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Razorbacks
Hogs lose to Texas Tech
By Nate Allen FAYETTEVILLE – Arkansas led 3-0, trailed, 4-3, tied it 4-4 then lost 5-4 its topsy-turvy College World Series loser’s bracket game to the Texas Tech Raiders Monday afternoon at TD Ameritrade Park in Omaha, Neb. Monday’s loss, coupled with Arkansas’ 1-0 CWS first-round loss Saturday night to the Florida State Seminoles, ends the season at 46-20 for Coach Dave Van Horn’s SEC West co-champion Razorbacks making Arkansas’ first back to back…
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Community
Hope Lions Club & Lions International honors three members
By Mark Ross The Hope Lions Club & Lions International honored three of their own members at their Monday noon meeting. The members received a 100 Century Diamond pin. The pin was an honor due to the members sponsoring 10 or more new members. The Club also discussed and approved upgrades to the the Lions Club Den (Former Hope Band Booster Building) kitchen located at the Hope Fair Park. This will be the second year…
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Business
Farmers Bank Main Branch Closing Friday for Move to New Location
Things are moving one step closer to the Hempstead County Courthouse opening at its new location in the former Farmers Bank & Trust building as the bank has officially announced it will be moving to its newly constructed building this weekend. According to a release from the company, Farmers Bank & Trust will be closed Friday, June 21 as the process of moving from the current location at 200 E. Third St. to their new…
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Uncategorized
HPD Hiring Administrative Assistant
Submitted by Hope Police Department The Hope Police Department is accepting applications for an Administrative Assistant. A job description is available upon request at the Hope Police Department. Applicants must be at least 21 years of age, free of felony and certain misdemeanor convictions, professional and of good moral character. All applicants must complete a City of Hope Application Form, which may be obtained at the Hope Police Department, City Hall, or go to the…
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Obituaries
Art Stiles
Mr. Art Stiles passed away Thursday, June 13, 2019. Services are pending at this time.
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Razorbacks
Four Razorbacks Honored by D1 Baseball, Perfect Game
Contributed by John Thomas FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – As the start of the 2019 College World Series approaches, four Razorbacks were recognized by D1 Baseball and Perfect Game on the publication’s All-America squads. Isaiah Campbell picked up second team honors from both outlets, while Matt Cronin received third team accolades from D1 Baseball and was an honorable mention selection by Perfect Game, bringing both of their All-America totals to five this season. Additionally, Jack Kenley earned third…
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Obituaries
Matt J. Cox
Matt J. Cox, 67, of Hope, AR passed away June 11, 2019 at Hospice of Texarkana, TX. Peacefully in his sleep and gained his angel wings. Mr. Cox was born February 21, 1952 in Lodi, CA and resided in Arkansas for many years. After graduating high school, he joined the army and did a tour in Vietnam. He worked at Klipsch for 16 years and then at the sawmill in Emmet, where he retired. He…
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Daily Devotionals
Read the Bible for Life!
By Daniel Bramlett I have a serious burden that I would like to share with you. Are you ready for this? Families are not reading their Bibles together. That’s it. We have lost the family that is dedicated to the regular reading of the Word together. Do you think that is a big deal? I do. Here’s why. Kids who grow up reading the Word are most likely to keep walking with Jesus. Kids who…
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Obituaries
Doreather Stewart
Texarkana, AR – Doreather Stewart, 72, of Texarkana, AR fell asleep in death Sunday, June 9, 2019 in Texarkana, Texas. Funeral services will be held 1pm Saturday, June 15 at The Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 1605 E. 50th Street, Texarkana, AR 71854. Doreather was born in Holmer, AR to James and Olean Winfield. She married Alvin Stewart on March 21, 1967. She was baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses July 16, 1973. Doreather is preceded…
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Obituaries
Bud Martin Jr.
A.G. “Bud” Martin Jr., age 80, of the Spring Hill Community passed away Monday, June 10, 2019 in Texarkana, Texas. He was born September 5, 1938 in Spring Hillto Alvin Glendon Sr. “Buck” and Gladys Minter Martin. He was a farmer and rancher who loved hunting, fishing and tending to his cows. Bud is preceded in death by his parents; one son, A.G. “Buddy” Martin III; three sisters, Sue, Mary and Becky; two nephews Nathan Powell…
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Announcements
The University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana Fires Up New Bladesmith School inHistoric Washington State Park
Contributed by Casey Curtis, Communications Coordinator, UAHT HOPE, AR – June 11, 2019 The University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana (UAHT) is preparing to launch a new bladesmith school this fall to celebrate and preserve the art of bladesmithing and the birth of the famous Bowie Knife in Arkansas. UAHT has worked closely with Historic Washington State Park to establish the James Black School of Bladesmithing in Historic Washington, Arkansas. In 1830, James Black crafted…
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Razorbacks
Hogs Omaha Bound – Arkansas vs. Ole Miss
By Nate Allen FAYETTEVILLE – Dave Van Horn’s quick hook, Cody Scroggins’ arm and an Arkansas batting barrage rocketed the Razorbacks 14-1 by the Ole Miss Rebels in Monday’s winner-take-all Super Regional final before 10,093 ticket scanned and total paid 11,095 at Baum-Walker Stadium and this weekend on to Omaha and the College World Series. It marks the 10th College World Series in University of Arkansas history, the fifth under Van Horn’s coaching, and following…
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Community
Farmer’s Market Growing Success
Farmer’s Market Coordinator Jodi Coffee said this is the first season out of seven to have been able to utilize the new venue. “This is our first year at the ‘hub’, and it is our biggest vendor turn out,” Coffee said. Natural enthusiasts and fresh farm grown fruit and vegetable lovers hovered around the booths as early as 7. a.m. ” They sell out in as quick as 45 minutes, then pack up and go…
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Announcements
Prescott Preschool Enrollment Open
Prescott ABC Preschool is now enrolling 3 and 4-year-olds for the the 2019-2020 school year. To qualify, your child must turn three by August 1, 2019. For more information, contact ABC Coordinator Lynn Foster at 870-777-3076 Ext. 137.
