Prescott 1st Assembly of God 3 Day Revival November 6-8, at 361 Gee Street. Friday night at 7:00 pm with Glenn Wachob, Saturday at 6:00 pm with Kerry England, and Sunday at 11:00 am with Pastor Chris Diehl. Worship by Lexie, Grace, and Jayden.
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Auditions for the Arkansas premiere of When the World Ends, winner of the 2025 Tyler Civic Theatre Audience Choice Award, will be held November 7–9 at the Rapert Library Theatre on the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana’s Hope campus. Auditions are open to students, faculty, staff, and members of the general public. Individuals of all experience levels are encouraged to audition. Audition dates and times are as follows: Saturday, November 7: 2–8 p.m. Sunday, November 8: 1–5 p.m. Monday, November 9: 5–8 p.m. When the World Ends tells the story of Harvey Wilson, a man struggling with low self-confidence and a seemingly unfulfilling life. Taken advantage of by his boss, overlooked by his peers, and invisible to the woman he admires, Harvey has grown accustomed to disappointment. Those interested in auditioning may request audition materials or additional information by contacting Freddie Parks at fparks1976@gmail.com or 870-826-5130.
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All you can eat Pancake Fundraiser Sunday, November 8th, 8:00 am-1:30 pm, at K-N-B Grill in Rosston. Proceeds will help fund the Nevada Honor Students’ trip to New York City in November 2027. Dine in is all you can eat pancakes, 2 sausage patties, and a drink. Carry out is 3 pancakes, 2 sausage patties, and a drink.
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LifeShare Mobile Blood Drive Sunday, November 8th, 11:00 am-3:00 pm, at Hope Walmart. Primary Blood Drive Coordinator is Diane Crow. Email: dmcrow.s01065@stores.us.wal-mart.com Phone: 870-777-5500.
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Blevins School District Parent Engagement Night Monday, November 9th in the library. (Calling all virtual parents. Come out, ask questions, check grades, and review continuing requirements. Board meeting will follow at 6:30 pm in the library.
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Southern Caregivers of Hope Community Coffee Tuesday, November 10th, at the Nevada County Library in Prescott, 9:30-11:00 am.
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Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting for Bank of Delight Hope location Tuesday, November 10th 11:00 am-1:00 pm at 1303 North Hervey. Ribbon cutting at 11:00 am. Free hot dogs.
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Join Hempstead County Master Gardeners for an evening of Fall Floral Fun Tuesday, November 10th at Hope Fair Park Coliseum starting at 5:30 pm. You’ll learn the art of arranging a tabletop centerpiece using natural greenery and materials from Hempstead County Extension Agent, Betty Wingfield, who has expertise through her involvement in the Prescott Rose Garden Club. You’ll be provided with materials to make and take your own arrangement. There is no cost to attend, but seating is limited. Secure your spot by calling the Hempstead County Extension Office at 870-777-5771.
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The City of Hope will be closed Wednesday November 11th, for Veteran’s Day. Trash collection will run normal for this week. The Commercial truck will run its normal schedule for the week. There will be no rubbish pick up for this week.
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The HWL office will be closed Wednesday, November 11th in observance of Veteran’s Day. 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 Hempstead County Courthouse in Hope will be closed Veterans Day, Wednesday, November 11th.
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Farmers Insurance, Rodney Orr Agency Community Coffee, Wednesday, November 11th, 601 S Main St, Hope, 9:30am-11:00am.
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The Hempstead County Veterans Day program is set for Wednesday, November 11th at 11 am at the old Hempstead County Courthouse at 400 South Washington in Hope. The public is invited to help honor the veterans. The Hope Lions Club will hold a fish fry following the ceremony. Veterans and 1 guest eat free. The cost will be $15 per person for all others.
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LifeShare Mobile Blood Drive Thursday, November 12th, 9:00 am-1:30 pm, at Spring Hill High School, 633 Highway 355 West. Primary Blood Drive Coordinator is Tracey Trickett, Email: tracey.trickett@shbears.org
Phone: 870-777-8236.
