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Razorbacks
Sam Pittman New Head Football Coach at Arkansas
Sam Pittman announced as New Head Football Coach at Arkansas during press conference today. The south scoreboard at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium welcomes new head football coach Sam Pittman. New head football coach Sam Pittman is introduced to Razorback nation by Athletic Director Hunter Yurachek Monday afternoon at the Hogs indoor practice facility. New head football coach Sam Pittman is introduced to Razorback nation by Athletic Director Hunter Yurachek Monday afternoon at the Hogs…
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Politics
Governor Hutchinson Orders Flags to Fly at Half-Staff in Memory of Fallen Fayetteville Police Officer Stephen Carr
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 9, 2019 LITTLE ROCK – Governor Asa Hutchinson has ordered the United States flag and state flag of Arkansas to fly at half-staff in tribute to the memory of Fayetteville Police Officer Stephen Carr. Flags are to remain at half-staff until the day of interment. Officer Carr was killed in the line of duty on the evening of Saturday, December 7, 2019. A devoted public servant, Officer Carr’s selfless and brave nature…
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Announcements
M-pact Set for Hempstead Hall
M-pact, based in Los Angeles, Calif., will bring its vocal acrobatics and unique a cappella musical talents to the main stage at Hempstead Hall at 7 p.m. Dec. 13. Tickets may be purchased by contacting Hempstead Hall at 870-722-8565 or at www.hempsteadhall.com online. — SWAAC HOPE – The Southwest Arkansas Arts Council, in association with Hempstead Hall, will present one of the most unique, fresh musical sounds in the entertainment industry today in concert here…
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Announcements
Dollars or Sunsets’ puts Perspective to NPS, AGFC for Students
National Parks Service Education Specialist Mike Simpson, left, and Arkansas Game and Fish Commission Southwest Regional Educator Casey Hardaway, right, explain the opportunities for employment in the federal and state land and wildlife resources management agencies in Hope and Hempstead County. Simpson and Hardaway explained the two agencies in Hope High School Noble Impact classes as part of the Hope Public Schools Employers of the Month series. – Ken McLemore/Hope Public Schools HOPE – It’s…
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Community
FNBTB Hosts Window Decor Contest for Local Businesses
To add a little more fun for local businesses this Christmas Season, First National Bank of Tom Bean recently sponsored a Window Decor Contest. Winners of the contest were: 3rd Place: The Picket Fence 2nd Place: Wilson’s Four State Furniture 1st Place: Elm Street Marketplace The Hope-Hempstead County Chamber of Commerce encourages everyone to take the time to check out the beautifully decorated windows of the winners as well as all the other businesses throughout.
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Community
Firefighters Save Home in Weekend Fire
Firefighters were able to save the home of Verna May Stuart over the weekend after a fire broke out in the kitchen of her home located in the 200 block of East Beech St. Stuart said she didn’t know if anyone was cooking in the house at the time but she knew something was very wrong when she woke up to find smoke in her bedroom and her kitchen on fire. Stuart was able to…
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Obituaries
Gary Garrett
Mr. Gary Lynn Garrett age 58 of Grey, Louisiana, formerly of Rosston, Arkansas, passed away Friday. December 6, 2019. Gary was born July 29. 1961 in Ashdown, Arkansas to Lester Clinton and Willie Allene Shelton Garrett. He served in the United States Navy. He is preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include his wife of 23 years, LaRhondia Crumley Garrett, a brother, Clinton Garret, and a host of aunts, uncles, and cousins. No family…
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Obituaries
Charlton Hicks
Mr. Charlton Hicks, 57, of Hope passed on Friday, December 7 in Hope. Arrangements are pending with Hicks Funeral Home, Inc. Mr. Thomas Morrison, 48, of Hope passed on Monday, December 9 in Hope. Arrangements are pending with Hicks Funeral Home, Inc.
