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With the death of Chelsea Glass, we lost a fierce, funny organizer
Community organizer Chelsea Glass died Sunday from a rare lung disease. Glass was the lead organizer for DeCarcerate Memphis, an organization formed in response to “Operation LeGend,” the Department of Justice’s initiative that brought more federal agents to Memphis. Glass was also instrumental in leading the advocacy to pass ordinances reforming policing after Tyre Nichols’ beating death by Memphis Police Department officers. Glass was married and the mother of two boys. You can support them here.
Weather Impact: Heavy rain causing flash flooding in the Memphis metro
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Heavy rain has led to flash flooding in parts of the Memphis metro area, and ABC24 has declared a Weather Impact Day. While it isn't raining everywhere in the Mid-South, areas that have seen downpours have received up to 3" of rain over the last 6 hours.
What Memphis developments could benefit from new venture fund & where each project stands
A new local venture capital fund announced Thursday aims to provide additional assistance for development projects throughout Memphis. The River City Momentum Fund's goal is to help rejuvenate momentum and interest in Memphis for both local and out-of-state developers. Several notable mixed-use projects have stalled since the pandemic, while others have been...
Arkansas State Police Officer-Involved Shooting on I-30 With One Injured
On Monday night, July 22, 2024, an Indiana man was hurt following a chase and shootout with Arkansas State Police Troopers. The incident began around 10:10 p.m. on Interstate 30, near the Hempstead/Nevada County line. Troopers were pursuing a suspect driving eastbound on I-30. As the chase neared the 36-mile...
Earle to begin renovations on city park through Lowe’s Hometown Grant
EARLE, Arkansas — The City of Earle has begun renovations to Earle City Park. The city recently received a $152,000 Lowe’s Hometown Grant for the park upgrades that will include Americans with Disabilities Act-compliant play spaces and outdoor seating, basketball court renovations, landscaping, resurfaced pathways and enhanced park signage.
Rotary Club of Stuttgart makes donations to Stuttgart Band Association and Restoration of Hope
The Rotary Club of Stuttgart recently donated $500 each to the Stuttgart Band Association and Restoration of Hope. Rotarian Lee Ann Hoskyn accepted the Stuttgart Band Association’s donation from President Rachel Hillman. Christy Fortune received the donation to Restoration of Hope from Rotarian Stephanie Teer. The contributions were made...
Wynne Yellowjackets to host 7-on-7 tomorrow
WYNNE — The Wynne Yellowjackets will hold a 7-on-7 tomorrow. Wynne head coach Clay Totty explained the advantages of 7-on-7’s. “You can gain experience with a DB in 7-on-7’s because what they’re doing in a ball game is very similar,” he said. “Offensively, it helps us with our routes and our reads and it allows your quarterback to have to go through his progression. It also allows you offensively to evaluate who will catch the ball in pressure situations.
Attitude MMA reveals lineup for AMMA 31, ‘Southland Showdown’
WEST MEMPHIS, Arkansas — Attitude MMA is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated co-main and main events for Attitude MMA Fights 31, “Southland Showdown,” set to take place on August 10 at Southland Casino Hotel in West Memphis, Arkansas. The co-main event will feature the undefeated Wynne,...
Chamber Coffee Hosted by Watermelon Royalty
The Hope/Hempstead County Chamber of Commerce Community Coffee was hosted by the Watermelon Royalty on Wednesday July 24th. The 18th Annual Miss & Mister Watermelon Festival Pageant is set for Tuesday, August 6th at 6:00 pm at Klipsch Auditorium in City Hall in Hope. This exciting event is open to boys and girls from 0 to 18 years of age, with no admission fee for the public. All registration forms and fees must be postmarked by July 19th Additionally, the Hope Watermelon Beautiful Baby Contest is a charming photo contest for boys and girls aged 0-3. Photos and results will be displayed at the 48th Annual Watermelon Festival from August 8-10. Registration forms for both events are available at the Hope-Hempstead County Chamber of Commerce, Rae Tay’s, Tickled Pink Boutique, and The Little Things Children’s Boutique. Forms can also be accessed online at hopemelonfest.com along with parade registration. For more information, please contact Gigi Bradshaw at (870) 292-8338, or reach out to the Chamber at (870) 777-3640, via email at hopemelonfest@yahoo.com, or visit us at 201 S. Main, PO Box 250, Hope, AR 71802.
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