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Southwest Arkansas Arts Council invites the community to a welcome reception honoring Executive Director Jennifer Gentry on Thursday, November 12th, from 5:30 to 6:30 pm at the SWAAC Arts Station, 200 E. Division Street in downtown Hope. The reception will provide an opportunity to meet Gentry, visit with Arts Council board members, and celebrate a new chapter for the organization. Community members are encouraged to stop by, introduce themselves and help welcome Gentry to her leadership role. Founded in 1986, the Southwest Arkansas Arts Council serves Hope, Hempstead County and the surrounding region through arts programming and cultural enrichment.
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Hope Evening Lions Food Pantry Saturday, November 14th, 3301 E 3rd, Hope, starting at 9:00 am.
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Cozy Threads: A Mug Rug Weaving Experience Workshop at Historic Washington State Park, Saturday, November 14th, 9am–2pm. Join us for a hands-on weaving workshop perfect for beginners and craft enthusiasts alike. In this class, participants will learn the fundamentals of weaving using a simple frame loom. They will explore basic weaving structures, experiment with color, and walk step-by-step through the process of warping the loom, creating patterns, and finishing a woven piece. Admission is $25 per person. Reservations required. For more information contact the park visitor center at 870-983-2684.
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“Winter Defense” Tincture Workshop: Join us at Historic Washington State Park on Saturday, November 14 from 10 a.m.—3 p.m. Step back in time to protect your health this winter. Discover traditional 19th century secrets to crafting your own herbal tinctures designed for respiratory support, antiviral defense, and boosting immunity. Participants will leave with the knowledge and the remedies to keep their family breathing easy all season long. This cozy, hands-on workshop is tailored for all experience levels. Reservations are required. Participants must be 21 or older, as the tinctures will be alcohol-based. Class will break for a one-hour lunch (on your own). The cost for attendance is $40 per person. Contact the park visitor center at 870-983-2684 to register or if you have any questions.
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Haybarn Championship Wrestling returns to Prescott, Saturday, November 14th For HCW Thanksgiving Throwdown! Make sure to bring the whole family, every child 17 and under gets in free with a purchasing adult at 841 Gee Street Prescott. Doors: 5:00 pm (VIP)/5:30 pm (General Admission). Bell Time: 6:00 pm.
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St. Luke # 2 Missionary Baptist Church, 5296 Hempstead 2, Fulton, 44th Pastor Anniversary Celebration honoring Pastor James T. Conway, Sunday, November 15th at 3:00 pm. Guest Speaker is Pastor Floyd Trotter of Solid Rock Baptist Church, Paris, TX. With Praise & Worship led by Darlene Stuart.
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Prescott/Nevada Ministerial Alliance Thanksgiving Service Sunday, November 15th, 5:00 pm, at The Spot Youth Center, 223 East Elm Street, Prescott. Come be a part of worship and fellowship right before Thanksgiving.
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Keller Williams Realty-Gayle Dixon, Realtor Community Coffee Tuesday, November 17th, at the Nevada County Library in Prescott, 9:30-11:00 am.
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Mommy and Me, 9:00 am, Tuesday, November 17th, at Southwest Arkansas Arts Council, 200 East Division in Hope. Mom’s and their little ones under the age of 5-join in for songs, crafts, and more. Free registration is required. Contact 870-777-8200, swaac13@gmail.com
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Homeschool Art Club 11:00 am-2:00 pm, Tuesday, November 17th, at Southwest Arkansas Arts Council, 200 East Division in Hope. Learn about Tony Sarg and the famous balloons of the Macy’s parade. Registration is required. $5 for non-members, $3 for members. Contact 870-777-8200, swaac13@gmail.com
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After School Art Club, 4:30 pm, Tuesday, November 17th, at Southwest Arkansas Arts Council, 200 East Division in Hope. Learn about Tony Sarg and the famous balloons of the Macy’s parade. Registration is required. $5 for non-members, $3 for members. Contact 870-777-8200, swaac13@gmail.com
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Kid’s Portraits, Thursday. November 19th, at Southwest Arkansas Arts Council, 200 East Division in Hope. Registration is required. $35 for a kid for non-members, $25 per kid for members. Contact 870-777-8200, swaac13@gmail.com
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Klipsch Museum Work Weekend, 11/19 – 11/21, at 403 W. Division St., Hope, 9 a.m. Museum Facilities Committee has a long to-do list and could use your help! Lunch provided each day. Contact Executive Director Ginny Sanders for more information – info@klipschmuseum.org.
