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Community
Attorney General Leslie Rutledge Visits Hempstead Hall Today
Attorney General Leslie Rutledge hosted a roundtable discussion today at Hempstead Hall. Rutledge visited with ten community leaders in responding to questions and concerns. Attendees were given information about upcoming webcasts and virtual trainings pertaining to education, health, and family issues. To review & register for the free trainings, go to the Attorney General’s site at www.ArkansasAG.gov.
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Announcements
Plaque Dedicated to the Graves Family Unveiled at the HUB Today
Today many within the community gathered at the HUB in downtown Hope to unveil a plaque dedicated to the Graves family for their service and dedication to the future of Hope. Mayor Steve Montgomery thanked everyone for coming out and talked about the many great things the Graves family has done for the city of Hope. ” We do appreciate the Graves family for donating their land and giving us the opportunity for us to…
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Announcements
Vehicle Still Missing From May’s Water Service
Monday afternoon a truck was stolen from a residence on highway 278. The truck belongs to Cody McMullan, Owner and Operator of May’s Water Service. The vehicle is a 2001 Dodge Dooley flat bed with a five piece smeal rig on top, just like the one in the photo, left. The person(s) responsible seemed to be headed in the direction of the Rosston/Bodcaw area. Please on the look out. Contact Cody McMullan at 870-703-8196 if…
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Obituaries
Laveta Byers Norris
Laveta Byers Norris went to her heavenly home on October 20, 2020 in Kerrville, Texas. Born in Hope, Arkansas on October 14, 1930, she and her twin sister, Juanita, were the second and third of nine children born to Orie O. And Opal Davis Byers. Growing up in a large family in the small town of Hope, Arkansas instilled many strong values in her including faith, hard work, love for family, kindness and selflessness. She…
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Announcements
Parent/Teacher Conferences Scheduled
Ken MClemore HOPE – The first Hope Public Schools parent/teacher conference day of the COVID-19 affected 2020-2021 school year is scheduled Thursday. Most campuses will have a virtual meeting component in their schedule after the planned early dismissal of classes at 1:20 p.m. Parent/teacher conference plans for each campus are as follows: Clinton Primary School: 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. –Teachers will contact parents of all students on their rosters via telephone and arrange meetings. Zoom…
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Obituaries
Linda Mae Cagle Brown
Linda Mae Cagle Brown, 77, of Hope, Arkansas passed away Monday, October 26, 2020 in Hope. She was born November 10, 1942 in Clark County, Arkansas to Marshall Early and Bonnie Marie Wilson Cagle. Linda retired after being a supervisor at Southern Bakery in Hope. She is preceded in death by her mother and father, brother, James Cagle and grandson, Bobby Ken “Kenny” Brown. Those left to cherish her memory are her husband, Bobby F.…
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Announcements
Ouachita to Host “Unseen Imprints” Exhibit by Guest Artist Trinity Kai Through Dec. 11
By Jessica DaniellOct. 27, 2020For more information, contact OBU’s news bureau at newsbureau@obu.edu or (870) 245-5206 ARKADELPHIA, Ark.—Ouachita Baptist University’s Rosemary Adams Department of Visual Arts will host “Unseen Imprints,” an exhibit by guest artist Trinity Kai, beginning Monday, Nov. 2. The exhibit will be displayed in the Rosemary Gossett Adams Gallery on the first floor of Moses-Provine Hall through December 11 and is free and open to the public. “What Are you” by Trinity Kai from…
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Obituaries
Odell “Buster” Gulley, Jr.