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Community
Hundreds Gather to Honor Maleah Davis in Fulton
The mood was somber among the large crowd gathered in the early summer sunshine at Red River Truck Stop Saturday morning as they prepared to walk together across the bridge spanning I-30 and to the location where the memorial service in honor of 4-year-old Maleah Davis of Houston, TX was held. Firefighters and deputies closed down access to Hempstead County Road 1 as the hundreds who attended made their way to the entrance of the…
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Community
Expected at market Tuesday, June 11th
Salinas Farm – Tricia Salinas – cabbage, cucumbers, yellow squash, zucchini, potatoes, green tomatoes, limited blueberries, blackberries, plums, jellies and honey. Log Cabin Soapery – Sue and Lee Nesom – a variety of essential oil and fragrance oil soaps. This week: two new soaps especially for the men in your lives – Summer Rain and Black Cashmere. Special offer: With purchase, Log Cabin Soapery is offering gift-wrapped baskets while you shop the market! Bright Family…
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Community
Super 1 Makes Gatorade Donation to HFD
Super 1 Foods made a donation of Gatorade to members of the Hope Fire Department on Saturday as part of the store’s work to support local first responders. Assistant Manager Conner Tackett said that this is something they do every year and plan to continue to do. Members of the Hope Fire Department loaded up in their fire trucks and went to Super 1 Foods Saturday morning to pick up the Gatorade and thank the…
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Razorbacks
Rebels Rout Hogs – Arkansas vs. Ole Miss
By Nate Allen FAYETTEVILLE – So far the visiting team hitting a first-inning home run ultimately spells defeat for the visitor in this best 2 of 3 baseball Super Regional between Arkansas and Ole Miss knotted one game each at Baum-Walker Stadium. With Ole Miss storming back 13-5 Sunday after Arkansas won, 11-2 Saturday, the Super Regional is set to conclude in today’s 3 p.m winner take all game on ESPN2 at Baum-Walker Stadium. Today’s…
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Obituaries
LeRoy Morrow
Mr. LeRoy Morrow, age 73 of McCaskill, Arkansas, passed away Sunday June 9, 2019, in Hot Springs, Arkansas. Funeral services are pending at his time but will be announced by BRAZZEL/Oakcrest The Funeral Home of Hope, Eddie Brazzel Director, Online register: www.brazzelfuneralhomes.com
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Community
From Rain to Shine to Fun with Annual Dance Recital
Frills, lace and an obvious love for the beat of the music captivated a full house at Hempstead Hall Saturday evening at the annual Danctastics dance recital. It was appropriately themed Fairytales and Nursery Rhymes for a magical evening of tapping and twirling. It is often a bittersweet occasion as older ones dance through their last performances and make room for new talents. Emotions shone from the eyes of parents and dancers after a long…
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Razorbacks
Arkansas vs. Ole Miss Saturday regional gamer
By Nate Allen FAYETTEVILLE – Whatever “number” that Arkansas Coach Dave Van Horn said the Ole Miss Rebels had beating Arkansas 10 of their last 14 meetings since 2016, the Rebels didn’t have Saturday past their second batter of the first inning. For after Grae Kessinger’s solo home run, the Razorbacks scored 11 before Thomas Dillard’s ninth inning Ole Miss solo home run, and achieved an 11-2 Arkansas victory in Saturday’s first game of the…
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Community
Confederate Railroad Rolls through Hope
Energy, fun and excitement filled the Hempstead Hall crowd Friday night as southern rockers, Confederate Railroad, kicked off the show. When lead vocalist Danny Shirley was asked if the band had any prior connections to this part of Arkansas he said no but, “So far so good.” “It’s a beautiful venue and everyone has been great,” Shirley said. Shirley said the band that has been in business for 43 years have played in Arkansas “many,…
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Razorbacks
Arkansas vs. Ole Miss advance leading with Casey Opitz
By Nate Allen FAYETTEVILLE – If familiarity breeds contempt, then the Arkansas Razorbacks and Ole Miss Rebels ought totally to disregard the other. But they can’t. Because unlike their previous five games for 2019 with Arkansas sharing the SEC West co-championship with Mississippi State but losing twice to Ole Miss in the March 3-game SEC series at Baum-Walker Stadium and each beating the other in two SEC games last month in Hoover, Ala., the winner…
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Announcements
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Community
Upcoming Chamber Events for the week of June 10-14
Two upcoming dates to remember for the week of June 10-14: Wednesday, June 12 – 9:30-11:00 – Community Coffee – Host & Location: First Presbyterian Church Thursday, June 13 – 9:30-11:00 – 60th Anniversary Celebration at Still’s Auto
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