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Politics
Governor Hutchinson to Provide COVID-19 Update to Media Tomorrow
MEDIA ADVISORY:April 12, 2021 LITTLE ROCK – Governor Asa Hutchinson will provide an update to media tomorrow afternoon regarding Arkansas’s COVID-19 response. He will also provide an update on vaccine distribution. WHAT: Governor Hutchinson to Provide COVID-19 Update WHEN: 1:30 p.m. | Tuesday, April 13, 2021 WHERE: Governor’s Conference Room …
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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 69 new cases; 1,640 active cases; 156 hospitalized, which is down 7 from Sunday; 17 on ventilators, which is unchanged from Sunday; deaths added today, 4, for a total of 5,665; a total of 332,222 cases; PCR tests, 1,494; antigen tests, 93. The Health Department reported that the top counties for new…
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Community
Vintage Girls Boutique & More Brings A Touch Of Class To Downtown Hope
Tucked in a downtown block on Main Street is a store new to Hope named Vintage Girls Boutique & More. This boutique brings a mixture of the new and old to provide an eclectic shopping experience for customers. Business-owner Connie Lavender, a local resident, also provides a platform for local artists of the community to display their wares. One can find a little bit of everything in this store and it all has a touch…
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Obituaries
Nell Byers
Nell Byers, 72, of Hope, AR passed away Sunday, April 11, 2021 in Texarkana. Mrs. Byers was born February 19, 1949 in Hope, AR to Hugh Opal and Mary Frances Betts Bobo. Birta was a homemaker and loved to paint and color. She was a big fan of anything to do with Art. Nell was preceded in death by her parents and five brothers. Survivors include a son Jeffery L. Byers; a daughter Paula R.…
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Obituaries
Virginia “Ginny” Freeman
Virginia “Ginny” Freeman was born August 14th, 1933 in Lamber, Montana and died January 7th; peacefully in sleep at home in Hope, Arkansas. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lincoln Stanton and Emma Stanton, and since her death, a son Ross Fredericks. She is survived by husband, Bill Freeman of Hope; two sons, Jack Fredericks (Sue) of California, and Gary Fredericks (Aurelia) of Washington; two brothers, Blithe Stanton (Joyce) of Washington, Richard Stanton…
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Razorbacks
Cayden Wallace SEC Honored
Nate Allen FAYETTEVILLE – For helping the Razorbacks win 2 of 3 from nationally No. 3 Ole Miss last weekend in Oxford Miss., University of Arkansas right fielder Cayden Wallace of Greenbrier was named the SEC Baseball Co-Freshman of the Week by the SEC Office Monday in Birmingham, Ala. Wallace knocked in six runs, including his eighth home run of the season, a 3-run clout, and had at least one it in all three games. Wallace leads the Razorbacks in…
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Obituaries
Johnny Lee Johnson
Johnny Lee Johnson, 77, of Hope, AR passed away Wednesday, April 7, 2021 in Hope. Johnny was born August 21, 1943 in Prescott, AR to Lee and Mary Gill Johnson. He was a Master Electrician, a United States Army Reserves Veteran, and a member of Unity Baptist Church. Johnny is survived by his wife, Norma Jean Johnson; a daughter, Rhonda Roumpf and husband Brian of Lantana, TX. A Celebration of Life will be held at…
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Announcements
City Wide Clean Up Canceled
The Hope citywide clean up scheduled for April 17th has been cancelled. If you have any questions, please call the Public Works office at (870)777-8644.