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Community
FedEx Driver Injured When Truck Crashes Into Tree
A FedEx driver was injured when he truck impacted head-on with a tree in Hempstead County Monday. Kathleen Hawkins was traveling west on Hempstead County Road 2 in a FedEx delivery truck when she lost control, running off of the north side of the road and impacting a cluster of trees head-on. The crash caused major damage to the front of the truck and set off the airbags. A nearby resident said the driver had…
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Community
Chicken Den Cuts the Ribbon in Prescott
Last week the Chicken Den, located at 221 Holly St. in Prescott hosted their Ribbon Cutting ceremony with the Prescott/Nevada County Chamber of Commerce. Many Prescott citizens came to support owners Stacy Jester and Ricco Hopper as they added another great feature to the town offering good food and friendly service. “I’ve always wanted a restaurant of my own since I was raised running the Broadway restaurant with my grandparents from age 12 to 21.…
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Community
Hempstead County Courthouse Hosts a Popular Community Coffee
Last week the Hempstead County Courthouse joined with the Hope Chamber of Commerce to host their community coffee. Around 30 or more citizens showed up to the event in support for Courthouse and its hardworking members. The coffee was held at the top of the stairs in the main entrance, with a very wide variety of food and desserts displayed for everyone to enjoy. Hempstead County Judge, Jerry Crane welcomed everyone to the event and…
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Community
HAPS Performs Christmas Program at Hope Haven
The fifth grade students from HAPS (Hope Academy of Public Service) presented a Christmas Program that entertained some of the residents at Hope Haven Assisted Living Community Saturday morning. According to HAPs repersentive Joan Duke Crowder, the program was a service project that allowed the students to spend time with and bring cheer to the elderly and shut-ins in our community. “Having experiences like this lets our students give back to the community that supports…
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Announcements
Holiday Show at Hempstead Hall Featuring Award-winning m-pact
Hope, Ark. – Award-winning acapella sextet m-pact will headline this year’s holiday show at Hempstead Hall on the University of Arkansas Hope campus on December 13, 2019. Tickets are on sale now at hempsteadhall.com and range from $40 – $30. M-pact’s “White Christmas” is part of the 2019-2020 Southwest Arkansas Arts Council & Hempstead Hall Performing Arts Series. M-pact has performed with pop superstars Sheryl Crow, Boyz II Men, Kenny G, Liza Minnelli, Babyface, Rick…
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Announcements
Spring Hill School District December Board Meeting Agenda
The Spring Hill School District will hold their regular monthly board meeting on Thursday, December 12, 2019 in the elementary conference room at 6:00 pm. AGENDA:Call to orderPrayerReconstitute the BoardApproval of MinutesApproval of Financial ReportCampus Updates NEW BUSINESS:Approve New Transportation Policies Personnel Adjournment
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Community
Local Children Enjoy Breakfast With Santa
Several local children enjoyed Breakfast with Santa Saturday morning in downtown Hope. The Hope Junior Auxiliary, in association with the Hope Downtown Network, hosted the event serving pancakes and refreshments. While Santa sat in front of the Giant Christmas tree located on the East end of the Depot, the children were able to visit with him and partake in lots of fun activities, including a surprise visit from The Grinch. The pancakes were prepared at…
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Announcements
Hempstead County Farm Bureau recieves Gold Star Award
Hempstead County Farm Bureau leaders attended the 85th Annual Farm Bureau Convention December 4-5th, 2019 in Little Rock. Hempstead County received all 10 stars for the fourth year in a row on the Gold Star Awards.
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Announcements
Hempstead County Women’s Farm Bureau Committee Recognized
The Hempstead County Women’s Farm Bureau Committee was recognized as Top Women’s Leaderships Committee of District 7 on December 5th at the 85th Annual Convention in Little Rock. Pic L to R : Mindy Lockhart, Stacy Womack, Doreen Antley, Briana Plyler, and Glenda Burkham.
