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All Roads Lead to Hope: Excitement Builds for 55th Annual HHD Beginning Friday

All roads lead to Hope this year as the community celebrates the kickoff of the 55th Annual Hope Heritage Days beginning at 5 p.m. Friday on the Hope Town Square...

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From Pastor to Comedian: Award-Winning Mickey Bell Makes Hope Debut Friday

The 55th Annual Hope Heritage Days begins Friday evening and area residents are invited out for an evening of making lasting memories steeped in joy, faith and laughter as comedian Mickey Bell makes his Hope debut taking the stage at 6 p.m. as a featured act during the WYGS Gospel Sing at the Hauser High School Gym, located at 9273 N. State Rd. 9 in Hope...

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2023 Proves Record-Breaking Season for Cruise-in

It’s official – the 2023 First Friday’s Cruise-in to Hope Season was a record-breaker...

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Visiting Exhibition Offers Glimpse of Indiana's Automotive Past

There’s still time to catch the Auto Indiana exhibit on display now at the Yellow Trail Museum, located at 644 Main Street in downtown Hope...

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SFOH Offering Free Outdoor Movie Night Featuring the Mario Bros. on Town Square Friday

The largest crowd ever for a free Student’s Fund of Hope Outdoor Movie Night is expected on the Hope Town Square Friday evening as the Student’s Fund of Hope presents “The Super Mario Bros. Movie” with activities beginning at 6 p.m...

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Tickets on Sale Now for SFOH Cash Cow Raffle 2.0

For the second time this year, the Student’s Fund of Hope is offering an amazing opportunity for area families as the Cash Cow Raffle 2.0 is currently underway...

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Got Mums? HSJ Online's Annual Mum Fundraiser Accepting Orders

The 2023 HSJ Online Annual Mum Fundraiser is officially live!...

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UTOPIA Offers Free Program Saturday 09/02

UTOPIA Wildlife Rehabilitators is offering its free, monthly program at 1 p.m. Saturday, September 2 at the UTOPIA facility located at 18300 E. County Rd. 200 N...

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Main Street of Hope Hosting "Clean Up Day" 09/09

Main Street of Hope is currently seeking volunteers to help out with "Clean Up Day" from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, September 9...

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Final Cruise-in of 2023 Happening Friday

The final cruise-in of the 2023 season will take place beginning at 5 p.m. Friday on the Hope Town Square...

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St. John's Lutheran Church to Host Annual Fall Dinner 09/10

St. John’s Lutheran Church will be hosting its Annual Fall Dinner from 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday, September 10 at the church, located at 16270 S. 300 W. in Columbus...

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Moravian Clothes Closet to Host Giveaway Saturday 08/26

The Moravian Clothes Closet is holding its monthly free clothing giveaway from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday at the Moravian Church, located at 202 Main St., in Hope...

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Bringing the Drama: Actor's Studio Celebrates a Decade of Laughter (... and Tears)

Much can happen over the course of a decade and for local theatre-goers, those changes have been measured in laughter and tears as gathering for the best in on-stage live productions has become synonymous with WILLow LeaVes of Hope...

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A Note of Thanks from HSJ Online

The 2023 Hope Run/Walk was a success and all of us here at HSJ Online would like to extend our thanks and appreciation to everyone who participated and offered their support!...

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It All Started with a Root Beer Float: SFOH 5th Anniversary Celebration Sunday

Five years ago, the Student’s Fund of Hope was launched with a vision of what could be... and a root beer float...

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UTOPIA Offers Free Program Saturday 08/12

UTOPIA Wildlife Rehabilitators is offering its free, monthly program at 1 p.m. Saturday, August 12 at the UTOPIA facility located at 18300 E. County Rd. 200 N., Hope...

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Mixing It Up: UTOPIA Wildlife Rehabilitators Moves Free Program to 08/12

UTOPIA Wildlife Rehabilitators is mixing things up and offering their free, monthly program at 1 p.m. Saturday, August 12 at the UTOPIA facility located at 18300 E. County Rd. 200 N.