Reflections of LifeOdell “Buster” Gulley Jr. Odell Gulley Jr., also known as Buster, was born on Tuesday, January 7, 1975 to Odell Gulley and the late Sharon Harris in Hope, Arkansas. Buster professed his beliefs in Christ at an early age, when he became a member and was baptized at Rising Star Baptist Church. He later switched his membership to Lonoke Missionary Baptist Church where he proudly sung in the choir. He attended Hope School…
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Obituaries
Shyianne Lockett
Shyianne Lockett age 20 of Dallas, TX departed this life on Monday, October 26, 2020 at Medical City Hospital in Dallas, TX. Service information to follow. Honored Service Provider – McFadden & Hitchye Funeral Enterprises www.mandhfuneral.com
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Announcements
Governor Hutchinson to Provide Virtual COVID-19 Update Today at 1:30
LITTLE ROCK – Governor Asa Hutchinson will provide an update to media virtually this afternoon regarding Arkansas’s COVID-19 response. WHAT: Governor Hutchinson to Provide Virtual COVID-19 UpdateWHEN: 1:30 p.m. | Tuesday, October 27, 2020WHERE: VirtualWATCH: The news conference will be live-streamed here:https://www.youtube.com/c/GovernorAsaHutchinson/live If you have questions or concerns about COVID-19, you can contact the Arkansas Department of…
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Obituaries
Nicky Duane Humphries
Nicky Duane Humphries, age 59, of Garland, Arkansas passed away Friday October 23, 2020 in Texarkana. Memorial services are pending with Herndon-Fuqua Funeral Home of Hope. To plant Memorial Trees in memory of Nicky Duane Humphries, please click here to visit our Sympathy Store.
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Announcements
Dillard Recognized as UAHT Outstanding Faculty at State Conference
U of A Hope-Texarkana Outstanding Faculty Recognized at State Conference HOPE-TEXARKANA, AR – October 27, 2020 The 2020 U of A Hope-Texarkana Outstanding Faculty Member of the Year, Melanie Dillard, was recently recognized at the annual Arkansas Community College’s Conference. Dillard has been employed at the College for twelve years and currently serves as an Academic Skills and Math Instructor and as the Distance Learning Coordinator. According to her nomination letters, “Melanie is outstanding in…
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Razorbacks
Perico Keeps Lead; Razorbacks T6
ONLINE VERSION: https://bit.ly/2G5rO5g RESULTS THRU RD2 (PDF): https://bit.ly/3mspxAKLIVE SCORING: https://bit.ly/31Isjd4 FRANKLIN, Tenn. – Julian Perico opened with an eagle and closed with back-to-back birdies to stay atop the individual leaderboard with a two-day score of 130 (-12) at the Vanderbilt Legends Collegiate, played at the VU Legends Club (par 71, 7,221 yards). Arkansas posted a 4-under-par team score and is tied for sixth with a 36-ole total of 552 (-16). Perico is tied with Vanderbilt’s Matthew Riedel for the lead, each…
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Politics
Rutledge’s Statement on Appointment of Amy Coney Barrett as U.S. Supreme Court Justice
Says, ‘Judge Barrett will adhere to the rule of law to protect our Constitution and our country’ LITTLE ROCK – Arkansas Attorney General Leslie Rutledge released a statement following the U.S. Senate’s confirmation of Judge Amy Coney Barrett as the next U.S. Supreme Court Justice. “As the mother of a two-year old daughter, I am personally and professionally thrilled about today’s historic confirmation of the first mother of young children to serve on the Supreme Court…
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Politics
Governor Hutchinson Praises Confirmation of Judge Amy Coney Barrett
LITTLE ROCK – Governor Asa Hutchinson praised the Senate’s confirmation of President Trump’s nomination of Judge Amy Coney Barrett today as an associate justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. “President Trump chose wisely, and Judge Barrett will be an excellent addition to the Supreme Court,” Governor Hutchinson said today after the Senate confirmed her nomination. “Her originalist view of the Constitution is essential to the rule of law. I am confident she will base her decisions on…
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Politics
Boozman Votes to Confirm Judge Barrett to Serve on the Supreme Court
WASHINGTON–U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) released the following statement after voting to confirm Judge Amy Coney Barrett to serve as Associate Justice on the United States Supreme Court: “Judge Barrett has demonstrated that she is eminently qualified to serve on the Supreme Court. Her resume is impeccable. Her demeanor is calm and unshakeable. Perhaps most importantly, her understanding of the role shows she will be a fair-minded and thoughtful jurist who steers clear of legislating…
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Announcements
HHS Students Sponsor Blood Drive
