedy. Table includes appetizers and drink tickets. No individual tickets will be sold to this event. Table of 6 – $215. Table of 4 – $150. Table of 2 – $75. Call 870.722-8565 or go to hempsteadhall.com for more information.
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Beginning Hat Making Workshop Friday, July 18th, 4:00-7:00 pm at the Nevada County Depot & Museum, 403 West 3rd Street, South, Prescott. Tickets are $40. All supplies included with refreshments provided. Learn the basics of making and covering hat forms. Participants will learn the basics of hand made hat forms and complete one pillbox-style hat. This activity involves hand sewing techniques using needle & thread. All tools and supplies included in the ticket price. A light dinner is included and a variety of vintage hats will be on display for inspiration. This workshop is limited to 10 participants and tickets must be purchased in advance. Deadline for purchasing tickets is July 1. Tickets go on sale now.
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Summer Fun Day sponsored by Curry Community Outreach and Mayor Terry Oliver Saturday, July 19th from 11:00 am-6:00 pm at 841 Gee Street in Prescott. The event is in honor of the late Barbara Inscore Brown (Feb. 9, 1951-May 27, 2025.) You are invited to come join the fun, games, food, friends, and family.
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Historic Washington State Park annual summer concert series Music in the Park with the theme “An Evening of Jazz.” Free concerts will be held on the 1874 Courthouse lawn. Saturday, July 19th, guest is William McNally. William McNally is a ragtime enthusiast and performer of the music of Scott Joplin. McNally is the 2016 and 2017 champion of the World Championship Old-Time Piano Playing Contest and the first three-time winner of its New Rag Contest. He has several recordings, including Chickens ‘n’ Kittens: a Ragtime Coup, which follows his interest in modern and classically trained ragtime composers. Learn more at www.williammcnally.com. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or a blanket to sit on. Concerts begin at 7:30 pm.
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Revival services at New Liberty Baptist Church near Emmet July 21-25, 7:00 pm. John Nation, evangelist. Billy Chris Langston, pastor.
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FairHills Fire Department is calling all vendors and car fanatics! They will be having a Summer Bash at the Nevada County Fairgrounds in Prescott on July 26 as a fundraiser event to raise money towards building a new station. If you are a vendor of goods or foods or whatever you offer and would like to set up at our event, please reach out to Josie Beavers at 870-602-1592. They will have space inside and outside for set ups. Set up fee will be $50. This year we will also be hosting their first annual FairHills Car show! If you think your car has what it takes to win best in show, please reach out to Josie Beavers at 870-602-1592. Entry fee will be $20 per entry. There will be prizes for Best in Show and runner up!
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Homecoming at Bodcaw #1 Baptist Church, 751 Nevada 13, (GPS Emmet), Sunday, July 27th, 10:20 am; potluck to follow. John Ed Dorman, devotional, James Ross, speaker, Lane Garner, pastor.
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Calling all parade enthusiasts! It’s time to join the fun and be a part of the 2025 Hope Watermelon Festival Parade. Whether you’re a community group, local business, or just love a good parade, we want YOU to participate! Decorate your floats, gather your marching bands, and showcase your spirit! This is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate our community and the beloved tradition of the Watermelon Festival.
The parade will be held on Monday August 4th. Don’t miss out on being a part of this exciting event! See Hope Chamber of Commerce Facebook page for more.
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Politically Correct Watermelon Eating Contest at the 49th Annual Hope Watermelon Festival Saturday, August 9th at 11:00 am at Hope Fair Park Hebrews 11:1 Stage (old BancorpSouth Stage).
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Historic Washington State Park annual summer concert series Music in the Park with the theme “An Evening of Jazz.” Free concerts will be held on the 1874 Courthouse lawn. Saturday, August 16th. Guests will be the 106th Army Arkansas National Guard Jazz Band. The 106th Army Arkansas National Guard Jazz Band is part of the Arkansas National Guard headquartered in North Little Rock, Ark. They perform at different venues around the state. Come and support our members of the Arkansas National Guard. Learn more at https://www.facebook.com/106thArmyBand/.
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The University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana will begin summer hours the week of May 12, 2025. Beginning Friday, May 16, 2025, through Friday, August 1, 2025, the College will be open to the public from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday and from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Friday. Beginning Monday, August 4, 2025, UAHT will resume normal business hours of Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
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Herndon-Fuqua Funeral Home staff ask that family members clear grave markers, monuments, and mausoleums of all items not in vases. Mowing season at the Memory Gardens cemetery starts April 1 to October 30. Items on the ground such as glass objects, windchimes, rock pavers, fences of any kind, and statues hinder our staff from mowing. On June 1 staff will collect or discard all items not in vases. Family members will need to pick up any personal items you want to keep. New burials will have 14 days to keep standing floral arrangements before they will be removed and discarded. Any and all glass is strictly prohibited. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
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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.