William Bert Page
William Bert Page, 93 of Texarkana, TX passed away on Tuesday May 12, 2026. He was born on November 2, 1932 in Clarendon, AR. Mr. Page was a member of St Edwards Catholic Church and a U S Navy veteran…
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Royce Herbert Hickson Sr.
Royce Herbert Hickson Sr. 85 of Texarkana, AR formerly DeQueen, AR passed on May 9, 2026 in a local hospital. He was born on August 30, 1940 in Garland, AR. Survivors include his wife, Melba Hickson of Texarkana, AR; two…
Texarkana Woman Arrested for Allegedly Impersonating Toys for Tots Ambassador
TEXARKANA, Texas–A Texarkana woman was taken into custody Monday on a charge of trademark counterfeiting for allegedly holding herself out as an ambassador for the U.S. Marine Corps Toys for Tots program. Bessie “Bess” Gamble Williams, 67, was the subject…
Christopher Vines
Christopher David Vines, age 51, of Fouke, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2026, at The Springs of Texarkana at 3:10 AM. Born November 14, 1974, in Lewisville, Arkansas, he was a devoted employee to Hugg and Hall, Texarkana, AR; where he was a Parts Sales Specialist, he had previous roles...
Three Indicted In Alleged Insurance Fraud Truck Theft Scheme
TEXARKANA, Texas–Three men have been indicted in connection with an alleged scheme to fake the theft of a truck and camper so the owner could file an insurance claim. Cameron Flores, Niklas Burkland and Kenneth Shavers are accused of conspiring…
Danny Sanders
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Danny Sanders of Texarkana, Arkansas. Arrangements are trusted to Four States Funeral Home, located at 601 Pine Street, Texarkana, TX 75501. We will share details regarding services once they have been finalized. Our thoughts and sympathies are...
Grand Jury Re-Indicts Texarkana Man After Cyclist Dies From June Crash Injuries
TEXARKANA, Texas – A Bowie County grand jury indicted a Texarkana man forintoxication manslaughter Thursday in connection with a June 2025 collisioninvolving a bicycle. Sean Michael Wilkinson, 34, faces two to 20 years in prison if convicted ofintoxication manslaughter in…
Gloria Jean Bowles
Gloria Jean Bowles, aged 69, of Texarkana, Arkansas, peacefully passed away on Monday, April 27, 2026, at Hospice of Texarkana in Texarkana, Texas.Born on August 8, 1956, to the late Charlie Bowles and Curley C. Bowles, Gloria dedicated a remarkable 44 years to her work at the Texarkana Gazette, dem...
Vernon Robert Edmonson III
Robert was born Sunday January 11th, 1970, to Vernon Robert Edmonson II and Carol Windham. He was a lifelong resident of Texarkana which saw him live both on the Texas and Arkansas sides of town. Robert was a 1988 graduate of Arkansas High. As an only child, Robert relished his time with family and...
Lavonne Elizabeth ” Bonnie ” Harris
Lavonne Elizabeth " Bonnie " Harris passed on May 7, 2026, at the age of 56, She was born on December 1, 1969 in Rutherfordton, North Carolina and resided in Texarkana, Texas. She was well known for her employment at Catfish King for a number of years and Pizza Hut in Broken Bow, Oklahoma. She was...
Prissy Hickerson Honored with Lifetime Achievement Award at Texarkana Women in Business Event
Mary “Prissy” Hickerson, a member of the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana Board of Visitors, received a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Texarkana Chamber of Commerce’s second annual Women in Business event. The event, held at The Primary Court in Nash,…
Texarkana Man Accused Of Fleeing After Impaired Driving Crash
Texarkana Man Accused Of Fleeing After Impaired Driving Crash TEXARKANA, Texas – A Texarkana man who was allegedly under the influence ofdrugs when he caused a collision with injury on U.S. 67 in Texarkana andthen left the scene, is facing…
UAHT Names Agnes Tirrito Faculty Member of the Year
The University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana (UAHT) has named Mrs. Agnes Tirrito as the recipient of the 2026 Faculty Member of the Year award, recognizing her dedication to students, excellence in teaching, and contributions to both campus and community. Tirrito, who…
UAHT Honors Jennifer Cunningham with Spirit of Excellence in Service Award
The University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana (UAHT) has named Jennifer Cunningham as the recipient of the Spirit of Excellence in Service (Outstanding Staff) Award, recognizing her outstanding dedication, leadership, and commitment to the campus community. Cunningham, who has served at UAHT…
Kenneth George
Kenneth Lee GeorgeKenneth Lee George, 83, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on May 1, 2026.Kenneth was born near Texarkana, Arkansas, on November 26, 1942, to Elmer and Eva Mae George. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother John Elmer George.He served in the US Air Force for f...