Ken MClemore HOPE – The Hope High School Student Council, in partnership with LifeShare Blood Center, will sponsor a blood drive at the HHS campus Nov. 3. Student Council Sponsor Sheila Hopson said the group has set a goal of 40 units. Hopson said the blood drive not only benefits the local community but also allows the student organization to raise funds. The event is set for 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Nov. 3…
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Politics
UPDATED: Governor Asa Hutchinson’s Schedule:
October 27 – October 31 October 26, 2020 LITTLE ROCK – The following is a list of public appearances by Governor Asa Hutchinson from Tuesday, October 27, 2020, through Saturday, October 31, 2020: Tuesday, October 27, 2020 JONESBORORadio Interview104.9 FM The Foxhttps://thefox1049.com8:20 a.m.LITTLE ROCKArkansas Independent Producers and Royalty Owners Annual MeetingZOOM9:00 a.m.LITTLE ROCKGovernor’s Weekly COVID-19 BriefingLive Streamhttps://www.youtube.com/c/GovernorAsaHutchinson/live1:30 p.m. Wednesday, October 28, 2020 LITTLE ROCKRadio Interview103.7 The Buzzhttps://1037thebuzz.com7:30 a.m.LITTLE ROCKArkansas Association of Conservation Districts MeetingZOOM1:00 p.m.Thursday,…
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Announcements
‘Virtual day’ Set for Schools
Ken MClemore ‘Virtual day’ set for schools HOPE – The Hope Public Schools will observe a “Virtual Day” on Friday this week in keeping with the academic calendar for 2020-2021. Students and teachers will not be on campus throughout the district during the day Oct. 30 and will work from home. The concept of “virtual” days has been incorporated into the calendar for dates including Oct. 30, Nov. 23-24, Feb. 15, and March 19. The…
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Announcements
Vehicle Stolen From May’s Water Service
This afternoon a truck was stolen from a residence on highway 278. The truck belongs to Cody McMullan, Owner and Operator of May’s Water Service. The vehicle is a 2001 Dodge Dooley flat bed with a five piece smeal rig on top, just like the one in the photo, left. The person(s) responsible seemed to be headed in the direction of the Rosston/Bodcaw area. Please on the look out. Contact Cody McMullan at 870-703-8196 if…
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Razorbacks
Pittman Presser
Nate Allen FAYETTEVILLE – A starting cornerback opening the Razorbacks football season, graduate transfer Jerry Jacobs has opted out of continuing the 2020 campaign, Arkansas Coach Sam Pittman said Monday. Pittman was asked during his Monday press conference if Jacobs, the graduate transfer from Arkansas State, would figure in Saturday’s SEC West game plan against the Texas A&M Aggies. Noting Jacobs “certainly would be,” if available, Pittman said, “Jerry Jacobs has opted out. So he’s…
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Obituaries
Martha Delores (Brown) Thomas
Martha Delores (Brown) Thomas, age 84, formerly of New Braunfels, Texas passed away on October 22, 2020. She was born in the Piney Grove Community of Prescott, Arkansas. Martha was preceded in death by her father, Willis “Billy” Nathan Brown, mother, Bertie Ailene (Ridgell) Brown, and sister Joy Shaver. She is survived by her husband, T. D. Thomas, Jr., sons, Tommy Lynn Wheeler & wife, Hien, Kenneth Lynn Wheeler & wife, Beth; step-daughters, Tobi Bray…
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Announcements
Brentwood Industries to Host Blood Drive Tomorrow
Brentwood Industries will be hosting a blood drive Tuesday, October 27, 2020 with Life Share Blood Center. The drive will start at 8 am and end at 1 pm. Anyone that would like to donate can stop by their facility during those times. Brentwood is located at 118 Brentwood Drive in Industrial Park.
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Razorbacks
Kamani Johnson Signs With Arkansas
ONLINE VERSION: https://bit.ly/2G0MXgV FAYETTEVILLE – University of Arkansas head men’s basketball coach Eric Musselman announced that Kamani Johnson has signed with the Razorbacks. Johnson comes to Arkansas after playing two seasons at Arkansas-Little Rock. The 6-7, 215-pound forward is scheduled to join the program in mid-December and will become eligible for the 2021-22 season. “Kamani comes from a winning program and he has been well coached in a really good system by Darrell Walker,” Musselman…
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Politics
Governor Hutchinson Provides Today’s COVID-19 Update
LITTLE ROCK – Governor Asa Hutchinson provided today’s update on Arkansas’s COVID-19 response. In its Monday update, the Arkansas Department of Health reported 612 new cases; 9,571 active cases; 649 hospitalized, which is up 16 from Sunday; 102 on ventilators, which is up 7 from Sunday; deaths added today, 21, for a total of 1,833; a total of 106,727 cases; 89,730 recoveries; PCR tests, 6,965; antigen tests, 641. The Health Department reported that the top counties for…
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