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Community Support Abounds Ahead of 2023 HSJ Online Hope Run/Walk Saturday

Final preparations are underway for the 3rd Annual HSJ Online Run/Walk 5k at the Flat Rock-Hawcreek School Campus, located at 9273 N. State Road 9, in Hope, Saturday morning. And as HSJ staff, organizers and local businesses tidy up loose ends, local residents are gearing up to come out and support what they say is an integral part of life in Hope, Indiana...

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Cruise-in Looking to Break Previous Record

Organizers say they are excited for the return of the First Friday's Cruise-in this week and hopeful it will be another record-breaking event on the Hope Town Square beginning at 5 p.m. Friday...

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Free Book Rental Offers Relief to Area Families

Indiana families will no longer have the stress and added cost of textbook rental for the upcoming 2023-24 school year thanks to the passage of Indiana Bill 395, which passed this 2023 legislative session...

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Moravian Clothes Closet to Host Giveaway Saturday 07/29

The Moravian Clothes Closet is holding its monthly free clothing giveaway from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday at the Moravian Church, located at 202 Main St., in Hope...

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Words, Music & Inspiration: Blue Tassel Farm Fundraiser Returns to WILLow LeaVes of Hope Saturday

Individuals looking for an inspiring evening of words and music are invited out for the return of the Blue Tassel Farm Fundraiser from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday at WILLow LeaVes of Hope, located on the Square at 326 Jackson Street downtown...

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Black & White Alumni Game Family Night Returns to Hauser 07/21

Hey, Hope! Hauser High School will be the place to be and be seen next week as Hauser alumni and volleyball fans of all ages gather for the return of the Alumni Game and Black & White Scrimmage match beginning at 5 p.m. Friday, July 21. ...

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Rockin' Thunder Ahead: Simultaneous Events Set to Bring Hundreds to Town Square Saturday

Simultaneous events will bring a mixture of equal parts excitement and thunder with a dash of rock-n-roll to the Hope Town Square from 1 to 6 p.m. Saturday as...

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Hope Branch Library 25th Anniversary Celebration 07/12: Be a Part of History, Help Make History Happen

Every now and again an opportunity comes around to celebrate a space and time that played a fundamental role in a community’s development and just such a celebration will be held at the Hope Branch Library from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday as it commemorates its building’s 25th Anniversary...

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Cruise-in Brings Hope Spirit to Town Square Friday

Excitement, classic cars and great food for a tremendous cause will blend with some awesome rock and roll for what is anticipated to be a great turnout for July’s First Friday’s Cruise-in to Hope event as everyone gathers on the Hope Town Square beginning at 5 p.m. Friday...

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FRHC Replay Hosting Fill the Truck Donation Event 07/08

Hey, Hope! FRHC Replay is actively seeking donations for its first-ever Fill the Truck event from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday, July 8 on the Hope Town Square in downtown Hope...

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WILLow LeaVes of Hope Offering "Munching for Marleigh" Fundraiser 07/07

Area residents are invited to come out for “Munching for Marleigh” from 5 to 8 p.m. during the upcoming cruise-in on the Hope Town Square Friday, July 7...

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Old-Fashioned Fourth of July Celebration Returns to Hope Town Square Friday

A celebration of Americana at its finest will take place as area residents gather on the Hope Town Square for an evening of food, fun and fireworks when the Yellow Trail Museum hosts Hope’s annual Old-Fashioned Independence Day as a nod to the history of the northeastern part of Bartholomew County beginning at 6 p.m. Friday...

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Registration Open for Flat Rock Christian's Vacation Bible School 07/17- 21

Registration is now open for Flat Rock Christian Church’s upcoming Vacation Bible School from 6 to 8 p.m. July 17 – 21 at the church, located at 2854 W. Pope St. in Flat Rock...

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"Each One, Reach One" Fundraiser to Benefit SFOH 06/22

What began as an effort to raise funds for a great cause has turned into something absolutely tremendous, literally, overnight...

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Moravian Clothes Closet Celebrates a Year of Blessings

As Linda Foote and her team of volunteers prepare for June’s Moravian Clothes Closet giveaway this weekend, there is much to celebrate.

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Free Legal Aid Walk-in Clinic 06/27

Legal Aid announces a Free Legal Aid Walk-in Clinic on Tuesday, June 27, 2023, at the Bartholomew County Public Library in Columbus. The clinic will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. The free clinic is for low-income residents.

