Texarkana Arkansas School District lost $228,000 to email scam, state audit finds; lawmakers want answers next month
Texarkana Arkansas School District lost $228,000 to email scam, state audit finds; lawmakers want answers next month
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Mildred (Mickey) Elizabeth Loomis
The family of Mildred Elizabeth (Mickey) Loomis is saddened to announce her passing. Mickey filled her life with love for children, cats, and birds. Jonquils, irises, and roses flourished wherever she resided. She treasured history and w...
Erika Patricia Castaneda
Erika Patricia Castaneda, 45, of Fouke, Arkansas passed away on September 15, 2026. She was born August 21, 1981 to Bernabe Castaneda and Maria Gallegos in Mexico.
33rd Annual Taste of Texarkana Returns October 13 to Four States Fairgrounds
One of Texarkana’s most beloved food traditions is back. The 33rd Annual Taste of Texarkana, hosted by Harvest Regional Food Bank, will take place on Tuesday, October 13 at the Four States Fairgrounds, offering an evening of local cuisine, live…
Colorado Man Arrested After Stabbing Outside Walk-On’s in Texarkana
A 31‑year‑old Colorado man is facing a second‑degree felony charge after a fight outside Walk‑On’s Sports Bistreaux in Texarkana turned into a stabbing late Sunday night, according to Bi‑State Justice Center jail records and emergency radio traffic monitored by TXK…
Court Records Detail Decades‑Old Allegations Behind Arrest of Louie Ben George
Newly filed court records outline what led to last week’s arrest of Louie Ben George, 87, and reveal allegations that stretch back more than three decades. According to a probable cause affidavit filed Monday in Bowie County, George is accused…
Bowie County Adopts Higher Property Tax Rate; Commissioners Approve 287(g) Agreement With ICE
Bowie County commissioners approved a higher property tax rate Monday morning during their regular meeting in New Boston, setting the new rate at $0.454702 per $100 of value — a 7.25% increase over last year. It is the maximum rate…
Legacy Heart Walk 2026 Returns Sept. 19 at Bringle Lake Park
TEXARKANA, Texas – The Legacy Heart Walk is returning to Bringle Lake Park on Saturday, September 19, 2026, for a free, family-friendly morning of fitness, fellowship, and heart-health awareness in recognition of World Heart Day on September 29. The walk…
Esla Mertha Crowson
Esla Mertha Crowson 86 of Texarkana, AR passed on September 13, 2026, at a local nursing home. She was born on August 13, 1940 in Forest Hill, LA. She was preceded in death by her husband Glen Crowson. Survivors include…
Virginia Ann Crabtree
Virginia Ann Crabtree
Charles Larry Wood
Charles Larry Wood, age 80, of Hooks, Texas, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 12, 2026. He was born on January 22, 1946, in Texarkana, Arkansas, to Myrl and C.W. Wood.
Bail At $200K For Men Charged In Texas Blvd. Shooting
TEXARKANA, Texas–Two men accused in connection with an afternoon shooting last week at a gas station in the 3300 block of Texas Blvd. in Texarkana are being held in the Bowie County jail with bail set at $200,000 each. Dequaveian…
Nina Stingley Goldman
Nina Stingley Goldman of Texarkana, AR, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, September 9, 2026. She was born in Texarkana on February 16, 1941, to Alyne and Ford Stingley.
Patsy “Pat” Marie Stewart
Patsy “Pat” Marie Stewart, age 88, of Texarkana, Arkansas, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, September 10, 2026.
Bowie County Elections Office Recognizes National Voter Registration Day on Sept. 15
The Bowie County Elections Office is joining communities across the nation in recognizing National Voter Registration Day on Tuesday, September 15, 2026. National Voter Registration Day is a nonpartisan civic holiday dedicated to helping eligible citizens register to vote, update…