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Razorbacks
Sam Pittman Possible Arkansas Coach
Nate Allen FAYETTEVILLE – Georgia Bulldogs offensive line coach Sam Pittman, the effective and popular Arkansas offensive line coach for Bret Bielema from 2013-2015, has become the top candidate to be the Razorbacks new head football coach, sources and media outlets reported Sunday afternoon. Several former Razorbacks who played for Pittman have lobbied for his Arkansas return as head coach. Because Pittman has not been a college head coach, his name seldom has been included…
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Obituaries
George Yingst
Mr. George Yingst, age 78 of Blevins, Arkansas passed away Sunday December 8, 2019 in Texarkana, Texas. Funeral services are incomplete at this time but will be announced by BRAZZEL/Oakcrest The Funeral Home of Hope, Eddie Brazzel Director. Online condolences: www.brazzelfuneralhomes.com
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Announcements
Judy and Dave Phillips Arts & Humanities Endowed Scholarship Established at UAHT
Pictured left to right: Chris Thomason, UAHT Chancellor; Judy Phillips; Dave Phillips FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Casey Curtis, Communications Coordinator HOPE, AR – December 7, 2019 Judy and Dave Phillips, of Emmett, Arkansas, recently established the Judy and Dave Phillips Arts & Humanities Endowed Scholarship at the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana. The donation is given in honor of Judy Phillips for her perseverance in completing her Bachelor’s Degree in Art. Preference for the scholarship is given…
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Politics
Governor Hutchinson’s Weekly Address Good News for Arkansas’s No. 1 Industry
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 6, 2019 Governor Hutchinson’s weekly radio address can be found in MP3 format and downloaded HERE. LITTLE ROCK – The good news I announced at the Arkansas Farm Bureau’s annual convention this week comes after a difficult twelve months for Arkansas farmers. I am going to share my news again today. I hope that it will encourage our farmers. Many endured a soggy harvest in 2018 and an even wetter spring. In some places, floodwaters washed out hundreds…
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Community
DWI Crash Damages Donut Shop, Lands Man in Jail
A bizarre crash early Saturday morning resulted in severe damage to a local donut shop, shutting down a local business owner’s livelihood and sending a Hempstead County man to jail for DWI. Shortly before 2 a.m. on Saturday, December 7, 64-year-old Jeffrey Tredwell reportedly called in to Hope Central Dispatch and told dispatchers that he thought he crashed into Hope Donuts on East 3rd St. at Rosston Rd. Officers responded to the business and found…
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Sports
Prescott Curley Wolves vs. Harding Academy Wildcats LIVE Tonight at 7pm
Visit SWARK.Today tonight around 6:45 to watch the Prescott Curley Wolves take on the Harding Academy Wildcats in their fourth game of the 2019 Playoffs. We will update our scoreboard throughout the game and broadcast LIVE video and commentary by Jim and Brandon Honea. Click HERE to watch the game LIVE.
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Politics
Governor Asa Hutchinson’s Public Schedule: December 8th – December 14th
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 6, 2019 LITTLE ROCK – The following is a list of public appearances by Governor Asa Hutchinson from Sunday, December 8, 2019, through Saturday, December 14, 2019: Sunday, December 8, 2019 LITTLE ROCK Governor’s Mansion Christmas Open House and Toys for Tots Campaign 1 p.m. Governor’s Mansion 1800 Center Street Little Rock, Arkansas Monday, December 9, 2019 CONWAY Economic Development Announcement 10 a.m. 1800 Sturgis Road Conway, Arkansas Tuesday, December 10, 2019…
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Politics
Governor Hutchinson Announces New Computer Science and Cybersecurity Task Force
Proclaims Computer Science Education Week in Arkansas LITTLE ROCK – Governor Asa Hutchinson signed Executive Order 19-17 today establishing the State Computer Science and Cybersecurity Task Force and proclaimed December 9 – December 15 Computer Science Education Week in Arkansas. The task force will be composed of leaders in education, industry, and government. Members will assess the state’s computer science and cybersecurity education programs and make recommendations to continue and enhance the progress made in…
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