FOOD & DRINK

The Farmer’s Market was held at the HUB on Tuesday June 6th. There were 14 vendors and this week for the first time of the season the Terry Kirkpatrick had blueberries. While the radishes seemed done there were string beans as well as colorful cauliflower besides the potatoes, squashes and usual items. One vendor had dog treats. For the best selection it is recommended to get there early.

PRESCOTT – The Lion’s Club’s annual First Responder Fish Fry will be held Thursday, June 8, at the Potlatch building. All first responders and their families are invited to attend.

Hope’s own Mae Estes took home the Arkansas Country Music Association’s “Female Vocalist of the Year” for a third year in a row in Monday night’s (6-5) annual awards ceremony in Conway. Estes also was on the program as well. She has produced an impressive body of work in both writing and recording and made her debut on the Grand Old Opry earlier this year. She is a graduate of Hope High and currently lives in Nashville, Tennessee where she pursues a full-time career in music.

EMMET – While it’s a few days early, Emmet will host its 2nd Annual 4th of July Celebration on July 1. There will be live music, food trucks, vendor booths, face painting, children’s slide and fireworks, along with gifts for first responders. The event will again take place at the former Emmet school.

The Nevada County Depot and Museum in Prescott has announced new hours of operation. The museum will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday through Saturday. “We are so pleased that we can now be open on Fridays and Saturdays,” said museum director Jamie Simmons. “Not only does this allow local residents more convenient times to visit, it also gives travelers another destination to visit on their journeys.”

EMMET – Emmet’s Vision Association (EVA) held its second Bingo tournament of the year. The purpose was to raise money for the Second Annual Fourth of July Celebration. Money raised will to toward paying for a band, the fireworks show and attractions for children, such as face painting. There will also be vendor booths with plenty of food at the celebration.

ROSSTON – It was supposed to begin at 2 p.m., however, people began showing up much earlier for the Rosston Volunteer Fire Department’s BBQ fundraiser Saturday. In fact, volunteers hadn’t finished setting everything up before people started arriving for the BBQ brisket, pork and chicken, along with cole slaw, potato salad, baked beans, green beans and corn, not to mention a table full of desserts.

The city of Hope has been posting a “Tuesday Tidbit”. This week’s deals with the Hope Airport…. We have begun a weekly post sharing general information regarding City of Hope policies, programs, procedures, as well as facts and knowledge about our wonderful City. There are a couple...

At the Hope Farmer’s Market held at the Hub on Tuesday morning May 23rd, the pre K program at Clinton Primary was on hand to pass out literature. Pre-K will be offered at Clinton Primary at 601 Lakeshore Drive in Hope. While there is income eligibility, the requirements have been loosened so most people are eligible. The children must be 3 by August 1st for the three-year old class and 4 by August 1st for the 4 year old class. The cost is free.

PRESCOTT – It was opening day for the Nevada County Farmer’s Market Friday. There was a good crowd as people came for fresh vegetables. There were new potatoes, onions, cucumbers, zucchini and squash. However, other vendors were on hand selling fresh eggs, jams, jellies and pickles. The Prescott-Nevada County Chamber of Commerce set up shop and handed out free bags of popcorn, along with handing bags to the farmers so they could use them for their wares.

EMMET – The Emmet Vision Association will be hosting a Bingo Night Saturday, June 3, from 3-7 p.m. in the Emmet Storm Shelter. A $5 card allows people to play all night. There will also be a concession stand available. All proceeds will go to the Emmet July Celebration.

ROSSTON – There will be a BBQ fundraiser Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Rosston Volunteer Fire Department. Money raised will go toward purchasing equipment for the department. Brisket plate is $15, pork plate, $13 and chicken plate, $12. Menu also includes potato salad, baked beans and dessert.

(WASHINGTON, Ark.) – Historic Washington State Park will host “Community Life of the Past” summer day. camp on June 19-23, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., for children ages 6-12 at the park, 103 Franklin St, Washington. Registration is $125 per child and includes a daily lunch...

PRESCOTT – Charles Goodwin was the winner of a grill/smoker raffled off by the Prescott Rotary Club. The drawing was held Friday morning at the Bank of Delight, with Jodie Lathrop picking the winner. The names were held by president-elect Patricia Roberts.

Even though the items are stored at Washington, the auction will take place in the Art Barn at Hope’s Fair Park, beginning at 9 a.m. on Saturday, June 10. A list of Memorial Day Celebrations around the ArkLaTex. LifeShare Blood Center needs more blood donations to be prepared for...

Hope, Ark. The Southwest Arkansas Arts Council announces a new gallery show of. pictures by Photographer, Ann Gaskin. Gaskin, a native of East Texas, has traveled. across the country taking pictures at every chance. Riding beside her husband, Gaskin. utilized the couple’s transport business and nationwide travel to create the...

The Historic Washington Foundation (HWF) will sell at auction a number of items currently stored in the town’s Livery Stable. Even though the items are stored at Washington, the auction will take place in the Art Barn at Hope’s Fair Park, beginning at 9 a.m. on Saturday, June 10.