LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — In a powerful convergence of faith, art, and public service, this year’s Arkansas Black Hall of Fame class includes three distinguished individuals who share more than just a spotlight— they share a community street, a passion for uplift, and lives of deep commitment.
The Honorable Marion A. Humphrey, Sr., Archie Hearne, III, M.D., and Garbo Watson Hearne will join the Class of 2025 as inductees.
Other class inductees include Linda Pondexter Chesterfield, a revered state senator & education icon; Cleon Aurelius Flowers, Sr., M.D. (posthumous), a distinguished physician & civic leader; Charlie Nelms, Ph.D., an education executive & author; and Latriece Watkins, a business executive & chief merchandising officer at Walmart U.S…