A small town.
A lot to be part of.

The stories we share. The neighbors who lend a hand. The places that bring us together. Discover what’s new in Hooper—and help write what comes next.

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Children playing on the playground while neighbors visit at Hooper’s park during the 2026 celebration — An afternoon at the park during Hooper’s 2026 celebration. Photo: Amy Kremke.

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Find a name, a place or a moment in our town’s history. Search inside our published stories and their source references.

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Swimmers filled Hooper’s new pool during the free opening on July 4, 1964. — The Hooper Sentinel, July 9, 1964, p. 1.

October 20, 2026 · 6 min read

The Pool Hooper Built Together: Fundraisers, First Swimmers and July 4, 1964

See the opening-day crowd, first pool staff and first swimmer, and follow the community campaign that brought a swimming pool to Memorial Park.

Read the story

A carnival on Hooper’s Main Street in June 1907.

Also new · Oct 20, 2026

High Above Main Street: Hooper’s Carnivals, Chautauqua and Traveling Shows

The First National Bank banking room in 1914, with its long counter, metal grilles and patterned floor.

Also new · Oct 20, 2026

Inside Hooper’s Banks: Two Institutions and the People Behind the Counters

Hooper happens because people show up.

You don’t need a title or a big commitment to make a difference. Bring a skill, share a memory, support a neighbor, or tell us what you’d love to see here.

Lend a hand

Help with a celebration, offer a useful skill, or let the organizers know when you’re available.

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Share your Hooper

Help preserve our town’s history with photographs, family stories, and the details only you might know.

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Keep it local

Get to know the shops, services, and gathering places that make Hooper feel like home.

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Bring an idea

Have an idea for a community activity, a story we should cover, or a way to bring people together? Start a conversation.

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Be part of the celebration

Explore ways to participate as a vendor or sponsor, and help make the next Hooper celebration possible.

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Support what brings us together

Contributions help support Hooper’s community celebration and the traditions neighbors enjoy together.

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Neighbors sharing a meal at Hooper’s 150th celebration in 2026 — Neighbors around the table at Hooper’s 150th celebration, 2026. Photo: Amy Kremke.

Keep the good memories going.

Hooper’s 150th celebration brought generations together. Revisit the weekend, add your photos, and help preserve it for the neighbors who come after us.

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Looking ahead to the next celebration

There’s a place for you here.

Whether you’ve lived here all your life, just moved in, or still call Hooper home from miles away, you’re part of the story.

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