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Politics
Governor Hutchinson to Hold News Conference on Teacher Salary Bills Today
MEDIA ADVISORY:April 12, 2021 LITTLE ROCK – Governor Asa Hutchinson will hold a news conference today on Teacher Salary Bills SB504 and HB1614. WHAT: Governor Hutchinson to Hold News Conference on Teacher Salary Bills WHEN: 1:30 p.m. | Monday, April 12, 2021 WHERE: Governor’s Conference Room State Capitol …
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Razorbacks
Arkansas. vs. Ole Miss Baseball Series Wrap-up
razorbacks Nate Allen FAYETTEVILLE – Arkansas’ comeback kids were beset with coming back from losing an 11-0 lead but did so Sunday in Oxford, Mis.. to wrest best in the SEC West from the Ole Miss Rebels. Scoring the game’ first 11 runs then replying to Ole Miss six runs with a 3-run sixth inning to lead, 14-6, the Razorbacks had to break a 14-14 tie with three eighth-inning runs and added a ninth-inning insurance…
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Obituaries
Mary Fern Overton
Mrs. Mary Fern Overton, age 88 of Prescott, Arkansas, passed away Sunday April 11, 2021, at her home. Funeral arrangements are pending at this time but will be announced by BRAZZEL/Cornish The Funeral Home of Prescott, Eddie Brazzel Director. Online condolences: www.brazzelfuneralhomes.com
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Obituaries
Betty Rook
Mrs. Betty Rook, age 87 of Hope, Arkansas, passed away Saturday April 10, 2021, in Hope. Betty was born on November 6, 1933, in Slate Shoals, Texas, to Bruce and Cora White Rothwell. She was a member of Unity Baptist Church, manager of the original “Tabs cupboard” in Hope and a longtime volunteer at the Charitable Christian Medical Clinic. She is preceded in death by her husband, Doy Rook, daughter Lori Jones, brothers, Jimmy, Herbert…
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Announcements
SWAEC Promotes Inspire Academy Charter School
Press Release, Monica Morris, Assistant Director/Teacher Coordinator, Southwest Arkansas Education Cooperative We would love for you to join us for a community forum on May 6 about the proposed Inspire Academy Charter. This charter will be open to students from Hempstead, Lafayette, Miller, and Nevada Counties. The school will be an open enrollment for students that have experienced trauma. Children’s reactions to trauma can interfere considerably with learning and behavior at school. Our mission is…
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Razorbacks
Razorbacks Split Saturday’s Doubleheader at Ole Miss
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – SATURDAY, APRIL 10, 2021 – COMMUNICATIONS CONTACT: OLIVER GRIGG UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS BASEBALL Online version: https://bit.ly/3wO4oGO OXFORD, Miss. – There was seven hours of baseball played on Saturday at Swayze Field. Forced to take on Ole Miss in a series-opening doubleheader due to yesterday’s weather-related postponement, Arkansas snagged a 7-3 win in game one before falling, 13-6, in Saturday’s nightcap. The Razorbacks move to 25-5 overall on the year, including…
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Razorbacks
Razorbacks win three more events, total five at Texas A&M Invitational
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – SATURDAY, APRIL 10, 2021 – COMMUNICATIONS CONTACT: Shawn Price Online Version: https://bit.ly/3a3n8IL COLLEGE STATION, Texas – Arkansas registered three more victories in the Saturday portion of the Texas A&M Team Invitational. The Razorbacks won the 4×100 relay and produced 1-2 finishes in the 100m hurdles and 100m. For the weekend Arkansas claimed titles in 5 of the 8 events they contested with its crew of sprinters, hurdlers, and vaulters. The Hogs were runner-up…
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Razorbacks
No. 8 Arkansas Earns Commanding 4-0 win Over No. 3 Alabama
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – SATURDAY, APRIL 10, 2021 – COMMUNICATIONS CONTACT: JACOB PAVILACK ONLINE VERSION UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS SOFTBALL || @RazorbackSB FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Pitcher Autumn Storms threw a complete game two hit shutout and Kayla Green homered twice as No. 8 Arkansas defeated No. 3 Alabama 4-0 to even the series at Bogle Park on Saturday afternoon. All four of the Razorbacks (33-4, 13-1 SEC) runs came via the long ball. How it Happened Infielder…
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Razorbacks
Razorbacks win pair of events to open Texas A&M Invitational
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – FRIDAY, APRIL 9, 2021 – COMMUNICATIONS CONTACT: Shawn Price UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS WOMEN’S TRACK & FIELD Online Version: https://bit.ly/3d2AxTs COLLEGE STATION, Texas – Arkansas won two of the three events they contested during the Friday portion of the Texas A&M Team Invitational at EB Cushing Stadium. Lauren Martinez set an outdoor career best of 14 feet, 2 ½ inches (4.33) to claim the pole vault over teammate Nastassja Campbell, who matched the winning…
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Obituaries
Betty Rook
Mrs. Betty Rook, age 87 of Hope, passed away, Saturday April 10, 2021 in Hope, Arkansas. Funeral arrangements 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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Obituaries
Vada Tackett Banks
Mrs. Vada Tackett Banks, age 87 of Hope, Arkansas, passed away Friday April 9, 2021, in Texarkana, Texas, Vada was born on August 8,1933, in Pikeville, Kentucky to George and Mindy Newsome Tackett. She was a member of Unity Baptist Church and worked at the Rainbow of Challenges where she held many titles doing various jobs. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She is preceded in death by her husband Arthur Lee…
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Razorbacks
Hogs/Rebels Reschedule
Nate Allen FAYETTEVILLE – Friday night’s Arkansas Razorbacks vs Ole Miss Rebels baseball game that was supposed to start a 3-game SEC West series at Swayze Field in Oxford, Miss. was rained out. The Razorbacks and Rebels are rescheduled for a Saturday doubleheader starting at 1 p.m. with Sunday’s concluding game still scheduled for 1:30 p.m.
