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HOPE TOWN CRIER
Happy Fourth, Hope!
Even though Hope had to cancel the Old Fashioned Independence Day this year, the town is still gearing up for the Fourth of July. The bunting is hung from our beloved band stand and the flags are going up on the light poles around the square. As a reminder, Per town …
Hot Dog Lunch Wednesday!
Hear ye! Hear ye! A hot dog lunch will be served Wednesday from noon till two at the vacant lot beside Willow Leaves. Come out and support local businesses as they try to recover from the pandemic. Special by Design will be having a raffle, Cornett's Corner Cafe will be …
Park Reopens
The park on the square is now reopened! The Norman park remains closed due to piece of playground equipment that needs repaired. Hurry up and get your kids to the square to play before constrictions begins. The Main Street Downtown Revitalization plan construction is scheduled to start Monday, assuming all …
Making Do
I just witnessed one of those rare sites you have to see to believe. A Mustang traveling down Main Street with a tractor tire hanging out of its window. I had to chuckle. The people of Hope sure are inventive and know how to make due with what they've got …
Downtown's Blooming Begins
The square looks great with the return of the planters full of flowers for the summer season. Memorial Day weekend had Windy Hill Greenhouse planting and placing flowers around the square. Thanks to all the businesses of Hope and Main Street of Hope for helping beautify our downtown. I got …
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Hope American Legion Post 229 Memorial Day Ceremonies
American Legion Post 229 has been providing a traditional Memorial Day service in the Hope area for at least 65 years. It has been modified somewhat over that time. Originally, Memorial Day was celebrated on May 30. In 1968, the date was established as the Monday closest to the 30th, …
Old Fashioned Fourth Cancelled
After careful consideration, it is with a heavy heart the Yellow Trail Museum announces the cancellation of this year's Old Fashioned Independence Day Celebration, previously slated to happen July 3rd. Governor Holcomb's Back On Track Plan does not allow gatherings of over 250 people until July 4th. The board members of the Yellow Trail …
Mother's Day Lore
I hope everyone had a happy Mother's Day yesterday. It can be a difficult day for some who have lost their mother, lost a child, never had a chance to be a mother or have a strained family relationship. In honor of mother's day instead of focusing on loss and …
Signs of Life
It is May 1st. The grass is being mowed at the Holland estate, which is proper. Barb Johnson told me it was in writing the grass not be mowed before May 1st because of the grape hyacinths and other flowers. The hyacinths provide such a beautiful riot of color in the …
Living History
I feel Barb Johnson, nudging me, telling me these are interesting times that need to be recorded and documented. There is no doubt we in Hope are living through history in the making...
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Alumni Banquet Cancelled
The Hope - Clifford - Hauser annual alumni banquet originally scheduled for Saturday, May 16, 2020 has been cancelled for this year.
Look for the Helpers
“When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news,” Mr. Rogers famously advised, “my mother would say to me, ‘Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.’” I've been finding a bit of comfort in this advice. In our own community...
Supply Distribution Line
Kudos to the hardworking school employees and local police for getting student lunches disturbed and iPads for e-learning. The distribution line on the east side of the square appears to be running very smoothly. Thanks for all you do for Hope!
Park Closed
Yellow caution tape is now blocking access to all of the playground equipment and shelter house. The park on the square is closed. This is unprecedented.
Flat Rock Haw Creek Conservation Club Fish Fry Cancellation
Due to the recent social distancing recommendations the Flat Rock Haw Creek Conservation Club Fish Fry scheduled for Saturday March 21st is cancelled. It will be rescheduled at a future date. Be well and stay safe, Hope.
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