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Annual Apple Pie Baking Contest Registration Now Open

Calling all bakers! Do you bake the best apple pie? If so, enter your best full-size apple pie in the annual Pie Baking Contest presented as part of the festivities of the Old-Fashioned Independence Day Celebration Friday, June 30.

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Registration Now Open for 4th Annual Little Miss and Mr. Firecracker Contest

Attention, Hope! The official start of summer is around the corner and that means registration is now open for the 4th Annual Little Miss and Mr. Firecracker Contest presented by Hope's Annual Old Fashioned Fourth of July celebration.

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Organizers say First-ever Community Garage Sale a Huge Success

It is safe to say that the first-ever Community Garage Sale, presented by Main Street of Hope, was a resounding success and organizers couldn't be happier.

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Passion for Acting Theatre Co. Brings American Classic to WILLow LeaVes' Stage Friday

After years in the making, a beloved tale of four sisters makes its debut on the WILLow LeaVes of Hope stage as Little Women, presented by Passion for Acting Theatre Company and WILLow LeaVes of Hope, opens for a two-week run beginning at 6 p.m. Friday.

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Free Legal Aid Phone Clinic 06/13

Legal Aid is holding a Free Legal Aid Phone Clinic for residents of their eight-county district on Tuesday, June 13, 2023.

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First Friday's June Cruise-in Returns Friday

Organizers are hoping for beautiful weather and a great crowd as the second cruise-in of the 2023 season kicks off at 5 p.m. Friday on the Hope Town Square.

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Hope American Legion Hosting Memorial Day Remembrance Services for Area Veterans Monday

On Monday, May 29, 2003, Memorial Day, Hope American Legion Post 229 members and family will meet at the Post, 208 Washington Street, Hope.

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Congratulations! Hauser Announces Class of 2023 Top 10 Students

Congratulations to Hauser's top ten students of the Class of 2023!

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Fostering Relationships in Faith: A Conversation with John Marquis

When John Marquis was 25 years old, he made a decision that would change the trajectory of his life forever.

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Main Street of Hope's Community Garage Sale Set for 06/10

A little more than two weeks from now the community of Hope will host what organizers anticipate being the largest community garage sale in the history of the town when Main Street of Hope will host a community garage sale from 12 to 6 p.m. Saturday, June 10 on the Hope Town Square.

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Southeastern Baptist Youth Camp Hosts Homecoming Event Sunday

Southeastern Baptist Youth Camp is hosting their annual Homecoming Open House from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday at the camp, located at 3127 W. County Road 800 S. in Greensburg.

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End of an Era: 10th and Final Rumble for the Cure Set for Saturday

Motorcyclists from miles around will gather for the 10th and final Rumble for the Cure motorcycle ride to benefit the American Cancer Society beginning at 11 a.m. Saturday at Mann’s Harley-Davidson, located at 3250 W. Market Place Dr. in Edinburgh.

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Patricia Ann Adams, 84, Greensburg

Patricia Ann Adams, 84, of Greensburg passed away Monday May 15, 2023, at her residence.

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Mother's Day Art Class Debuting Friday

More than 75 people have signed up for the debut of “Mommy & Me, Grandma & Me, Person & Me” painting event at 6 p.m. Friday at the Hope Moravian Church, located at 202 Main Street in Hope, and organizers are hopeful the event builds momentum for future offerings of its kind.

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Competing for Cash Prizes and Bragging Rights: 12th Annual Smoke on the Square Returns this Weekend

The delicious scent of slow-cooked BBQ will fill the air this weekend as nearly one dozen BBQ pitmasters gather for the 12th Annual Smoke on the Square BBQ cook off competition from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday and 11 a.m. to sell out Saturday on the Hope Town Square in downtown Hope all benefiting the Community Center of Hope.

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Ticket Sale for SFOH Bingo at 450 North Announced

The Student's Fund of Hope has announced that tickets for the Student's Fund of Hope's Bingo at the Brewery will go on sale May 15.

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2023 Cruise-In Season Begins Friday

The Hope Town Square will be abuzz with activity as unique cars and trucks gather for the kickoff of the 2023 First Friday Cruise-in to Hope season from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday.