Super Country 105 News
Pond Management
Meeting
The
Nevada County office of the Cooperative Extension Service will offer a
program about stock ponds Tuesday (5-21). Response has been so positive
the program has been moved to a larger location says Melissa Beck. The
program will be held in the fellowship hall of Prescott’s First United
Methodist Church at 6pm Tuesday. A pond specials from UAPB will bring
the program. The program is free and everyone is welcome but you will
need to preregister so they can get a head count on the meal. For info
or to preregister phone the Cooperative Extension Service in Prescott at
887-2818
Friday, May
17, 2013
Heather Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Host Hope/Hempstead County
Chamber of Commerce Community Coffee
Heather Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation hosted the Hope/Hempstead
County Chamber of Commerce Community Coffee on Wednesday May 15th
in honor of National Nursing Home Week says Sue Atchley of Heather
Manor. This year’s theme was “team care”. Nursing Home week kicked off
on May 12th, Mother’s Day and continued through May 18th.
In addition to hosting the community coffee, Heather Manor had a balloon
lift-off and a variety of other activities that were greatly enjoyed by
their residents. The facility also hosted a volunteer banquet on May 10th
to show their appreciation for dozens of people who volunteer at Heather
Manor.
Friday, May
17, 2013
Leadership Initiatives Program
Melissa Beck and Jamie Dufrene have been sharing a program called
“Leadership Initiatives” and it is headed for the youngsters at the
Nevada Public Schools during the last week of school says Beck. The
Nevada program is set for May 28th. The programs offered
through “Leadership Initiatives” helps build team work and is so fun the
kids sometimes don’t realize they are actually learning. For info on
the program call either Beck at the Prescott office of the Cooperative
Extension Service or Dufrene at the Hempstead County office.
Friday, May
17, 2013
Special
Recognitions at UACCH Graduation
UACCH recently held its graduation ceremony and in the course of that
event recognized three other outstanding people says Chancellor Chris
Thomason. Wendy Jones was named “outstanding alumnus for 2013”. Laura
Clark, Dean of Health Professions was named “outstanding faculty
member”, and Kaye Cheatham was named winner of the “spirit of service
and excellence” awardOur congratulations go to Wendy Jones, Laura Clark,
and Kaye Cheatham on their recognition from UACCH.
Friday, May
17, 2013
UACCH Receives "GIF" Funds
UACCH is the recipient of a record high amount of “GIF” funds this year
from the legislature says Chancellor Chris Thomason. This year the
legislature awarded the college approximately $4 million dollars in
General Improvement Funds. Thomason says part of the money will go
towards enhancements on the college’s Texarkana campus. UACCH is
acquiring an additional 13 acres for that campus bringing the total
footprint of that campus to 22 acres. Thomason says plans are in Hope
for some security and technology enhancements on the flagship UACCH
campus.
Friday, May
17, 2013
Hope Post Office Food Drive a
Success
The
Hope Post Office held its annual food drive May 11th and John
Smith of the post office says it was one of the best ever. The drive
collected 6,200 pounds of food which is the second best total since the
food drive began. The food is given to Hope In Action. Smith says the
giving came from all demographics of Hope postal patrons and they
greatly appreciate the giving spirit of Hope.
Thursday, May
16, 2013
AMTRAK Celebration
Hope officially welcomes AMTRAK Saturday (5-18) with ceremonies and a
day-long celebration centered around the Hope Visitors Information
Center and Depot in downtown Hope. Fifteen teams will compete for a top
prize of $1,000 in the “tailgating” contest sponsored by the Hope
Civitan Club. Super 1 Foods has donated 750 hot dogs and those
attending can enjoy them free of charge. Paul Henley says an AMTRAK
exhibit train will also be on display and open at the event. There will
be activities for the kids and plenty of music from Dave Almond, the
Hartley Family, Night Hawk, and other groups. The event is free and
the public is invited. Events begin at 10am with official opening
ceremonies and a Chamber of Commerce ribbon-cutting.
Thursday, May
16, 2013
Spring Bluegrass Festival Saturday
Josh Williams of Historic Washington State Park says the park is getting
inquiries about the Hope/Hempstead County Chamber of Commerce Spring
Bluegrass Festival which is set for Saturday (5-18) at the park.
Williams says they have received calls from Texas, Oklahoma, and
Arkansas on the event. The program is free and those attending should
bring their lawn chairs. The grammy-nominated group “Blue Highway” will
headline the event. Returning favorites will include Eddie & Martha
Adcock of Nashville, Tennessee as well as the Hartley Family, High
Mountain Grass, and the Hempstead County Melody Boys. Williams Tavern
Restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner at the event. For
information visit historicwashingtonstatepark.com. The event will be
held in front of the 1874 courthouse
Thursday, May
16, 2013
Hope High Bobcat Football Team is in
Spring Training
The
Hope High Bobcat Football team is in spring training. Coach Jay Turley
spoke to the Hope Lions Club Monday (5-13) and noted the team has showed
progress in the last couple of years. He notes spring practice began on
Monday and the team will work out with full pads over the next two
weeks. He notes that will allow the coaching staff to evaluate the
players and to hopefully have some positive surprises. Coach Turley
notes the Bobcats will face a tough conference schedule this year but he
is optimistic at how the team has worked together in the past couple of
years and is looking forward to a great season this fall.