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Politics
Westerman Concludes Hometown Heroes Tour
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 9, 2021CONTACT: Claire Nance WASHINGTON – Yesterday, U.S. Rep. Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.) concluded his Hometown Heroes tour of the Fourth District focused on the men, women, and businesses who have selflessly served their communities in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Westerman issued the following statement: “This year has been especially difficult for the entire nation due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but when hard times present themselves, the people of Arkansas…
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Politics
Governor Asa Hutchinson’s Schedule: April 11 – April 17
MEDIA ADVISORY:April 9, 2021LITTLE ROCK – The following is a list of public appearances by Governor Asa Hutchinson from Sunday, April 11, 2021, through Saturday, April 17, 2021: Monday, April 12, 2021LITTLE ROCKNews Conference for Teacher Salary Bills(SB504 & HB1614)1:30 p.m.Live StreamYOUTUBEGovernor’s Conference RoomState CapitolLittle Rock, Arkansas Tuesday, April 13, 2021LITTLE ROCKDucks Unlimited Announcement of HCR101410 a.m.Front StepsState CapitolLittle Rock, ArkansasLITTLE ROCKGovernor’s Weekly COVID-19 Press Briefing1:30 p.m.Live StreamYOUTUBEGovernor’s Conference RoomState CapitolLittle Rock, Arkansas Friday, April…
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Politics
Governor Hutchinson’s Weekly Address Striving for Positive Outcomes for Children of Abuse
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:April 9, 2021Governor Hutchinson’s weekly radio address can be found in MP3 format and downloaded HERE. LITTLE ROCK – April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. We all understand that the best way to prevent the abuse of children is to strengthen families. Today I’d like to share the story of state employees whose intervention stabilized a family and allowed a mother to keep her children. Too often, help for abused children arrives too…
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Announcements
Arkansas State Chamber of Commerce, Community Chambers Support Passage of SB622, Which Will Enhance Criminal Penalties for Crimes Motivated by Bigotry and Prejudice
Press Release For Immediate Release For More Information, Contact Randy Zook, 501-680-1708 The Arkansas State Chamber of Commerce/Associated Industries of Arkansas and the undersigned community chambers support the passage of SB622, important legislation that will enhance criminal penalties for crimes motivated by bigotry and prejudice. While this legislation takes a different approach than was originally envisioned, its passage will help protect victims of crimes that are motivated by the victims’ membership or association with a…
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Razorbacks
Moses Moody Declaring for Draft
Nate Allen FAYETTEVILLE – Arkansas All-American Moses Moody’s long anticipated declaration to enter the NBA draft became official Friday. The 6-6 freshman guard from Little Rock announced Friday he is hiring an agent and entering the draft for which 15 publications and draft websites have predicted he will be a Lottery pick within the first round’s sixth to 14th pick.Moody led Coach Eric Musselman’s 25-7 nationally Elite Eight Razorbacks in scoring (16.8 average) and was…
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