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Capitalism Alive and Well in Hope
We saw three of the cutest small businessmen in Hope on Monday. These young men were doing a good business in lemonade at 6th and Elm. They were very polite, too, and after we finished […]
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Prescott Rotary Welcomes Vice-District Governor Gary Davis
The Prescott Rotary Club welcomed Vice-District Governor Gary Davis to their meeting on July 28th. The club enjoyed hearing Davis speak about his duties. Pictured are Dr. Michael Young, new Prescott Rotarian Ronald Hicks, and […]
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Hope Civitan Car Show at Hope Watermelon Festival
The Hope Civitan Club will once again present a classic car show at the 50th annual “Golden Jubilee” Hope Watermelon Festival. The car show will be open to the public for viewing beginning at 8 […]
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Fall scholarships available for single parents in Hempstead, Nevada Counties
Applications accepted through Sept. 1; awards range from $400 to $1,600. LITTLE ROCK — Single parents in Hempstead and Nevada counties have until Sept. 1 to apply for Fall 2026 scholarships from the Arkansas Single […]
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Lloyd Bright’s Still Producing the Big Ones!
Pictured: Mr. Lloyd Bright showing off one of this year’s crop. HOPE – Lloyd Bright is a name that has been chiseled into Hempstead County history as a true giant in the watermelon growing world. […]
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Rebecca L. Danner Santiago
It is with heavy hearts and profound respect that we announce the passing of Rebecca L. Danner Santiago, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. Rebecca, known affectionately as Becky, peacefully left this world at her […]
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Edward Gene Woods, Sr. – Update II
Edward Gene Woods, Sr. affectionately known as Ed, “Woodchuck,” and “Weedges,” passed away on July 29, 2026, at the age of 76 while camping with his beloved family at Swaha-doing what he loved most. Ed […]
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Karen Steed – Update II
Karen Steed, age 62, of Prescott, Arkansas, met her “very, very, very best friend Jesus” on July 30, 2026. She was born on July 20th,1964 in Syracuse, New York to Elizabeth A. Burnham (Crossfield) and […]
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Owen C. McKenney
The Staff of Hicks Funeral Home extends their heartfelt condolences to the family of Mr. Owen C McKenney, 75 of Kansas City, Kansas formally Hope, AR, during this time of bereavement. With heavy hearts, we […]
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John Tony Hickerson
The Staff of Hicks Funeral Home extends their heartfelt condolences to the family of Mr. John Tony Hickerson, 86 of Hope, AR, during this time of bereavement. With heavy hearts, we share the passing of […]
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Mrs. Lameta K. Graham
The Staff of Hicks Funeral Home extends their heartfelt condolences to the family of Mrs. Lameta K. Graham, 61, of Prescott, AR during this time of bereavement. With heavy hearts, we share the passing of […]
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Audie Dean “Big Dean” Smith
Audie Dean “Big Dean” Smith, of Blevins, AR passed from his earthly home on Friday, July 31, 2026 at the age of 77. Visitation will be held Sunday, August 2, 2026 from 5:00 – 7:00pm […]