Tuesday, May
14, 2013
First Graduation Held at Hempstead
Hall
UACCH held their first graduation Tuesday (5-14) in Hempstead Hall and
Chancellor Chris Thomason says it was great to see all those attending
enjoy the ceremony in comfort. The college had 286 graduates who
received almost 500 degrees, awards, and certificates. UACCH has
traditionally held graduation outside at the fountain and in the
coliseum when there was rainy weather. Hempstead Hall’s completion
means the college finally has an all-weather facility that can handle
the crowds for graduation. Hope High will also utilize Hempstead Hall
for graduation on Friday (5-17).
Tuesday, May
14, 2013
Hempstead Country Farm Family of the Year
Hempstead County has a new Farm Family of the Year for 2013 says County
Agent Steven Sheets. The Larry & Leslie Griffin family have won the
honor. The Griffin’s have cattle, chickens, and hay on 500 acres near
Columbus. The family also manages 100 acres of timber and Larry Griffin
works as a millwright in Ashdown. The Griffins will join 74 other
county farm families in vying for district and state recognition which
culminates in the state farm family being announced December 12th
in Little Rock. The program is sponsor by Arkansas Farm Bureau, Farm
Cerdit, and the Electric Cooperatives of Arkansas
Tuesday, May
14, 2013
MSSD May Meeting
Accepting 11 resignations was the only item of business at the May
meeting Monday night (5/13/13) of the Mineral Springs Saratoga School
Board. Following a 50 minute executive session, the board voted to
accept the following resignations; Pam Wendell-Title I Parent
Coordinator...music teacher Bill Hathcote...science teacher and coach
Andrew Schroeder...Saratoga secretary Denise Juniel...science teacher
Emma Loop...math teacher Beverly Tallman...high school principal Davy
Jones...school improvement specialist Crystal Evans...elementary teacher
Tabitha Jones...high school English teacher Angela Barfield and middle
school English teacher Kim Dunham.
Tuesday, May
14, 2013
Sevier County Fatality
A
54 year old Lockesburg resident is dead following a one vehicle accident
Monday (5-13) on US 71 South in Sevier County. William Clinton Wray was
traveling north on US 71 when his 1971 Ford Truck struck a guard rail
and overturned. He was pronounced dead by Sevier County Coroner Rusty
Williams. The body was held at Chandler Funeral Home in DeQueen and the
accident was investigated by Corporal Chris Bussey of the Arkansas State
Police
Tuesday, May
14, 2013
Hope Police Department to
Participate in “Click it or Ticket”
The
Hope Police Department is joining other state and local law enforcement
officers to participate in the “click it or ticket” effort to promote
the use of seat belts. Hope Police Chief J.R. Wilson notes it’s a
safety issue and motorists who fail to wear their seat belt run the risk
of being pulled over and ticketed. He notes the fine is around $50.
The 2013 national Click it or Ticket seat belt enforcement mobilization
is set for May 20th through June 2nd. So
remember, wear your seat belt. It can save you money…and can save your
life.
Tuesday, May
14, 2013
Hope Superintendent Speaks to Hope
Lions Club
Hope Superintendent of Schools Bobby Hart addressed the Hope Lions Club
on Monday (5-13) and noted the year has gone quickly. Hart noted his
family has enjoyed being in Hope and he calls Hope “one of the best
places to raise a family”. He gave the club an update on the ongoing
construction at Hope High and also introduced Hope Bobcat Head Football
Coach Jay Turley.
Tuesday, May
14, 2013
4-H Vet Science
Program
Parents with youngsters interested in veterinary science
should contact their local county agent about the 4-H vet science
program says Melissa Beck of the Cooperative Extension Service in
Prescott. The club has taken several field trips including a trip to a
vet school in Oklahoma. For information phone Beck at 887-2818 or Jamie
Dufrene in Hempstead County at 777-5771.
Monday, May
13, 2013
Class 5A State
Softball Tournament Wraps Up
The Class 5A state ladies softball tournament was played in Hope last
week. Coach Mike Godwin notes 16 teams took part and the tournament
wrapped up on Saturday (5-11) with two teams taking the top slot to head
to the finals May 18th. White Hall defeated Villonia 5 to 2
and Greenbrier defeated Paragould 8 to 3. The finals on Saturday May 18th
at 5:30pm in Fayetteville White Hall and Greenbrier will meet to decide
the state championship. The Lady Cats wrapped up their season with a
first round loss to Beebe on Thursday (5-9). Coach Godwin says the
tournament went very smoothly and he had words of thanks for all the
volunteers and the businesses who helped Hope High put the tournament
on.
Monday, May
13, 2013
Hope Swimming
Pool Set to Re-open
The
Hope swimming pool will open later this month says pool supervisor Robin
Lee. The pool traditionally opens the day after the Hope Schools close
and this year the last day of school is May 28th. The pool
will open at noon on May 29th. Hope residents are fortunate
to still have access to a municipal swimming pool as many communities no
longer maintain a public pool.
Monday, May
13, 2013
Annual Horticulture
Field Day on May 30th
The
University of Arkansas Southwest Research and Extension Center will hold
its annual Horticulture Field Day later this month says Program
Technician Clay Wingfield of the SWREC. The event kicks off at 7:30am
on May 30th with check-in and sampling of various honeys from
around the state. The program will also feature Donna Pittman King of
Magnolia and also a segment by Dr. Vic Ford on growing Shitake
mushrooms. The event also features a program on high tunnel houses, a
program on food preparation with honey, a program on pecan production
and a bee farming demonstration. The cost is $17 through May 22nd
and $20 at the door. For information or to preregister phone the SWREC
at 777-9702.
Monday, May
13, 2013
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