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Christmas Splendor Thursday, November 19th, Downtown Hope, 5:00 pm-8:00 pm. As always, the highly anticipated Christmas Open House will be filled with in-store fun, refreshments, & special deals! Included in the event, carriage rides, caroling, jazz band & DJ, Mrs. Claus Story Times, Reindeer Squad rides, contests with exciting prizes, Wish Tree, & so much more!
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LifeShare Mobile Blood Drive Friday, November 20th,11:30 am-4:00 pm, Tyson Foods, 275 County Road 278, Hope. Primary Blood Drive Coordinator is Pam Brown, Email: pamela.brown@tyson.com, Phone: 870-777-7311.
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Bake Sale Saturday, November 21st, 3rd and Main Streets in Hope, across from the First Baptist Church, 9 am to 1 pm. Sponsored by the Hempstead County Republican Committee.
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LifeShare Mobile Blood Drive Monday, November 30th,10:00 am-3:00 pm, Hope High School Auditorium, 1700 South Main. Primary Blood Drive Coordinator is Stephanie Alvarado. Email: stephanie.alvarado@hpsdistrict.org Phone: 870-777-3451.
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Introduction to Forging Workshop,11/21 – 11/22, Historic Washington State Park, 9am–4pm. Join the park smiths at the forge for a hands-on class covering the basic operations of blacksmithing. Participants will make simple art objects and more functional objects with the beauty that only hand forging can give iron and steel! Materials and tools are supplied. The minimum age is 16 (accompanied by an adult). $200 per person. Reservations required. For more information contact the park visitor center at 870-983-2684.
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Hempstead County Courthouse Community Coffee, 200 E 3rd St, Hope, Wednesday, December 2nd, 9:30am-11:00am.
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Community Wide Free Toy Fair Saturday, December 5th, at the Nevada County Fairgrounds in Prescott. All toys will be new or gently used and available to anyone in need free of charge. Donations are being accepted through December 4th. Please call to coordinate drop off” Shelbi Boeckman, 870-703-0420, Becky Koger, 870-703-5797, or Amanda McKamie, 870-796-0556.
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Sheep & Goat Producer Meeting Tuesday, December 8th, 6:00 pm, at the Nevada County Extension Office, 877 East Main Street, in Prescott. Guest speakers are Chris Sweat, Russell Womack, and Stacey Stone. Topics for the meeting include: proper fencing, RF collars, parasite control, and more. Seating is limited and a meal will be provided. RSVP to the Nevada County Extension Office at 870-887-2818.
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Retirement Reception for dedicated Nevada County Courthouse employees Cherrie Wilson, Linda Bell, Rita Reyenga, Lorelei Hale, and Pam Box Thursday, December 10th, 9:30-11:00 am, at the Nevada County Courthouse in Prescott. Come wish them well in their retirement!
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Prescott-Nevada County Chamber of Commerce Christmas Parade theme is…A CANDYLAND CHRISTMAS! So get those creative ideas flowing, gather your groups, and start planning those sweet and colorful floats! We can’t wait to see what everyone comes up with! Thursday, December 10th, 6:00 pm. Immediately following the parade will be Christmas on the Square! Let’s fill the streets of Prescott with Christmas magic, candy canes, gingerbread houses, and lots of holiday cheer!
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Southwest Arkansas Regional Medical Center is partnering with Hospice of Texarkana to host a free grief support group beginning Monday, October 5, at the hospital. Led by Rick Huntze of Hospice of Texarkana, the group will provide a safe and supportive space for individuals grieving the loss of a loved one. Participants will have an opportunity to share, listen and connect with others who understand the experience of grief. The grief support group will meet every Monday from 2:00 to 3:00 pm in the Private Dining Room at Southwest Arkansas Regional Medical Center, located at 2001 S. Main St. in Hope. The group is free and open to the public, and no registration is required. Southwest Arkansas Regional Medical Center is grateful to partner with Hospice of Texarkana to provide this resource to individuals and families in the area. For more information about the grief support group, please contact Southwest Arkansas Regional Medical Center at (870) 722-3800 (ext. 3866) or Hospice of Texarkana at (903) 794-4263.
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The cemetery in Saratoga, Arkansas is maintained solely through donations. If you would like to help, please send your donations to: Saratoga Cemetery Association, P. O. Box 114, Saratoga, Arkansas 71859.
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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.